Don’t become an alcoholic: India’s ethanol push risks solving one problem while creating anotherIndia's push for E20 fuel presents both benefits and drawbacks for vehicular efficiency. Ethanol offers cleaner burning properties but redu...
16 Jul, 2026, 12.27 AM 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
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
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
Govt's ethanol policy backed by 4 years of research, engine damage fears are myths: Grain Ethanol Manufacturers AssociationEthanol blending in petrol does not damage vehicle engines, according to GEMA President Chandra Kumar Jain. He stated that government polic...
10 Jul, 2026, 11.04 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
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
'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
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
AAP Convener Arvind Kejriwal urges Centre to offer E20, E10 and E0 fuel options at petrol pumpsAam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday urged the Centre to provide consumers with the option of choosing betwee...
07 Jul, 2026, 01.13 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
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