Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ's

V-Power

Low Sulphur Diesel

Unleaded Fuel

Q: How different is Shell V-Power to conventional gasolines?

A: All gasolines are not the same. We put more than five times the detergent in Shell V-Power than required by government standards. Shell V-Power can clean up deposits and protect your engine from future deposits.

Octane rating is a measure if the gasoline’s resistance to knock. Check your owner’s manual for the octane recommended for your vehicle. If you experience pinging and knocking, try a higher-octane gasoline. Shell has almost 100 years of experience in developing high quality gasoline in the U.S.

Addtionally, all Shell gasolines meet the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Standard.  Major auto manufacturers agree that a clean engine performs better. BMW, GM, Honda and Toyota have developed a TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Standard that exceeds the EPA standard. TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is a high-quality gasoline with enhanced cleansing power. It provides better protection against the build-up of carbon deposits on intake valves and fuel injectors, as compared to low-detergent gasolines. All Shell gasolines meet the coveted TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Standard. There is difference in the gasoline you choose.

Q: How different is Shell's low sulphur diesel to conventional diesel?

A: Our low sulphur diesel only contains one-tenth of the sulphur content in conventional diesel. Besides, it also meets with all other significant environmental specifications set forth by the government.

Q: Can my car run on Shell's low sulphur diesel immediately?

A: Yes, you can simply switch to our low sulphur diesels. Your car doesn't have to be converted, re-tuned or adjusted in any way to benefit from our low sulphur productions.

Q: Can Shell's low sulphur diesel be mixed with other diesel?

A: Yes, our low sulphur diesel can be mixed with any other diesel. However, the best performance is achieved by using our product on its own.

Q: Will Shell's low sulphur diesel affect the performance of my car?

A: Definitely not. While Shell's low sulphur diesel is formulated for the good of the environment, Shell has also worked further to enhance the engine performance by adding an advanced multifunctional additive package which improves combustion and better protects and cleans the engine. You will enjoy a fresher driving experience, together with the all power & smoothness you will ever need.

Q: What is the difference between leaded and unleaded fuel/gasoline?

A: The main difference is that no lead is added in the refining process of unleaded fuel/gasoline.

Q: Why is lead added to the refining process of leaded fuel/gasoline?

A: Lead is added into gasoline to improve its octane quality. It is the most efficient and cost effective means of increasing fuel performance.

Q: Will the removal of lead cause unleaded fuel/gasoline to have less octane?

A: No. New processes in the refining of gasoline have now made it possible to produce higher octane unleaded fuel/gasoline, however, at higher refining costs.

Q: What are the benefits of using unleaded fuel/gasoline?

A: In addition to health and environment benefits, use of unleaded fuel/gasoline will extend spark plug and exhaust system service life, provide for better engine protection (as a result of longer engine oil service intervals) and reduce engine wear. These added benefits depend on how you maintain and drive your car and the external conditions in which your car operates.

Q: Will use of unleaded fuel/gasoline damage my car's engine?

A: Not if your car is designed to run on unleaded fuel/gasoline. Car engines designed to run on unleaded fuel/gasoline are said to be compatible with unleaded fuel/gasoline while car engines not designed to run on unleaded fuel/gasoline are said to be incompatible with unleaded.

Q: Will switching from leaded to unleaded fuel/gasoline immediately damage a car engine incompatible with (not fit to run on) unleaded?

A: No. Lead is retained in the car's engine long after it has stopped using leaded gasoline, this is called lead memory. Lead memory ranges from between 10,000 to 20,000 km. depending on prevailing driving conditions.

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