India proposes rules for E85 and E100 fuels in vehicles to cut oil imports

Published on 29 April 2026

E85 and even E100 could soon be legal nationwide

India has proposed amendments to motor vehicle rules to formally allow higher ethanol blends like E85 and E100. The proposal comes after the country met its E20 target and is designed to accelerate the shift away from petroleum imports. If adopted, the changes could reshape fuel standards and how vehicles are cleared for alternative ethanol-heavy supply.

India seeks legal approval for higher ethanol blends like E85 and E100
The move follows success in meeting the E20 ethanol target
Goal is to reduce dependence on costly petroleum imports
Proposed rule changes could alter vehicle fuel compliance standards

#ethanol #petroleum imports #fuel policy #e20 #motor vehicle rules

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India proposes rules for E85 and E100 fuels in vehicles to cut oil imports

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