With so many fuel additives in the market, all claiming different things, it is hard to know which to use or if you even need them at all. Here is a quick summary of the kinds of fuel additives available and which you actually need for your vehicle.

What Do Fuel Additives Do?

Beware of products that claim to improve your fuel efficiency. What fuel additives actually do is keep your engine clean. Even high-grade fuel will leave deposits in your engine that result in combustion problems. Fuel additives contain detergents that clean this sludge from your engine. When choosing a fuel additive, the key is to focus on cleaning power, what parts are cleaned, and treat rates.

Types of Fuel Additives

There are four general types of fuel additives- gas treatments, fuel injector cleaners, fuel system cleaners, and multi-system additives. Gas treatments are the cheapest and usually do the least to clean your engine. Fuel injector cleaners are the middle ground, keeping your fuel injectors clean. The highest quality cleaners are usually found in fuel system cleaners. Multi-system additives sound nice and claim to offer the most benefits, but check with a professional if they are actually necessary for you.

Treat Rate

Read the directions. If the product recommends adding at every fill-up, then it is weaker. You will need to add others at every oil change or after so many fill-ups. Do the math on these, because you may be saving money in the long-run by purchasing the more expensive additive that lasts longer. At Rotorhead Lubes, the local AMSOIL dealer in Brunswick, GA, we can help you decide which fuel additive is right for you. We are experts in additives, synthetic oils, and filtration systems for all of your automotive needs. Give us a call at (888) 418-8894 ;or shop all AMSOIL products on our website.