E20 petrol may lower fuel economy by 2–6%, Gadkari says
Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari said E20 petrol can reduce fuel economy by 2–6%, while durability testing found no vehicle failures. The government and auto industry maintain the 20% ethanol blend has not caused abnormal wear, corrosion or warranty issues.
Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari said E20 petrol may cut vehicle fuel economy by 2-6%, though durability tests found no failures. The government and manufacturers say E20 use has not caused abnormal wear, corrosion or warranty issues.
Why this matters
No related recent signals were provided. The update clarifies E20 petrol’s consumer trade-off: potentially lower fuel economy alongside government and industry assurances on vehicle durability and warranty risk.
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