E10 gasoline is now officially available nationwide.

RON 95 gasoline has been officially phased out; major distributors, retailers, and wholesalers are all ready to supply E10 bioethanol gasoline.

Báo Sài Gòn Giải phóng•01/06/2026

From today, June 1st, unleaded gasoline must be blended into biofuel for use in gasoline-powered engines nationwide.

Businesses and dealers are ready.

Starting in late May 2026, gas stations rushed to clear their remaining stock of RON 95 gasoline and switched to selling E10 bio-gasoline.

Ms. Vuong Thi Kim Thinh, Store Manager of PVOIL Nghia Tan Petrol Station ( Hanoi ), said that after ceasing the sale of RON 95 gasoline, the store's gasoline and diesel sales volume remained quite stable. On average, the store sells 18-18.6 m³ per day, sometimes reaching 20-21 m³/day.

"Some customers who came to refuel still asked if we were selling RON 95. We proactively explained the situation to reassure them and encourage them to switch to biofuel," Ms. Thinh said.

Major petroleum companies such as Vietnam National Petroleum Group ( Petrolimex ) and Vietnam Oil Corporation (PVOil) have also confirmed that they have been selling E10 gasoline at their stores for the past two weeks. According to Petrolimex, to ensure the availability of E10 gasoline across its entire system of over 2,800 stores nationwide, the group had implemented solutions to create ethanol sources, perfect its storage and tank systems, and develop blending technology at 7 blending points, while also standardizing technical procedures.

In Ho Chi Minh City, Petrolimex Saigon confirmed that as of the morning of May 25th, the system was selling bio-fuel at all 138/138 stores. Of these, 82 stores are in the former Ho Chi Minh City area, while the rest are stores in the former Binh Duong and Ba Ria - Vung Tau areas.

Meanwhile, PVOIL has completed the introduction of E10 gasoline for sale at all of its more than 1,000 gas stations since May 15th. This leading enterprise proactively invested in and upgraded the blending system at its fuel depots, from tanks and technological pipelines to import and export systems. In addition to investing in 13 new depots that meet the requirements for blending E10 gasoline, PVOIL also converted its E5 gasoline blending infrastructure to E10 gasoline blending.

According to a representative from Saigon Petro, from June 1st, all stores in the Saigon Petro system will begin selling E10 gasoline. The company can also supply E10 gasoline to customers who want to import large quantities.

Not only wholesale businesses, but also retail businesses have completed the transition to selling E10 gasoline in accordance with regulations. Mr. Van Cong That, Director of KNJ Kim Ngoc Co., Ltd., said that they have completed cleaning two gasoline storage tanks to import E10 gasoline and will sell off the remaining mineral gasoline in the tanks by June 1st.

Mr. Nguyen Xuan Thang, Director of Hai Au Phat Petroleum Company Limited, informed that the company has been selling E10 gasoline since May 28th alongside conventional gasoline and will completely switch from June 1st. In addition, the company is contacting distribution businesses to order E5 gasoline to serve customers using lawn mowers, sprayers, etc., in rural areas.

Information transparency

In response to some reports suggesting that E10 gasoline may damage engines or reduce the lifespan of motorcycles, a representative from the Vietnam Motorcycle Manufacturers Association (VAMM) affirmed that all officially manufactured and distributed motorcycle models in recent years have been tested and calculated for compatibility with ethanol-blended fuel at a ratio of 5%-10%.

However, manufacturers, blenders, and distributors must comply with regulations and ensure that fuel quality meets the technical standards issued by the Ministry of Science and Technology . In addition, VAMM representatives noted that due to the cleaning properties of E10, deposits on the fuel system may separate and clog filters or injectors. If the vehicle experiences difficulty starting or reduced power, users should go to maintenance facilities for guidance on how to handle the issue.

According to VAMM, due to the different designs of each motorcycle manufacturer, recommendations for using E10 gasoline also vary, especially for older models. VAMM advises customers using carburetor motorcycles to consult with the manufacturer through customer service channels or dealerships for advice on using the appropriate fuel type.

For large-displacement motorcycles or specialized imported vehicles, users should refer to the manufacturer's fuel recommendations in the product's owner's manual.

Regarding automobiles, Mr. Dao Cong Quyet, Head of the Communications Subcommittee of the Vietnam Automobile Manufacturers Association (VAMA), affirmed that most new car models from the association's members are designed to be compatible with E10 gasoline. Customers owning older vehicles should proactively have their vehicles inspected at authorized dealerships to receive advice and replace parts such as gaskets and fuel lines if necessary before switching to biofuel.

According to Mr. Nguyen Manh Thang, administrator of the Oto+ forum with over 1 million members on Facebook, the most important thing to change habits and eliminate the hesitation of users is to have clear technical information.

Mr. Thang suggested that the Ministry of Industry and Trade should continue to require car manufacturers to review, assess, and determine the compatibility of their car and motorcycle models with E10 gasoline according to the following levels: fully compatible, conditionally compatible or with technical recommendations for using E10 gasoline, and not recommended for using E10 gasoline. This should be accompanied by explanations of the causes and proposed solutions.

Building consensus

Mr. Dao Duy Anh, Deputy Director of the Department of Innovation, Green Transformation and Industrial Promotion - Ministry of Industry and Trade, informed that survey and evaluation results show that E10 gasoline has almost no significant negative impact on the operating efficiency or lifespan of machine parts in gasoline engines.

"The leaders at the Ministry of Industry and Trade are pioneers and role models in implementing the fuel transition. We have firsthand evidence and can confirm that using bioethanol does not cause any unusual impact on costs or engines," Mr. Dao Duy Anh emphasized.

Representatives from the Ministry of Industry and Trade expressed their desire to receive cooperation from media agencies to disseminate information to consumers about the significance of the policy on using bioenergy, thereby creating broad consensus in society.

Source: https://ttbc-hcm.gov.vn/chinh-thuc-ban-xang-e10-toan-quoc-1021460.html