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Carmakers back CAFE III fuel rules CO2 limits begin April 2027
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
Final notification is next but timelines are already set
Indian automakers have approved the draft CAFE III proposals, which will tighten fuel-efficiency and CO2 limits for passenger cars from April 1, 2027. SIAM says the rules strike a workable balance, while manufacturers must steadily improve fleet emissions through 2031-32. The government is expected to issue the final notification soon, with broad industry consensus already in place.
- CAFE III CO2 limits for passenger cars start April 1, 2027
- Automakers agreed to the draft proposals through SIAM
- Fleet emissions must improve annually till 2031-32
- Final government notification expected soon
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