EPA approves higher-ethanol gas blend for more cars
23rd January 2011
“Recently completed testing and data analysis show that E15 does not harm emissions control equipment in newer cars and light trucks,” EPA Administrator Lisa Jackson said in the announcement. “Wherever sound science and the law support steps to allow more home-grown fuels in America’s vehicles, this administration takes those steps.”
Especially when the ethanol lobbyists have showered this administration with cash.
Ethanol, while popular in corn-growing regions, faces much criticism from environmentalists, cattle ranchers, food companies and a broad coalition of other groups. Opponents argue that its increased use makes animal feed more expensive, raising prices at the grocery store and disrupting land.
Why should the Environmental Protection Agency care about what environmentalists think? Much less cattle ranchers, food companies, and, oh, people who drive.
January 24th, 2011 at 11:55
“…does not harm emissions control equipment in newer cars..”
The government owns a (failing) car manufacturer.
Ethanol does play havoc with “older” (pre-2010) cars.
When your car stops working, you need a new one.
Chicago politics at it’s best.