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Centre proposes rules to recognise higher ethanol fuels E85 E100 and B100 in emission testing
Economy
Published on 29 April 2026
E85 and E100 could soon count in official tests
India’s road transport ministry is proposing an update to vehicle emission rules, under Rule 115 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989. Higher ethanol blends such as E85 and E100, along with B100 biodiesel, would be included in emission testing and certification. The change seeks to formally recognise these advanced fuels in the country’s compliance framework.
- Higher ethanol fuels like E85 and E100 move into official emission testing
- B100 biodiesel would also be covered under certification rules
- Proposed update comes under Rule 115 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989
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