E20 rollout could lift rubber-part replacement demand for pre-2016 BS-III vehicles

Government guidance says BS-III vehicles made before 2016 may need rubber parts and gaskets replaced during routine servicing when using E20 petrol. Testing found no significant performance or abnormal-wear issues, while automakers are expected to honour E20-related warranty claims.

— Filed Wed, 29 Jul, 2026, 17:13 IST · Source The Hindu BusinessLine · Updated

The government said pre-2016 BS-III vehicles using E20 petrol may need rubber parts and gaskets replaced during routine servicing. Tests found no significant performance or abnormal wear issues, while automakers continue to honour E20-related warranty claims.