Read this if you want to find out more about ethanol. Obviously, there are two very different schools of thought regarding the impact of higher ethanol levels on engines.



http://www.nytimes.com/2009/05/10/au...HANOL.html?hpw

 

The fact remains that using over 10% ethanol will void your MINI warranty. It's spelled out right in the manual. Not surprisingly, the only group that thinks 15% is not an issue is the ethanol industry.

 

An easy way to make your thoughts known and influence the decision on 15% ethanol has been provided by NMMA at this website:

http://capwiz.com/nmma/issues/alert/?alertid=13199386

This is the National Marine Manufactures Association, but you can easily edit the provided 'form' letter to reflect your concern for your automobile.