Every owner of an iron horse wants it to serve as long as possible. In order for this to happen, high-quality fuel is needed. And therefore, everyone needs to know which gas stations have the best quality gasoline. Now there are quite a few companies that provide services for the sale of diesel fuel, gasoline and gas. There is a lot of information on the Internet, newspapers and on television about which companies are better and why. But just knowing the ratings of gas stations or trusting someone else is not enough, it is better to learn to understand the characteristics and properties of gasoline on your own. Therefore, let's first analyze what nuances there are in the properties of gasoline, how to distinguish good from bad, and then look at the rating of gas stations in terms of gasoline quality in 2017.
Components of the quality of gasoline
Gasoline is different in its composition and the brand of gasoline also depends on it.
Its most important feature is the ability to burn, and it is better not to instantly catch fire and burn out, but gradually, because otherwise there would be an excessive load on the engine.
There are many requirements for gasoline now, because a lot depends on what the car was refueled with, but at least it must satisfy at least the main ones:
- Optimal evaporation ability. Firstly, it is necessary during storage and transportation, and secondly, it is necessary for good flammability of the fuel.
- Least ability to corrode. Gasoline should not adversely affect the car.
- Gasoline should have a minimal impact on the environment.
- The ability to pump. In extreme conditions, at different temperatures and pressures, gasoline must be pumped through many vehicle systems.
- Good ability to burn, which will release the maximum amount of energy, and the emission of harmful substances will be the smallest.
There are several tricks that will help you independently determine the quality of gasoline using improvised means:
- Determining the quality of gasoline using plain paper. Take white paper and apply a few drops of gasoline on it. If the sheet has not changed its color - everything is fine, if on the contrary - the color has changed, a greasy spot has appeared and something else, then the gasoline is of poor quality.
- To find out if there is water in the fuel, type it into a transparent container, a vessel. And then throw in quite a bit of manganese. If there is water in the fuel, then it will turn the color of the fuel into a slightly pink liquid.
- If you want to check gasoline for resin content, then it is enough to drop a little gasoline on the glass and set it on fire, and then observe. The color will tell about the resin content. White means there are either none at all, or very few, but yellow-brown colors promise a high resin content, which means harm to the engine.
- The easiest way, which does not even need additional materials, is to determine the quality with the help of your skin. Just put a little gasoline on the back of your hand and wait until it dries completely, and then, almost by analogy with the first method, take a closer look at the remaining trace. If gasoline left behind a greasy stain, then it has a high concentration of impurities.
- Alternatively, you can try to determine the quality of gasoline by smell, but this is if you have a good sense of smell. Then you can smell, for example, sulfur.
Top gas stations 2017
Since we figured out the independent definition of quality, now it’s worth understanding what criteria to determine the quality of gasoline at a gas station.
Gas stations love to cheat, so you need to be on the alert. First of all, pay attention to the price factor. A large difference in price from other gas stations a priori cannot ensure the quality of gasoline.
Which station will operate at a loss. In addition, you can study the gasoline passport, which must be on the information stand. It indicates the brand of gasoline that customers fill up with, according to what standards it is produced and by whom, how environmentally friendly it is. If there is no passport and the date on it is more than two weeks, it is not worth refueling with gasoline at such gas stations.
Which gas station should I fill up at? Below is a rating of Russian gas stations for this year.
Rosneft. According to surveys, the majority of Russians refuel at these gas stations. Rosneft has won the popularity of our citizens with a wide network of filling stations and excellent product quality, in which there are no impurities. In addition, there is a careful selection of types of gasoline and you will not meet someone who accidentally got here. The difference between any gas station of this company is the strict observance of all the rules, for which they have gained their popularity.
Lukoil. To date, gasoline is one of the best in several respects at once. First of all, in terms of compliance with Euro standards, and not the old ones, but modern ones - the fourth and fifth grades. Such fuel, in addition to saving the car's engine, also protects the environment, since these standards are aimed at reducing the harmful impact on the environment.
Phaeton Aero. This is a dealer of StatOil, a company originally from Germany. The quality of gasoline brought from abroad meets all modern requirements and standards. Gasoline of this company does not contain harmful impurities and is very environmentally friendly. In addition, the NRG brand produced by this company is in great demand for some fuel systems.
Gazpromneft. In their assortment they have gasoline, which is used to increase engine power, they are often refueled by racers. Gazprom Neft produces products that can compete with European counterparts with dignity, and in some cases even overtake them. For example, a company produces gasoline that can reduce the acceleration time of a car by a few seconds.
track. This company appeared not so long ago, but it has already managed to declare itself and inspire confidence. Especially against the background of other brands, Premium Sport 95 stands out. Gasoline is distinguished by its economy and environmental friendliness, as well as professionally selected additives.
Much depends on the quality of the fuel. Poor-quality gasoline can shorten the life of the engine, impair its launch and adversely affect the dynamics of the iron horse. Alas, the fears of drivers were not in vain - last year, on the direct instructions of the President of Russia, the Prosecutor General's Office and Rosstandart conducted many inspections of gas stations. The test results were disappointing - more than a third of all fuel was of poor quality. Therefore, it is important for Russian motorists to know exactly where to refuel.
Rating of filling stations by the quality of gasoline compiled on the basis of a study by Rosstandart and driver reviews on the websites Otzovik and Irecommend, where every day thousands of users express their opinion about goods and services.
10. Phaeton
One of the oldest fuel operators in the country, represented mainly in the northern capital and the region. Phaeton gas stations are additionally equipped with a 24-hour supermarket, a cafe and even a pharmacy, as well as a car wash, a tire inflation service and a tire fitting service. Representatives of Phaeton buy oil products from the Kirishi and Yaroslavl refineries and claim that they constantly monitor the quality of the fuel. Some motorists are dissatisfied with the fact that after refueling AI95, the car is worse to drive, or even stall altogether.
Users generally note the acceptable quality of gasoline (with the exception of individual gas stations in the Ulyanovsk region), but they speak negatively about the quality of service.
Motorists have either a very good or a very bad opinion about Tatneft's gas stations - there are practically no average ratings. Some note the cleanliness, convenience, delicious menu, clean toilets and the excellent quality of gasoline, on which the iron friend runs like he never ran before. Others testify to the exact opposite: the car is jerky, protracted acceleration, and even the replacement of the catalyst and fuel pump. Therefore, only the 8th line of the rating goes to this gas station network.
Although the activities of SibNeft were initially limited to the Tomsk region, now the filling stations of this network have spread throughout the Russian Federation. In 2013, the company developed a new Class 5 Prime fuel with improved performance. This fuel is claimed to reduce engine maintenance costs, reduce the rate of engine oil contamination, and increase spark plug life. In addition, it is more environmentally friendly.
Reviews and ratings of Trassa gas stations in terms of gasoline quality are mostly positive. They note the excellent quality of service, cleanliness, comfortable seating area and courtesy of the staff (there are tankers). And, of course, good quality gasoline.
Good gasoline for normal money, which is well accepted even by cars with capricious engines. It is noted that 92 ecto is rather overrated, but the quality of 92 is quite good. However, the courtesy and promptness of the staff leaves much to be desired.
4.Shell
According to users, the only disadvantage of the network of gas stations from the international oil giant is their number. They note the excellent quality of gasoline and its economical consumption. Car enthusiasts especially like Shell V-Power gasoline, which is equipped with additives for more efficient and dynamic engine operation.
An honest octane number, an acceptable price with good quality, the availability of additional services and polite staff - this is what puts Gazpromneft gas stations on the 3rd line in the rating of filling stations in Russia, Moscow and St. Petersburg in terms of gasoline quality. However, they note that the quality of gasoline may vary depending on the suppliers.
Motorists note a variety of fuels; in addition to the "usual" (quite good quality) there is also the so-called. Ekto Plus fuel, which contains a lot of special additives to extend the life of the engine and make it more environmentally friendly. However, there are also disadvantages - for example, it is highly likely that the quality of gasoline in small towns may be far from ideal.
1. Rosneft
Rosneft tops the gas station rating in terms of gasoline quality, providing good fuel at affordable prices. The staff is polite. There is a discount program and promotions are regularly held that reduce the price of fuel. Gas stations can also provide additional services, such as tire inflation and a vacuum cleaner for the interior, as well as pouring gasoline into a canister.
Each manufacturer of automobile "fuel" assures us that its fuel is of the highest quality and that its iron horses should be refueled at their branded gas stations. In fact, everything is different, and only an experienced driver can often figure out which gas stations have the highest quality gasoline. But even they are often helped by the rating of filling stations in Moscow and other Russian cities.
WHY YOU SHOULD FUEL YOUR CAR WITH QUALITY GASOLINE
Many drivers do not attach much importance to such a factor as the quality of gasoline they fill their cars with. But the consequences of poor fuel quality can be very different:
- there are problems with starting the engine;
- spark plugs fail;
- fuel system components are damaged.
In addition, other problems may occur. It all depends on how long the car was refueled with poor quality fuel, and what was its composition.
HOW GASOLINE QUALITY IS DETERMINED
Unfortunately, in Moscow and other cities of the country, the situation with the quality of gasoline has been deplorable for many years. Drivers are frankly deceived even at branded gas stations, not to mention little-known small gas stations.
We are used to the fact that the quality of gasoline is determined by the following indicators:
- octane number;
- the amount of additives and foreign substances;
- fraction indicators.
At first glance, everything is clear with the octane number. This is 80, 92, 95, 98 or a higher quality indicator that meets the European standard, that is, gasoline with the prefix "Euro". However, due to various additives, the octane number of gasoline increases artificially, AI 95 can easily be made from AI 92 due to special additives, and so on. But the quality of this fuel will be lower than 95 octane blends from a responsible manufacturer. It is especially important which additive the manufacturer uses.
The number of third-party substances is another problem of domestic gas stations. It can be: acids, organic substances, alkalis, garbage, water and much more. Such fuel causes significant damage to the car's power system.
The fractional composition determines the evaporation temperature of gasoline, the operation of the engine in various conditions, and its service life. This figure does not always correspond to the norm at little-known gas stations, which cannot be said about large networks of gas stations.
It is possible to determine all these indicators only in laboratory conditions, but not all drivers take this measure in order to find out exactly where to refuel their car.
WHERE THE POOR QUALITY GASOLINE COMES FROM
Despite the fact that expensive branded gas stations have a good reputation, sometimes low-quality fuel is also found in them. Therefore, a logical question arises: where does bad gasoline come from and why is there so much of it in Russia? There are several reasons for this:
- The irresponsible approach of the heads of gas stations. It is expressed in such factors as non-compliance with the rules of transportation and storage, and even in the theft of property. For example, yesterday diesel fuel was transported in a tank, and today gasoline is transported in an unwashed tank. Sometimes AI 95 is simply diluted with 92 or 80 due to a shortage.
- Dirt in gasoline. Practice shows that half of all breakdowns in the fuel systems of cars are associated with low fuel quality. Namely - with various garbage. As in the previous example, this situation is due to the negligence of the owners of gas stations.
- Non-compliance with specified standards. Under the guise of AI 95, a product with an octane rating of 92 can be sold; or the mixture being poured does not meet modern characteristics, which also adversely affects many vehicle systems.
- The composition of gasoline in which low quality additives are present to increase the octane number. It is sold at the same price as a quality one, but the fuel system suffers various breakdowns as a result.
So at what gas stations to fill up a car in Moscow and other cities of the country?
RATING OF PETROLS IN RUSSIA
So which gas stations fill up the best gasoline? Which brands of petroleum products should be trusted with your car? To understand this issue, you should look at the rating of gas stations by the quality of gasoline 2015-2016.
10th PLACE - MTK
And this is despite the fact that in the rating of gas stations in Russia, MTK is so far the only network of gas stations controlled by the Moscow government. Gasoline and diesel fuel meet the Euro 4 standard, undergo the strictest quality control in the laboratory. This fuel is environmentally friendly. Along with this, prices at MTK gas stations are the most affordable in the capital.
9 PLACE - TATNEFT
Included in the top ten among the country's gas stations. One of the advantages of the network is that they can be easily found throughout Russia. For example, it is easier to meet Tatneft on the IZS highway than the SHell point. The products supplied to gas stations are manufactured by the Moscow oil refinery. Fuel quality is carefully controlled in factory laboratories. In the manufacture of fuel, only those additives are used that really improve the quality of the mixture and ensure good engine performance for maximum longevity. As practice shows, there are practically no cases of underfilling and replacement of gasoline grades at Tatneft gas stations.
8 PLACE – PHAETON AERO
Unlike the two previous brands of gasoline, Phaeton Aero is a product supplied to the gas stations of the same name by three manufacturers at once. This:
- CJSC "Rutek"
- LLC "PO Kirishinefteorgsintez"
- Technohim LLC.
7th PLACE - SIBNEFT
The oil company Sibneft has a strong technical base, which makes it possible to extract raw materials at a greater depth than its main competitors. The company started its activities in the Tomsk region, but quickly expanded its sales area in a short period of time. Today, Sibneft gas stations are located in almost all regions of Russia. The quality of gasoline is at its best due to the use of the latest technology and the highest quality additives.
6 PLACE - ROUTE
AZS "Trassa" LLC is one of the most popular networks of filling stations in Russia. According to many drivers, the quality of gasoline and diesel fuel at the company's filling stations is quite satisfactory. In addition, AI-95 "Premium-Sport" fuel appeared at gas stations not so long ago.
5 PLACE – BRITISH PETROLEUM
Gas stations of this company can be found not only in Russia, but all over the world. British Petroleum is the largest oil production and refining company on the planet. The fuel of this company meets the highest European standards, filling stations are also equipped with everything necessary for the convenience of customers. True, prices for all types of gasoline are not the cheapest in the country.
4 PLACE - TNK
One of the largest oil refining companies in the CIS. A third of all fuel sold at gas stations meets the Euro-5 standard. Additional proprietary additives increase the power of the unit, contribute to the economical consumption of its resources, and keep its components clean. In addition, fuel at TNK stations is sold at quite affordable prices.
3rd PLACE – SHELL
SHell gas stations are among the top three gas stations in Russia in terms of gasoline quality. SHell fuel is environmentally friendly and meets all European industry standards. It should be noted that SHell fuel is manufactured in accordance with GOST and meets the Euro-5 standard.
2 PLACE - GAZPROMNEFT
This gasoline overtakes ТМ SHell as a fuel. Its gas stations sell fuel from several of the best domestic and foreign manufacturers. The product is manufactured according to specifications and complies with the Euro-4 standard.
1st PLACE - LUKOIL
It is believed that in Russia today this is the best network of gas stations in terms of gasoline quality. Products under this trademark were awarded the "Ecological Sign" and meet the Euro-5 standard. A nice bonus is the reasonable prices for Lukoil fuel.
At which gas station to fill in fuel is a personal matter for each car owner, but awareness is also of great importance. Therefore, we suggest using the rating of the best gas stations in the country to choose the highest quality gasoline.
Low-quality fuel is a serious harm to the car and a blow to the owner's wallet. Candles, the engine and the fuel system itself suffer. Only high-quality gasoline will help avoid major repairs. But at what gas station is he the best? Today, a huge number of companies that are engaged in the production and sale of gasoline. How not to get confused in such a number of gas stations growing every day and surprising customers with new marketing offers and unique products? Filling station rating by gasoline quality 2015-2016 will help to deal with these issues and provides top ten leaders in the Russian fuel market.
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MTK - Moscow Fuel Company ranked tenth among gas stations in terms of gasoline quality. It is the only network that is controlled by the metropolitan government. The fuel undergoes strict quality control, meets the Euro 4 standard and is considered environmentally friendly. MTK fuel prices among competitors turned out to be the most acceptable in the capital.
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Included in the top ten gas stations in terms of the quality of the oil product. Gasoline supplied to Tatneft filling stations undergoes strict control and is produced at the Moscow Oil Refinery. Fuel additives improve engine performance and save fuel.
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gas station Phaeton Aero also hit the top ten in terms of gasoline quality. The product is delivered to the station by several oil refineries LLC PO Kirishinefteorgsintez (KINEF), CJSC Rutek, LLC Tekhnokhim, which guarantee the quality and full control of the product. Modern additives used for the production of fuel help to improve the dynamics of acceleration and normalize the smoothness of the car. Increases engine power and fuel system life. Today Faeton Aero is one of the top five filling stations in St. Petersburg.
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The gas station was established in 1995 and gained massive popularity. The founder of gas stations was the oil company Sibneft, which since its foundation has rapidly increased its turnover in the extraction of raw materials and its processing into fuel. This was achieved thanks to powerful technical equipment, which allows mining at greater depths. Having started its activity in the Tomsk region, Sibneft quickly expanded its borders. Now the company's gas stations are located throughout Russia. Since 2013, Sibneft has been producing fuel of the Prime series, which belongs to the fifth class. Fuel with improved performance is more economical and ensures a long service life of the spark plugs.
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Gas station LLC among motorists enjoys an ambiguous reputation, like many gas stations. But in general, the reviews are positive and the quality of the oil product suits many. At the moment, the gas station has a new unique fuel of the highest quality - this is AI-95 Premium Sport. For its production, TRASSA uses multifunctional modern additives that ensure complete combustion, increase power and save fuel consumption. At the same time, the quality of the base fuel remains at the highest level. Gasoline provides a minimum emission of harmful substances into the atmosphere and removes carbon deposits from all engine parts. With regular use of this brand, there is a gradual washing out of carbon deposits that have accumulated from the surfaces of nozzles, valves, cylinders and other engine parts. Removing deposits, reducing friction between cylinders - all this prolongs the life of the engine and increases its performance.
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BP gas station ( British Petroleum listen)) is part of the world's largest oil and gas company, British Petroleum. The fuel of BP filling stations is manufactured in accordance with European quality standards. It is worth noting the quality of Ultimate gasoline with proprietary additives that not only increase engine power, but also prevent premature wear. The improved cleaning capabilities of modern additives can remove up to 70% of deposits that may appear in the intake system. In addition, new generation eco-fuel significantly reduces the amount of emissions of combustion products into the atmosphere. Many car owners choose this gas station.
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The filling station network is ranked fourth among filling stations in terms of gasoline quality. A third of the fuel sold complies with Euro-5 environmental standards. In addition to AI-95, the station positions fuel of improved quality with additional nozzles AI-95 Pulsar. The advantage of this gasoline is that it increases engine power, reduces the consumption of its own resources, and also keeps engine components cleaner when compared to lower quality fuels. Many car enthusiasts choose TNK for affordable prices, good quality fuel and a bonus system of discounts that the network of gas stations offers to its customers.
3.Shell
Shell opens the top three filling stations in terms of gasoline quality. The quality of the product meets all industry standards and is environmentally friendly. Gasoline is produced in accordance with GOST standards. Before getting to the gas station, the fuel undergoes strict quality control and meets the Euro 4 standard. The fuel increases engine power by 15% and increases its service life, thanks to the latest technology used in the manufacture of gasoline additives. Gasoline is environmentally friendly and does not pollute the fuel system.
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It is one of the top three Russian filling stations today. The filling station network offers the highest quality fuel for both domestic and foreign cars. New-generation G-Drive 98 octane fuel delivers fast, full power. The additives contained in it provide not only instant acceleration to the car, but also protect against deposits in the fuel system. The quality of the fuel is also confirmed by the fact that it is manufactured according to specifications. Fuel complies with the Euro-4 standard.
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Tops the rating of filling stations with the highest quality gasoline in Russia. The fuel meets all European quality standards and can be used to refuel all types of vehicles. The quality of the product is also evidenced by the huge number of car owners who use the services of Lukoil and multiple positive reviews. Fuel prices are a little high, but this disadvantage can be forgiven due to high-quality gasoline with powerful additives that ensure engine durability and high power during operation. The fuel is environmentally friendly, manufactured in accordance with GOST, and the company that sells it has been repeatedly awarded the "Environmental Sign" of distinction. Gasoline belongs to the Euro-5 class.
Choosing the right gas station, which has both acceptable quality fuel and not exorbitant prices, is often no easier than choosing a car, because the duration and safety of the operation of your vehicle’s components, as well as the security of your wallet, depend on these parameters. Therefore, we present a rating of gas stations in terms of quality in 2018-2019 in Moscow and the region.
What is quality gasoline?
Why refuel a car with decent gasoline and how to determine which one is better? We answer the first question: low-quality gasoline adversely affects the procedure for starting the engine, quickly disables spark plugs and damages the components of the fuel system. Remember that the longer you save money and opt for gas stations that offer low quality gasoline, the more endangered your car is.
Gazpromneft
The gas station network from the largest Russian company does not leave indifferent millions of car owners across the country. All fuel complies with the Euro 4 standard, and therefore you can not worry about the safety of the elements of your car.
In addition to gasoline and diesel fuel available at all gas stations, Gazpromneft is also expected to offer gas. Gas stations are almost always equipped with corners for relaxing or buying a bite to eat on the road, and the professionalism of the employees is not satisfactory.
Rosneft
A major player in the Russian fuel market not only provides a license for the sale of BP oil products, but also has the widest network of gas stations throughout Russia. Own production, as well as the status of the most important state corporation, guarantees consumers the quality of fuel. And at their gas station, perhaps, the most delicious coffee.
Lukoil
A widely recognized leader among domestic suppliers of refined products. The fuel complies with Euro 5 standards and constantly wins awards for the environmental performance of its gasoline, and customers usually stay with Lukoil for a long time after the first use.
A big plus against the background of many competitors is the breadth of the offer of petroleum products, which allows you to refuel any car without fear of losing its performance. The prices at the gas stations of this company are quite high, but the excellent quality of gasoline here is complemented by excellent service and additional services, and therefore you have to overpay a little.
We hope that our review on which gas stations to buy fuel at will help you choose the right network of gas stations for your soul and budget, as well as keep the key technical elements of your vehicle safe and sound. Good luck on the road and do not save on the most important.
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