



“NCGA, together with the states that also contributed, funds studies such as this to add to the data on biofuel. We do this not only as proponents of corn farmers, but also as citizens concerned with finding the innovative solutions that will help our nation improve the economy, environment and national security.”


The octane benefits derived from ethanol had been inconsistent in most testing performed up to this point. However, this inconsistency was the result of the variability of the gasoline used in the blend, limiting the reliably demonstrating the biofuel’s true performance. 

The new data illustrates the level of performance which can actually achieved simply by adding ethanol to gasoline and shows the value of using intermediate blends to automakers in meeting the new fuel efficiency standards.

“Implementation of the CAFÉ standards will require auto manufacturers to decrease carbon dioxide emissions while increasing fuel economy to 54.5 miles per gallon,” Willis explained.

“Considering this data, it becomes increasingly evident that ethanol offers an important tool to help meet this challenge.  Prior to the study, we understood that ethanol was part of the solution. Now, we know that it holds even more potential for helping meet our energy goals."