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E10 petrol, consumer protection and fuel pump labelling: consultation

Unleaded petrol in the UK contains up to 5% bioethanol, a grade known as E5. E10 petrol contains up to 10% bioethanol and is not yet available in the UK.

This consultation seeks feedback on:

proposals to ensure a continued supply of traditional E5 petrol for those motorists who will need it
a call for evidence on whether and how best to introduce E10 petrol
proposals to implement new fuel labelling as required by the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Directive
plans to change the consumer message that must accompany the sale of E10

20 July 2018 - Consultation opened

16 September 2018 - cpnsultation closed

27 February 2019 - outcome published

"To help consumers identify the right fuel for their vehicle, the Government has proposed to introduce new fuel labels. "

4 March 2020 - outcome published

Policy milestone details

Start date: 2018-7-20

Milestone source: Link to DfT website

Milestone type: Consultation/call for evidence

Sector: Energy transportation, transmission and distribution - Oil and gas -

Organisation: Department for Transport - Renewable Transport Fuels Obligation (RTFO) Unit

Subjects: Liquid biofuels, Unleaded petrol, Energy policy