It's summer time but Winter will be here before long, Kids are gone and I do not plan on cleaning the neighborhood and local businesses like they did. I have run Stabil in the tank during the winter and for summer storage. It has always been stored inside. It runs great, there is an electric start that also works if you want to plug it in and use the starter. To me, it always started so easy that I just pull started it, but it's nice to have the option in case you don't want to pull start it. MSRP: 1,099.99 USD 205cc 4-cycle OHV Briggs and Stratton engine 26" clearing width & up to 45' throwing distance Ideally, I have used it to clear 14" of drifted snow at a time on a driveway that can park up to 20 cars. 2 reverse speeds and 5 forward speeds. One handle operates the auger and the other is for motion. It has never been plugged with snow, I thought the kids to be patient and not rush things.