Is compressed natural gas (“CNG”) also covered by the Rule?
A. No. The Rule applies only to liquid automotive fuels and does not cover CNG. The term “automotive fuel” includes, but is not limited to, the liquid fuels listed in section 306.0(i) of the Rule. Q. Is diesel fuel covered by the Rule? A. No. At this time, diesel fuel is not covered by the Rule. Q. Some of the new alternative liquid automotive fuels covered by the Rule, such as the liquefied petroleum gases propane and butane, often are not sold for automotive use. Are such sales covered by the Rule? A. No. Only automotive fuels transferred for use as fuels in motor vehicles are covered by the Rule. Q. Is the FTC requiring a minimum or a maximum automotive fuel rating level for automotive fuels? A. No. The FTC’s regulation is designed to require that adequate disclosures are made to consumers to enable them to make the best fuel selections for their cars. Of course, you also are responsible for compliance with all other applicable regulations. Q. Does the FTC’s Fuel Rating Rule require
