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As was noted, the refinery isn't the primary difference in the fuel, it's the additive packages. As far as two stations getting fuel from the same refinery, that is pure conjecture on your part. Fuel in my area gets shipped in from a number of different locations.

I'm thinking there is less difference between top tier fuel brands, than between a top tier and an "anything they can get" station. I've also noticed that the off brand stations seem to be carrying E-15 fuel, which I refuse to use.

25 XL Hybrid and an old Android phone. The only "problem" was I got an upgrade required message a while back. After the update, never skipped a beat.

I noticed a difference between a couple of stations. A discount gas station was 10 cents cheaper than the Shell across the street. I noticed fewer mpg's with the cheap gas, on a very similar trip and the mpg's went back up after fill up from Shell. IMHO, it's worth the extra 10 cents. Full...

I had not seen these prior to your post either. It looks like they might be easier to install, but without the "mushroom" head on the typical plugs, I'd be concerned that the seal might not be as effective. Where did you see those advertised? Edit: Just saw several on Jeffy B's Emporium...

You're right, and the spec is actually true, because the standard ratio is calculated by cylinder volume with the piston at BDC vs. TDC... In the case of the Mav hybrid, with variable valve timing, the actual ratio less the volume while the intake valves remain open isn't likely to be a single...

I noticed the same thing yesterday. The switch is off, and after I got out and came back in the truck, those lights were on. In my case, I opened and shut the door and they went off. There is likely some (ill)logic involved.

The primary reason for the design of the Atkinson cycle engine was efficiency, and that was the reason for it's development, long before there was an EPA. The Atkinson cycle engine is more energy efficient, but it produces less power compared with an Otto cycle powerplant, which is why it is...

That's the Atkinson in the Hybrid. The air/fuel pushed back gets used for the next cycle so it isn't wasted. Since the intake valve stays open for part of the compression stroke, the effective compression measured will be less that the typical expectation on an engine with a ~ 13.5 to 1 ratio...

Considering the mileage and age of the vehicle, there must have been a recall, or did you have an extended warranty? The factory warranty expired by both time and mileage. As far as the parts wait time period, that will vary by location. It's not the dealers fault they can't get parts that...

Dealers are like any other businesses out there. Some are really good, some average, some terrible. There is no good reason to blindly trust any business, but assuming they are all bad without any experience doesn't seem rationale either. Since warranty repairs are required to be performed...

The advantage is, they break it, they fix it. :wink:

A sunroof seal failure is typically not covered under manufacturers warranty, as seals are often considered wear items that are excluded from coverage, as has been noted. Windshield wipers don't last 3 years either. Apparently the dealer already said that. Where I live, any exposed rubber...

To echo @SafetyGuy 's post - The combination of western sun and mile plus altitude means sun damage is a going to destroy anything that isn't protected. I'm in a similar environment. Rubber and vinyl dies quickly when left unprotected. There is a huge UV exposure difference compared to a...

The problem with a study like the one noted in this thread is that there is no accounting for any of the other numerous variables that may have a more influential effect than simply the color of the car. Remember the old saying, there are "lies, damn lies, and statistics..." A classic example...

Good point Glen.. I'm thinking it might have a pic on the explosion diagram...

Your post reminded me... There was a Miller High Life commercial they used to play during Monday Night Football games back in the day. A good old boy on his porch with a cold brew in hand saw his neighbor drive in and commented: Look at that. 4 wheel drive. The only off road duty that...

Stellantis is well known for cutting corners, especially on fasteners, which seems to be why they have a tendency to fall apart. Their vehicles are good on style, but not on value. The last time I was in a truck by them, it was on a 2 week rental of a nearly new vehicle. With less than...

In hindsight to the original post back 9 months ago, the trucklett on the left seems like a better option than the oversized on the right that also doesn't require a mortgage approval to fill the tank. My 12 mile round trip run into town is a consistent 55 ish mpg's. I don't need a two to...

In case it helps I had the trailer update at the dealer, and no issues. Sounds like a trip to the dealer is in order if a reset doesn't work. BTW - Does the active recall still show up ? I'm wondering if it didn't complete normally...