BP Invigorate Claims: Are They True?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the claims made by BP regarding their Invigorate fuel additive, specifically whether it is an effective product that enhances engine performance and longevity, or merely a marketing gimmick. Participants explore the science behind fuel additives, personal experiences with different fuel brands, and the general differences in gasoline quality.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants question the validity of BP's Invigorate claims, suggesting it may be more of an advertising gimmick than a scientifically backed product.
  • Others note that fuel distributors typically add detergents to their gasoline, which can help clean engine components like valves and spark plugs.
  • A participant mentions that Invigorate appears to be a detergent additive, referencing BP's website for more information.
  • One user shares personal experiences with Mobil gasoline, claiming it provided better performance compared to BP and other brands.
  • Another participant discusses how they measure gasoline performance based on engine feel and sound, particularly when accelerating.
  • A user recounts their experience with a specific vehicle, stating that Mobil gasoline improved its performance significantly.
  • One participant prefers Irving fuel, citing its adherence to BMW's fuel-injector cleanliness standards and the generic nature of gasoline from other brands in their area.
  • A user reports a noticeable improvement in fuel efficiency after switching back to BP fuel, despite previously using cheaper alternatives.
  • Another participant expresses skepticism about BP due to the company's environmental record, although they acknowledge the quality of BP's gasoline.
  • It is noted that BP Invigorate gasoline contains 10% ethanol, which is a common composition in many gasoline products today.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a range of opinions regarding the effectiveness of BP Invigorate, with some supporting its claims based on personal experience, while others remain skeptical and question the overall quality of gasoline across different brands. No consensus is reached on the validity of BP's claims or the comparative performance of different fuels.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects varying personal experiences and perceptions of fuel quality, highlighting the subjective nature of gasoline performance evaluation. There are also references to specific fuel standards and regional differences in fuel sourcing that may affect the discussion.

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I just fueled up at a BP and wondered what everyone thought of the BP Invigorate claims. Is it anything more than an advertising gimick? BP says it helps clean your engine and makes it last longer. What is the science behind BP Invigorate? If I have a BP and a Citgo station near me with the same prices, should I goto BP?
 
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Greg Bernhardt said:
I just fueled up at a BP and wondered what everyone thought of the BP Invigorate claims. Is it anything more than an advertising gimick? BP says it helps clean your engine and makes it last longer. What is the science behind BP Invigorate? If I have a BP and a Citgo station near me with the same prices, should I goto BP?

I don't know what BP Invigorate is, but distributors do add detergents to their fuel that clean valves and spark plugs.
 
It may be difficult to learn the ingredients, but Invigorate appears to be a detergent additive.

http://www.bpinvigorate.com/bpgas_protects.html

http://www.bpinvigorate.com/bpgas_cleans.html

Mobil used to advertise their 'detergent' gasoline. I've been buying Mobil for years, and that have given me the best performace - better than Shell, Exxon, Texaco, Arco, Amoco, and probably BP. I hardly ever used BP.

With the merger between Exxon and Mobil, I'm not sure whose gasoline I'm getting. Some independent stations just by from the least expensive source.
 
Astronuc said:
Mobil used to advertise their 'detergent' gasoline. I've been buying Mobil for years, and that have given me the best performace - better than Shell, Exxon, Texaco, Arco, Amoco, and probably BP. I hardly ever used BP.

How do you measure gasoline performance (personally)? Are the companies fuels all that different?

btw, here is the website for BP
http://www.bpinvigorate.com/
 
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Greg Bernhardt said:
How do you measure gasoline performance? Are the companies fuels all that different?

btw, here is the website for BP
http://www.bpinvigorate.com/
I get a feel for how the engine should feel and sound, particularly when accelerating.

When I was in college, I bought a 1971 Volve 142E, which had an in-line 4 cyl engine with electronic fuel injection (and electronic overdrive). Great car!

The engine had a first gen electronic fuel injection by Bosch and it was very sensitive to gasoline quality. I used different gasolines, and finally gave Mobil a try, and I've been with Mobil ever since. Whatever they put in their gasoline worked for the Volvo.

And it works for my Hondas.
 
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I buy Irving fuel because it was the first fuel in this area to meet BMW's fuel-injector cleanliness standards. Irving has its own refining facilities in New Brunswick. Other fuels in this area typically come from one set of tank farms in Portland, and the differences between brands basically come down the the contents of the additive packs that are dumped into the tanker trailers before the gas is pumped in. When you buy Mobil, Exxon, Chevron, etc, in Maine, you're getting generic gas with proprietary additives.
 
I buy BP fuel. I'm not going to lie, I have noticed it helping my engine. 1996 Cadillac Northstar, I used to do 23MPG. Then after a while of using other people's fuel (usually wal-mart's since it happened to be the cheapest) I dropped down to an average of 18. I started using BP's fuel since it was closer to where I lived, and after only a few days I'm back up to 21 on average. My driving style hasn't changed. Just thought I'd throw in my thoughts.
 
I wouldn't buy BP on the basis of their history and environmental record. I think their gas is high quality though.
 
BP invigorate gas is 10% ethanol. All gas now have 10% ethanol in it
 

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