Regarding Pertalite, Which Warganet Complained About, Pertamina Makes Sure Quality Doesn't Change: Use Fuel According To The Guidelines

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JAKARTA - PT Pertamina (Persero) emphasized that the quality of Pertalite type fuel oil (BBM) (RON 90) has not changed. Pertalite which is marketed through the official distribution agency in Indonesia is in accordance with the Decree of the Director General of Oil and Gas Number 0486.K/10/DJM.S/2017 concerning Standards and Quality (Specification) for Fuel Oil Type 90 which is Marketed Domestically.

The task force in the specifications of the Director General of Oil and Gas which shows the level of evaporation at room temperature includes the left-handed Vapour Pressure (RVP) parameters. Currently, the results of the RVP test from Pertalite which are distributed from the Pertamina Fuel Fuel Terminal (TBBM) are still within the allowed limits, namely in the range of 45-69 kPa (Kilopascal)," said Pertamina Patra Niaga Corporate Secretary Irto Ginting in a written statement, Wednesday, September 21.

For this reason, he also asked the public to fill fuel in accordance with the provisions stated in the motor vehicle guide book because the manufacturer has adjusted the fuel that fits the type of vehicle. The change in the contents of the type of fuel with different octane (RON) levels is also not recommended.

It is better for motorists to always be consistent in choosing quality fuel, so that the vehicle engine is always durable and maintained. It is safer to use quality fuel with octan/cetanane recommended by the manufacturer, so that the engine can work optimally," continued Irto.

In addition, he also appealed to consumers to purchase fuel from official distribution agencies, such as gas stations and Pertashop, so that the quality and safety of fuel products obtained are guaranteed.

"Pertamina guarantees that all fuel products distributed through official distribution agencies such as gas stations and Pertashop are in accordance with specifications and through strict quality supervision," added Irto.

Because, according to him, fuel products that do not comply with the specifications set will not be distributed to the public.

Pertamina is committed to distributing quality fuel products according to specifications. Through quality control, products that do not meet specifications will not be distributed to channeling institutions," concluded Irto.

Previously, social media was shocked by complaints about the use of Pertalite type fuel.

Some netizens considered that the quality of fuel with RON 90 decreased and was even more wasteful after the price rose from IDR 7,650 per liter to IDR 10,000 per liter.

"How come I feel that my relationship is now really wasteful. Usually the full tank is used for a week's work, it's only been 4 days and it's red again," said a Twitter account owner @MRAbdullah_13, quoted Wednesday, September 21.

"It's true, I really feel like the contents of Pertalite, how come it's so wasteful, when someone leaks the motorbike, it turns out that there is. tw try using vivo ron 89, it turns out that the difference is very surprising. I'd rather use a vivo," said the account owner @KaNgabuLKacrut.