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
CIC directs petroleum ministry arm to share historical petrol, ethanol, profit dataThe Central Information Commission ordered the Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell to release historical petrol production and import data...
13 Jul, 2026, 05.37 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
Rs 1 lakh crore risk: Oil Ministry plays cost card to defend E20Defending its policy, the government warned of the risk of stranding massive investments made in ethanol infrastructure over the past few y...
11 Jul, 2026, 11.45 AM IST
E20 petrol may cut mileage by 3-5% in some vehicles, but benefits outweigh impact: Oil MinistryThe government acknowledges E20 fuel's minor fuel economy reduction. This impact is outweighed by benefits like better engine performance a...
10 Jul, 2026, 01.50 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
'Send the complaint to the dealer and me': Nitin Gadkari throws down E20 challengeUnion Minister Nitin Gadkari challenged critics to name any car facing issues with E20 petrol. He stated that India's fossil fuel dependenc...
08 Jul, 2026, 02.06 PM IST
Will India adopt E25 fuel soon? Hardeep Singh Puri says E20 is safe, explains the next moveUnion Minister Hardeep Singh Puri dismissed reports of E20 fuel issues as misrepresentation. He stated that automobile manufacturers and co...
08 Jul, 2026, 01.47 PM IST
'Will companies compensate if E-20 fuel damages older vehicles?': Arvind Kejriwal asks auto firmsArvind Kejriwal has written to 29 auto manufacturers regarding E-20 fuel concerns. He questioned companies about compensation for mileage d...
08 Jul, 2026, 01.03 PM IST
Mercedes India urges phased shift to higher ethanol blendsMercedes-Benz requests a gradual shift to higher ethanol fuel blends. Automakers need sufficient time to adapt their vehicles for these cha...
08 Jul, 2026, 12.43 AM IST
Near-zero E100 demand puts brakes on OMCs' E85 rolloutOil companies are reluctant to expand E85 fuel stations due to poor demand. Nearly 400 pilot E100 outlets saw almost no fuel offtake. Flex-...
08 Jul, 2026, 12.29 AM IST
E20 causes ‘minor’ drop in vehicle mileage, Puri says, as India gears up for E100 fuelThe Petroleum Minister acknowledged a minor drop in fuel efficiency with E20 petrol but highlighted improved acceleration and engine perfor...
03 Jul, 2026, 04.46 PM IST
E20 causes ‘minor’ drop in vehicle mileage, Puri says, as India gears up for E100 fuelThe Petroleum Minister acknowledged a minor drop in fuel efficiency with E20 petrol but highlighted improved acceleration and engine perfor...
03 Jul, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
E25 petrol blend's test drive begins; study report expected by end of next yearIndia is embarking on testing E25 petrol, which contains 25% ethanol, to evaluate its capabilities in vehicles. This initiative seeks to bo...
01 Jul, 2026, 12.42 AM IST