Albuquerque police report fuel pump problems using E85 in new Ford Crown Victorias and Checy Tahoes

In New Mexico, problems with fuel pumps may force the city of Albuquerque to temporarily abandon a requirement that its police fleet use E85 ethanol. City police reported fuel pump issues with new Chevy Tahoes and Crown Victorias, and city officials said they would consider allowing unleaded gasoline to be used until local dealerships repair the pumps.

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