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20th August 2021
04:13pm BST

While some people might have assumed they can just start filling up their car with the newer unleaded alternative, that won't necessarily be the case for everyone. The advice is that if your car is a 2011 model or older, you need to log on to the government's E10 checker.
Now, don't panic too much: most cars will be able to run on E10 petrol but it is estimated that around 600,000 older vehicles won't be compatible with the new fuel - be sure to check out our list above to see examples. However, if you're thinking you can run the risk of trying out E10 in your old banger, think again. Seriously, do not end up like one of those pillocks.
Additionally, vehicles manufactured from 2019 onwards should have a label close to the petrol cap clearly denoting which fuels can be used. E10 will obviously be the go-to from now but should drivers have to fill the tanks up with E5, they'll have to spend more on what is now the more expensive yet less efficient premium petrol.
The Department for Transport said E5 will still be provided at "most" UK forecourts", ensuring "both a wide roll-out of E10 as the standard petrol grade and UK-wide provision of lower-ethanol E5 fuel, which will still be required for some vehicles and equipment."
So, before you get punished at the pump, make sure to check the specifications of your car now and save yourself the trouble.
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