E20 petrol
Coverage of E20 petrol in the Nexus archive.
- E20 petrol can reduce fuel economy by 2-6%: Nitin Gadkari
Nitin Gadkari stated that E20 petrol can reduce fuel economy by 2-6%. Critics have raised concerns about vehicle compatibility, reduced fuel efficiency, higher maintenance costs, and unclear liability for engine or fuel-system issues.
- AAP to organise 'National Town Hall Against E20' in Delhi on Aug 1
AAP is organizing a 'National Town Hall Against E20' in Delhi on August 1 to discuss pressuring the central government to withdraw E20 petrol. The event will invite experts and individuals who have faced vehicle-related issues.
- Kejriwal writes to PM, seeks meeting over E20 petrol; demands pure petrol option at fuel stations
Kejriwal wrote to the PM requesting a meeting to discuss technical issues and public feedback related to E20 petrol, demanding an option for pure petrol at fuel stations.
- E20 petrol may cut mileage by up to 5% but offers cleaner combustion, energy security benefits: Ministry
The Ministry states that E20 petrol may reduce mileage by up to 5% but offers cleaner combustion and energy security benefits. It dismissed concerns about rapid implementation, noting the ethanol blending initiative began with pilot projects in 2001 and 5% blending was introduced in parts of the country by 2006.