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Any - New Shell V-Power Nitro+ 23 Apr 2013 (Forum)
At the weekend, I was amused to see that Shell is rolling out an updated version of its V-Power premium fuel, called V-Power Nitro+. Unfortunately, it contains no nitromethane, so it will not give your vehicle the performance of a top fuel dragster. However -
Shell V-Power 3 Sep 2006 (Forum)
I noticed with some surprise that the Turkish Grand Prix was sponsored by Shell V-Power. V-Power has been going for several years in Germany where it is advertised as 100 Octane. When I got to my local Shell station all the Optimax pumps were marked V-Power! Can't imagine all the petrol had -
Premium fuel benefits? 7 Oct 2015 (Ask HJ)
Given your valid recommendations for V-Power fuels, would my Civic benefit from consistent use of V-Power (or similar) unleaded, or would regular 95-Ron... -
Should I continue to use Shell V-Power Nitro +? 21 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
We've always used Shell V-Power Nitro + in our DS3 DSport plus. Next week we are changing it for an Hyundai i20 1.0t, should we continue to use the same... -
Thanks for your recommendation for Shell V-Power for my Vectra. 6 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
Years ago I read your views on using high quality fuel. Since then I have always used Shell V-Power in my now quite ancient 1998 R-plate Vectra V6 2.5.... -
Is V-power suitable for use in my Skoda Octavia? 6 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
Is there any benefit in using Shell V-Power diesel in my new Octavia 1.6 DSG or is it intended more for high performance cars? I only do about 6000 miles... -
Shell V-power verses BP Ultimate 19 Jan 2007 (Forum)
Has anyone tried Shell V-power diesel yet and if so how does it compare with BP Ultimate diesel in terms of noticable performance and economy ? -
Winter diesel and Shell V Power 14 Jan 2013 (Forum)
I believe it is this time of year that winter diesel is being sold and a resulting loss of economy. Would V Power diesel be likely to provide better economy during winter? Thanks -
Should the Honda HR-V get more power? 17 Mar 2016 (Ask HJ)
I am wondering if there is anyway of you helping by encouraging Honda to put their more powerful 160PS 1.6 Diese in the 2015 HR-V? -
Using Shell V-Power with a classic car? 10 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
Owners of classic and vintage cars are being advised that new fuels with ethanol are incompatible with some materials used pre-1960. We are informed that... -
Am I wasting my money by using Shell V-Power in my Toyota Auris? 7 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
Can you tell me if I have been wasting my money putting Shell V-Power petrol into my Toyota Auris? -
Shell V-Power 16 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
I recently saw A Fifth Gear test on super fuels like Shell V Power. The conclusion was that benefits were minimal. Some forums also claim that any improvements... -
Shell Driver's Club / V-Power Club 26 Mar 2010 (Forum)
Hello, I have had a Shell Driver's Club card for a few years, a couple of months ago they sent me a V-Power Club card, apparently this offers additional benefits on the purchase of V-Power fuel though points can also be accrued on purchases of normal Shell fuel. I now have a letter saying -
Ford Focus II (2004 - 2007) - 06 1.6 shell v power 22 Oct 2009 (Forum)
hi can anybody tell me is it alright to use shell v power in my focus 1.6 LX. cheers. -
Premium fuel - is it worth it? 6 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
For some time you have suggested that using Shell V Power unleaded is well worth the extra cost due to general improved performance and mpg. As Shell... -
Subaru Forester II (2002 - ) - V-Power or Regular 2 Jun 2008 (Forum)
I have gone back to regular Shell unleaded from using V-Power and although the car is very slightly less responsive, it is clearly achieving a higher mpg. Your thoughts welcome. -
Mazda 3 - which fuel is best? 28 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
I am buying a new Mazda 3 and the dealer recommends that I use normal 95 RON petrol rather than the higher octane petrol such as Shell V-Power, which I... -
Will using Shell V Power improve the performance of our Honda Jazz? 18 Aug 2017 (Ask HJ)
We've decided to get a Honda Jazz SE Automatic for its space and versatility. We understand that it can be considered slow compared to other similar size... -
Difference between normal diesel and Shell V-Power 25 Jan 2010 (Forum)
I was wondering what the difference is between V-Power diesel and normal diesel fuel Is it like super unleaded petrol but for diesel (i.e. potential to make the car go a bit quicker) ? Sorry to sound thick but I genuinely do not know. -
Should I use Shell V-Power in my 1.2 Puretech engine? 29 Sep 2017 (Ask HJ)
I have Vauxhall Crossland X 1.2T 130PS and intended to use Shell V-Power fuel to keep the components as clean as possible. After reading the owners manual,...