Which are the Best Top Tier Gas Stations?

Gasoline does come from largely the same source and at its base is the same but some fuel companies have their own proprietary blends that make them stand out. It’s like the difference between a gas station pre packed sandwich and a fresh made deli sandwich with quality ingredients. They both offer fuel but one is just better and better for you.

In this article we are going to look at the five best gas station chains with regard to their fuel quality. You may love your mom and pop gas station and want to shun the big brands but your car's engine may not agree with your choices.

Top Tier Gas

The gas station chains in this list have one thing in common and that is top tier gas. They have reached a performance standard with their fuel that allows them this premium branding. Basically the fuel at these gas stations have additives included that make them more than just gasoline.

• In order to achieve top tier status this chains must ensure:
• They use top tier fuel at all retail locations
• All gas grades sold have an approved detergent additive
• The fuel does not contain organometallic additives which can damage the car's engine

There are over 50 brands in the U.S. who have achieved this top tier standard so there is no shortage of gas stations that you can choose from. In this article we were just taking a look at the top five in our opinion.

Any gas branded station that qualifies as top tier can display signage to that effect so keep that in mind when choosing which station brand to frequent.

Why Does Top Tier Make a Difference?

Tests performed using top tier gas versus standard produced some interesting results. With the engine running non-stop for an equivalent of 4000 miles the engines were disassembled. Those running on top tier gas showed 19 times less carbon deposits.

This is due to the additives added to the top tier gas which decreases carbon deposit build up keeping your engine cleaner and running more smoothly. At this point allow me to dispel a myth. Top tier gasoline does not clean your engine, it merely stops it from getting as dirty.

If your engine already has extensive carbon deposits top tier gas can not clean these away but it will limit the accumulation of further deposits. Continued use of top tier gas will keep your engine running better for longer than standard gas that lacks these cleaning additives.

What Are the Five Best Companies?

You are likely to have seen most of the brands' gas stations and may have visited at least one from most if not all of the listed companies. They are well known and well respected brands having developed their reputation over decades.

Shell

If you have never seen a Shell gas station then you have likely never left your single stop light home town and know no other gas than what you can get at Old Joe's Gas Station down there on Third. This company has locations everywhere in the U.S. and has been in the business for over a century.

They have forgotten more about gasoline than most other companies ever thought they knew. They use nitrogen enriched gasoline which can help to shift low levels of carbon build up and also has inhibitors to stop further soiling of the engine.

Costco

This one may seem a little out of left field because there are a limited number of these stations as they are connected to Costco wholesale stores. You need to be a member of Costco to purchase gas at one of their stations.

They are newer to the gasoline sales game having started in 1995 but their fuel is top tier and a Kirkland signature product. The biggest selling point is the additional savings you get on fuel costs as a member's perk.

Mobil

After its merger with Exxon, Mobil became one of the largest fuel providers in the world and has for decades been a leading supplier of top tier gasoline. Known for their unique Mobil Synergy formula, it boasts nine additives.

These various additives each have a job which can include protecting against corrosion, inhibiting friction and cleaning the engine. When they all work together they make for a smooth running and healthy engine.

Sinclair

The Sinclair we know today started as a merger between eleven different petroleum companies in 1916. It is not the most widespread with a little over 1000 stations nationwide. Despite being a smaller competitor, its top tier gas uses Dinocare, the company's blend of additives to promote engine performance.

Chevron

One of the oldest petroleum companies still in operation Chevron was founded in 1879. Their own blend of additives is known as Techron and they claim that their fuel can help break down carbon deposits in the engine.

Conclusion

There are over 50 top tier gas companies in the United states and they all display the top tier logo. This sets them apart from standard gas stations who do not go the extra mile with cleaning additives designed to lengthen the life of your car's engine.

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