Auto lobbyists want less ethanol allowed in gasoline

USA Today Mar 25, 2011, 08:33 AM By James R. Healey, USA TODAY A lobbying organization representing foreign-brand car companies has asked the government to require that E10 fuel continue to be sold, even though the feds have approved E15, a blend of 15% ethanol and 85% gasoline. Automakers and power-equipment companies say the higher concentration of ethanol -- usually made from corn -- can damage engines over time and that government tests showing otherwise weren't thorough. Some environmentalists also object to diverting grains from the food chain for use as fuel. Read more