Maruti Suzuki's no-frills cars once ruled India. Then buyers demanded frills as market share drops to near all-time lowFor years, Suzuki reigned supreme in India's automotive landscape, but changing buyer interests are challenging this status. As consumers i...
20 Jul, 2026, 05.39 PM IST
A $5 trillion idea to save energy is hiding in plain sightEnergy efficiency offers a simple, effective solution to rising global energy demands. This approach can create trillions in economic value...
17 Jul, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
CAFE III norms signal faster EV shift in India while balancing automakers concerns: NomuraCAFE refers to government regulations that require automakers to meet a specific average level of fuel economy or CO₂ emissions across thei...
17 Jul, 2026, 04.02 PM IST
India proposes CAFE-III norms to tighten fuel efficiency standards for passenger vehiclesNew fuel economy standards for passenger vehicles are proposed by the Ministry of Power. These Corporate Average Fuel Economy-III norms wil...
16 Jul, 2026, 01.14 PM IST
Jump on this bandwagon: India’s ethanol push gathers speed as it transforms energy security and rural economyEthanol, a renewable biofuel, has become integral to India's transport fuel strategy. India achieved ten percent blending ahead of schedule...
16 Jul, 2026, 12.02 AM IST
Tata Motors flags concerns on CAFE II credit proposalTata Motors has raised concerns regarding the government's proposed direct credit sales by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency. The automaker b...
15 Jul, 2026, 08.46 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
Yamaha FZ Blue Flex Fuel Bike Launch: Price, engine, features & everything you need to knowYamaha FZ Blue Flex Fuel Launch: Yamaha has introduced its FZ Blue Flex Fuel motorcycle in India. This new bike supports ethanol blends fro...
11 Jul, 2026, 01.09 AM IST
Delhi government, World Bank launch orientation for Rs 8,300-crore clean air projectThe seven-year programme, to be implemented between September 2026 and August 2033, will be financed through a 65 per cent loan from the Wo...
10 Jul, 2026, 09.16 PM IST
Which countries use E20 or higher ethanol blends? A global guideCountries using E20 fuel: India has achieved its nationwide E20 ethanol blending target ahead of schedule. This transition significantly re...
10 Jul, 2026, 12.05 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
Backlash on ethanol-blend fuel intensifies in India, puts carmakers in the dockIndia's mandatory E20 fuel policy faces public backlash and political opposition. Car owners report reduced mileage and potential vehicle d...
08 Jul, 2026, 07.02 PM IST
Insects in your fuel tank? ISMA responds to claims of E20-led car damage & sugarcane mixing claimsE20 petrol is safe and scientifically validated, ISMA said, dismissing claims that it damages vehicles, attracts insects, voids insurance o...
08 Jul, 2026, 03.34 PM IST
E20 petrol may affect turbocharged engines, damage rubber fuel-system parts in E10 vehicles; no issues found in two-wheelers: ARAI reportIndia has completed its nationwide E20 petrol rollout, which raises concerns for older vehicles. ARAI tests showed mixed results for four-w...
07 Jul, 2026, 10.59 AM IST
Auto companies may soon get to trade BEE credits for easier fuel-efficiency complianceThe power ministry has introduced a new credit trading system aimed at Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency standards. Under this initiative, ...
07 Jul, 2026, 01.28 AM IST
E20 scientifically tested, safe for older vehicles: Industry expertsIndustry experts have reassured the public about the safety and efficacy of E20 ethanol-blended petrol. They emphasized that the fuel has u...
04 Jul, 2026, 05.56 PM IST