What type of gas do you need?

First let's talk about octane ratings, because this is where people can save some money. Every type of gas has a different octane rating, like 87, 89, and 91. The 91 octane, (or premium gas), is the most expensive, but you should not buy it unless you absolutely have to.
So how do you know if you need to use premium gas? Look in your owner's manual. It will tell you what type of gas your car requires, and unless it says that you have to use premium gas in your car, don't use it. High octane premium gas is designed to be used with performance engines. Using it in an ordinary car that is designed to run on regular gas is not going to give that car more power, so don't waste your money.
87 octane regular gas is by far the most common type used out on the road. Most engines are not high performance engines, and they can run on a lower octane gas, which is usually much less expensive. Again, check your owner's manual to find out what octane gas you need to buy.
Ethanol fuel blends get really confusing because there are different mixtures, but it's really not that complicated. If you buy E10 fuel, you are getting 90% gasoline, and 10% ethanol. E10 is OK to use in many types of vehicles, because it is almost entirely made up of regular gasoline.
But if you are buying E85 fuel, you are getting 85% ethanol, and only 15 % gasoline. Not all vehicles out on the road can use E85 fuel, so don't ever put this in your tank unless your vehicle is designed to run on E85. These types of vehicles are usually called "flex fuel vehicles".
Making good decisions at the pump can save you some gas money, but there are also other steps you can take to reduce the amount of gas that you use. Things such as combining trips, not letting your car idle too long if possible, and driving less aggressively will all add up to some big savings.

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[SatchmoSings]

I have a 1995 Nissan Maxima and it does take 91 octane.

Unfortunately the oil companies don't always ship what is posted on the pump; they've been caught at this more than once.

Indeed, if you think your local retailer is getting some "gypsy" gas in the middle of the night, odds are they aren't; the oil companies do this themselves so they've cut out the middleman.