Some BS-III vehicles may need rubber parts replaced for E20 fuel, says GadkariOlder vehicles generally show no significant performance changes with E20 fuel. Some BS-III vehicles manufactured before 2016 may require m...
29 Jul, 2026, 03.30 PM IST
AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal raises concerns over E20 fuel use in older vehicles, seeks clarity from auto firmsIn a recent statement, Arvind Kejriwal highlighted the apprehensions of auto manufacturers regarding the Centre's E20 fuel initiative. He a...
29 Jul, 2026, 01.20 PM IST
Govt says no assessment of share of vehicles compatible with E20 petrolThe government has not assessed E20 petrol compatibility for all vehicles. Extensive studies and field trials confirm E20 fuel is safe for ...
27 Jul, 2026, 06.28 PM IST
Delhi transport unions plan 'E-20' protest march to Parliament on August 4Delhi-based transport associations have announced a protest march to Parliament on August 4 against the mandatory rollout of E20 petrol, de...
27 Jul, 2026, 04.21 PM IST
Bombay HC allows Nitin Gadkari to sue Meta, X over alleged E20 deepfakesThe Bombay High Court permitted Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to file a civil suit. He is suing Meta Platforms, X Corp, and others over defa...
27 Jul, 2026, 03.05 PM IST
Mercedes-Benz India rolls out E25-compliant cars amid biofuel pushMercedes-Benz India is introducing E25 compliant vehicles for the Indian market. This move anticipates future government regulations on bio...
24 Jul, 2026, 06.50 PM IST
E20 may lower mileage by 3-5% in some older vehicles, no widespread engine damage found: GovtE20 petrol may cause a slight fuel economy reduction in older vehicles. Extensive testing has not found widespread engine damage linked to ...
21 Jul, 2026, 12.33 PM IST
Consumer panel orders Maruti Suzuki to replace car in first E20 fuel dispute; company to appealA pivotal consumer commission decision requires Maruti Suzuki to exchange a customer's car, citing concerns over E20 fuel compatibility lin...
16 Jul, 2026, 09.21 PM IST
Maruti Suzuki says will contest Raipur consumer court order for car replacement over E20 fuel compliance issueMaruti Suzuki will challenge a consumer court order directing vehicle replacement. The company stated the customer's car was E20 compatible...
16 Jul, 2026, 07.50 PM IST
E20 petrol damages Maruti Grand Vitara: In a first, consumer court orders manufacturer & dealer to replace the car or pay over Rs 21.6 lakh to Chhattisgarh car ownerE20 petrol battle reaches court: A consumer court has ordered a vehicle manufacturer and dealer to reimburse repair costs after a vehicle o...
16 Jul, 2026, 04.38 PM IST
Consumer forum asks dealer to replace faulty car with E20-compliant model, orders Rs 1 lakh payoutA consumer commission ordered a Maruti Suzuki dealer to replace a defective car. The vehicle was sold 16 months old and had recurring engin...
16 Jul, 2026, 04.30 PM IST
Ethanol small share of son's business, mileage loss due to blending is minor, Nitin Gadkari saysMinister Nitin Gadkari defended the ethanol blending programme against criticism. He stated his family's business involvement is minimal an...
15 Jul, 2026, 11.27 AM IST
E20 causes no engine damage, no major mileage loss: IIT KanpurIIT Kanpur researchers report no significant fuel efficiency drop with E20 petrol. Their studies found no evidence of engine damage from th...
14 Jul, 2026, 04.18 PM IST
Mercedes-Benz responds after YouTuber Sourav Joshi claims his SUV's mileage dropped from 17 kmpl to just 5 after using E20 petrolMercedes-Benz India confirmed all its BS VI petrol vehicles are E20 compatible. This clarification followed a popular YouTuber's claims abo...
13 Jul, 2026, 04.41 PM IST
Delhi isn't flexing yet as India's ethanol dream gets an early reality checkOnly four flex-fuel passenger vehicles have been registered in Delhi since the technology entered the market last month, highlighting a slo...
12 Jul, 2026, 12.07 PM IST
E20 Petrol: Why India wants ethanol blending and what are your worries? Key questions answeredThe Ministry of Petroleum released FAQs to clarify the Ethanol Blended Petrol Programme. India's ethanol blending targets were met through ...
10 Jul, 2026, 11.38 AM IST
E10 vs E20 Petrol Explained: Is India's ethanol-blended fuel safe for your vehicle?E10 vs E20 petrol difference explained: As India embraces E20 petrol, many car owners are apprehensive about the potential impact on their ...
09 Jul, 2026, 11.53 AM IST