ICICI Lombard warns that insurance claims for fuel-related damage in older vehicles using E20 petrol may face scrutiny and potential rejection.
The warning particularly applies to owners of older vehicles using E20 petrol
Jun 15, 2026
07:55 pm
What's the storyICICI Lombard General Insurance has warned that insurance claims for fuel-related damages could be rejected in certain cases.
The warning particularly applies to owners of older vehicles using E20 petrol, a higher ethanol blend.
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