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Dates: during 1965-1965
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...attention of all these drivers, who pass hundreds of gas stations on their travels, the oil companies are pumping more money into advertising that stresses the individuality and merit of their product. Nearly every brand now touts an additive-TCP, Petrox, Tri-tane, Boron-and a variety of octanes to suit different cars. Sunoco, for example, offers eight different octanes for practically every make and type of car. While the additives do improve auto performance and reduce maintenance problems, Elaine Yarring-ton, American Oil's marketing development manager, admits: "They do not ultimately result in any significant difference between...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Retailing: Changes at the Pump | 7/9/1965 | See Source »

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