Even as the country debates the impact of E20 petrol on cars and mileage, oil marketing companies (OMCs) are reluctant to undertake a large-scale rollout of E85 fuel outlets. This comes on the back of an earlier experience with E100 failing to generate demand.

The Centre may adopt a phased approach to the E25 petrol rollout as automakers and motorists express concerns over mileage and vehicle compatibility during the E20 transition.

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri dismissed reports of E20 fuel issues as misrepresentation. He stated that automobile manufacturers and consumers have accepted the E20 ethanol…

Oil companies are reluctant to expand E85 fuel stations due to poor demand. Nearly 400 pilot E100 outlets saw almost no fuel offtake. Flex-fuel vehicle sales must increase…