E20 petrol can reduce vehicle mileage by up to 6%: Nitin Gadkari in Parliament
E20 petrol reduces vehicle mileage by 2% to 6%, depending on vehicle category and age, according to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari.
Extensive testing by ARAI, SIAM, and IOCL found no engine failures linked to E20, and studies show improved acceleration and ride quality.
Carbon emissions from E20 are about 30% lower than from E10 fuel.
Automobile manufacturers continue to honor warranty claims for vehicles using E20.
The Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme includes phased rollout and consultation with NITI Aayog, oil companies, and automakers.
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