(07-17-2023, 12:55 PM)Eric.B Wrote: There are two problems with adding octane ratings to gasoline. The first problem is selection paralysis. Given too many options, players will have a difficult time selecting one. The second problem is that the majority of vehicles can utilize a broad range of octanes. Gasoline alone has a 20 AKI rating spread between high and low. So I am not sure how much that would add to the game.
So if you want that fine of detail, it is probably better via the mod system and popularity share between the types.
As for TEL, this one makes a little more sense to add.
So perhaps a way to go about it would be Gasoline, Premium Gasoline, and Leaded Gasoline. That removes the need for the player to choose through several AKI ratings and still gives you a spread. The only other problem I see is this will require an additional variable in the buyer rating system for operating costs. So I will debate with myself about adding this idea to its own bounty, as it will require a bit more work.
You are right, I completely forgot that engine's required octane ratings are upward compatible! However, I would still suggest adding "low-quality gasoline" as an option somewhere mid-game as this could be a useful feature for entering market of under-developed countries. AFAIK 80 RON (76 AKI) gas was still being used in some CIS countries until mid-2010s and Egypt is still using them now.
