Tugboat was my family's 1987 Dodge Caravan, which faithfully served us for years until its transmission finally exploded one lovely summer afternoon. Her 3-liter V6 was electronically fuel-injected, ...

The octane of gasoline you put in your car is a key ingredient in the combustion process—and it appears that many drivers in New York City haven't been getting the quality of gas they paid for, ...

New York City inspections found widespread problems at gas stations, with 702 of 729 locations failing tests between 2023 and 2025. Many violations involved incorrect octane levels, meaning drivers ...

The octane of gasoline you put in your car is a key ingredient in the combustion process—and it appears that many drivers in New York City haven't been getting the quality of gas they paid for, ...

At its core, gasoline, whether made for regular road use or the race track, is just a mix of hydrocarbons combusted in an engine. The primary differences lie in additives, octane levels, and how the ...

Living in New York City is expensive. Driving in New York City is even more expensive, and as it turns out, folks aren't even getting what they pay for most of the time. Apparently, gas stations all ...

New York inspectors uncovered a widespread problem at gas stations that raises serious questions about fuel quality, labeling accuracy, and consumer trust.

man walks near a gas station as gas prices are shown in a fuel dispenser on April 24, 2023 in New York City. - View Press/Getty Images Living in New York City is expensive. Driving in New York City is ...