The government amended vehicle rules to recognise E100 fuel for certified flex-fuel vehicles. This move supports efforts to cut crude-oil imports by allowing blends up to 100% ethanol. Success now depends on automakers producing compatible vehicles and the development of retail infrastructure. Many hope this shift helps India move towards greener energy.
The govt has amended vehicle rules to formally recognise E100 fuel, allowing certified flex-fuel vehicles designed for blends up to 100% ethanol to use it. Conventional petrol and E20-only vehicles are excluded. The change supports efforts to cut crude-oil imports, but adoption depends on automakers producing compatible vehicles and the development of ethanol supply and retail infrastructure.