What is E85? Complete Guide to Flex Fuel & Ethanol Gasoline
E85 is an ethanol-heavy fuel blend (51-83% ethanol) for flex fuel vehicles. Learn what E85 is, how it differs from regular gas, benefits, drawbacks, and if it's right for your car.
Find E85 flex fuel stations throughout South Carolina. Use the interactive map below to locate stations near you.
E85 is available in major areas. Check station locations before heading out.
South Carolina maintains 57 E85 stations across the state—respectable coverage for a non-corn state in the Southeast. State tax credits for biofuel infrastructure have encouraged retail expansion.
Despite having no ethanol production facilities, South Carolina has developed E85 distribution through targeted incentives. All ethanol arrives via pipeline or truck from Midwest producers. The Palmetto Clean Fuels Coalition promotes alternative fuels statewide.
The Biofuel Infrastructure Tax Credit offers up to 25% credit for purchase, construction, or installation of E70+ dispensing equipment. Alternative Fuel Demonstration Grants provide up to $25,000 for state agencies, local governments, and schools. State law guarantees biofuel blending freedom—terminal operators cannot deny retailers the right to blend biofuels.
Murphy USA operates 73 locations in South Carolina, often located near Walmart stores. Coverage spans Columbia (strong), Greenville/Spartanburg (moderate), and Charleston (limited).
Eastern coastal regions remain underserved. I-95 through the lower state has gaps. Rural areas between major metros lack consistent coverage.
Historical data shows E85 at approximately a 10.6% discount versus gasoline—below the ~23% break-even threshold but still meaningful during tight markets.
Murphy USA locations near Walmart stores are your most reliable E85 source. Columbia offers the strongest coverage. Neighboring states provide backup: North Carolina (118 stations), Georgia (71 stations), and Tennessee (93 stations). Verify E85 actually saves money before choosing it over regular gasoline.
E85 is an ethanol-heavy fuel blend (51-83% ethanol) for flex fuel vehicles. Learn what E85 is, how it differs from regular gas, benefits, drawbacks, and if it's right for your car.
Compare the real-world costs of E85 versus regular gasoline for your vehicle. Learn how to calculate cost per mile and determine if E85 saves you money.
Find out if you can safely mix E85 and regular gasoline in your flex fuel vehicle, what happens if you accidentally use E85, and how FFVs handle mixed fuels.
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