British drivers slam E10 while desperately searching for E5

Express.co.uk readers have reported a range of performance issues since using the new petrol, with one saying their car was ‘heavy to drive’. Another warned their car was ‘slow to accelerate’ while many reported decreasing fuel efficiency rates.It has left many demanding to return to E5 petrol or ethanol-free fuel despite heavier costs.Express reader ‘djrh1’ said: ‘Though it costs more, I use E5 petrol, and I would use ethanol-free petrol if I could get it.”Barley’ said: ‘If drivers want E5 they should have it rather than a more expensive less efficient fuel.’The Greens have to invent a better alternative to E5.’READ MORE: Motorists risk huge fines for using a common fuel-saving technique E10 has been branded as ‘absolute rubbish’. (Image: Getty)Another reader added: ‘Instead of £43 a month I’m spending £90, it’s a 1.4 engine, my car feels like it’s heavy to drive.’I’m looking for E5 garages in my area, just don’t seem to be any.”Backfire’ added: ‘Just like most ‘green’ measures, E10 seems to be pure political posturing and, actually, counter-productive.’Another added: ‘Bought a new Toyota Rav4 Hybrid in October ’21.DON’T MISS Drivers issued with urgent E10 winter warning as cars risk damage [WARNING] Highway Code can ‘create more danger’ on the roads with rules disliked [INSIGHT] Drivers will not get fined for using phones at drive-thrus [FINE]  Some drivers claimed they wish to go back to E5. (Image: Getty) How to save fuel. (Image: EXPRESS)In a Department for Transport consultation before the launch, nearly half of the respondents were concerned ethanol could damage engines.Concerns were also raised by a quarter of road users about the risks of reduced fuel economy.It led the DfT to admit fuel economy rates could be reduced by between one and two percent under the new fuel.However, the DfT said this could vary based on individual driving style and refinements in fuel blending.