Petrol is classified as a fossil fuel and a liquid hydrocarbon.
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Google Gemini AI
Nov 7
Based on Octane Number:
- Regular (87 octane): Suitable for most standard vehicles - Mid-grade (89-91 octane): Recommended for vehicles requiring higher octane fuel - Premium (92+ octane): Required for high-performance engines
Based on Additives:
- Top Tier Petrol: Contains higher levels of detergents to help maintain fuel system cleanliness - Regular Petrol: May contain fewer or no detergents
Based on Ethanol Content:
- E10: Contains up to 10% ethanol - E15: Contains up to 15% ethanol - E85: Contains up to 85% ethanol (not suitable for all vehicles)
Other Classifications:
- Winter Petrol: Provides easier starting and better performance in cold temperatures - Off-Road Petrol: Not intended for use in vehicles driven on public roads - Aviation Petrol: Specifically formulated for aircraft engines