'Super' diesel fuels - any advice on them?

Is there much to choose between premium diesel fuels such as Shell V-Power, Total Excellium, BP Ultimate and Esso Supreme?

Asked on 11 November 2012 by John BAarker

Answered by Honest John
Shell V-Power has the most lubricity. I'd rate BP Ultimate 2nd. The other two also rans.
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