E85 Fuels New Driver Tiffany Poen
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E85 Fuels New Driver Tiffany Poen
Most of us can vividly remember getting our driver ’ s license and our first car — our first taste of independence and grown-up responsibility . Fuzzier , however , is our first solo trip to fill up at the pump and the likely confusing choice we made purchasing gas . Not for Tiffany Poen , a new driver who is deliberate with her fuel choice . Ethanol fuels her new adventure and , just like the truck she inherited from her grandfather , the choice was a matter of passing down a family tradition .
“ I really looked forward to getting my license and inheriting my grandpa Bob ’ s truck ,” said Poen , 17 , a high school junior from Lake City , Iowa . “ This truck is special because my grandma Betty used to ride in it before she passed away in 2013 from complications of cancer .”
Family is important to Poen , who credits her grandfather , mom , and dad for teaching her to drive on the gravel roads near her family ’ s farm . After completing a driver ’ s education course , Poen was excited to receive her official driver ’ s license , which has opened up a new world of possibilities . “ I can go where I want ,” said Poen , a high school basketball cheerleader and dancer who drives to practices at the local dance studio and joins friends at the community-owned movie theater where she volunteers .
No matter where she ’ s headed , there are three big reasons why Poen fills her flex-fuel truck with E85 ( a blend of 85 percent ethanol ):
1 . E85 is a family tradition . Poen is the fifth generation of her family to farm . Her family raises corn that ’ s converted into ethanol . “ My family only uses ethanol ,” explained Poen , who plans to study agricultural business at Iowa State University and wants to pursue an ag sales career . “ We ’ re proud that it ’ s a homegrown fuel that supports America ’ s farmers .”
2 . E85 is eco-friendly . As a member of the South Central Calhoun FFA , Poen is growing her knowledge of agriculture while expanding her leadership skills . “ Farming is focused on preserving our natural resources . I like how E85 is a clean energy source that helps protect the environment .”
3 . E85 is easy on the wallet . When you ’ re a student , you have to make your money count . Poen appreciates how E85 and other ethanol blends are budget-friendly . “ I want to make the best choices , and that includes E85 .”
Even if you don ’ t have a flex-fuel vehicle , you can still make a positive difference by choosing E15 at the pump .
FACT :
627 stations in 28 states sell E15 . Find the nearest one at GetEthanol . com
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