𝐿𝒶𝓃𝒶 "not yet begun to fight"3d ago
Seen in Seattle today. We're going to see $10/gallon before this is over. I guarantee it.
Show threadOutfrost2d ago
@Lana you use 87 octane over there? jeez
Show thread𝐿𝒶𝓃𝒶 "not yet begun to fight"2d ago
@outfrost I'm not well versed enough on the various types of fuel. Is 87 considered high? Low?
Show threadOutfrost2d ago

@Lana i'd think it's quite low. in Poland and Germany the baseline standard is 95 (and the "premium" whatever is 98), i remember being surprised to see 91 in Czechia but it's been a long time and idk if they still sell that

i *believe* higher octane number is better, since it tends to combust more efficiently in modern engines

Show threadScriptFanix💍
@outfrost
In Europe fuel pumps show 2 octane numbers: the octane "target" and measured. 95 and 98 are the "target" values. If you look at the measured values, they are consistent with what we see here, between 85 and 90.
@Lana
Apr 4 at 1:24pmWeb
Show threadOutfrost2d ago
@ScriptFanix @Lana i've never seen the "measured" value on our pumps, but good to know
Show threadScriptFanix💍2d ago
@outfrost
In France it is shown but you have to look for it, it's usually written using a small font, and not right next to the pistol
@Lana