India gears up for isobutanol blending in diesel after achieving E20 petrol targets, with Tata Motors set to commence heavy-duty vehicle trials next quarter.
Pilot trials to begin next quarter
Jun 25, 2026
04:45 pm
What's the storyAfter the introduction of E20 petrol blending, the Indian government is all set to expand its biofuel program to diesel.
The initiative will see the blending of isobutanol, a high-performance biofuel alcohol that can be mixed with diesel without major engine modifications.
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