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E100 Cars Get Regulatory Green Light Ahead of Planned Launches
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What Happened?
The Indian government has approved the registration of flex-fuel vehicles that can run on up to 100% ethanol-blended petrol. This change comes as car manufacturers prepare to launch their E100 models.
Key points
- The government notified changes in Central Motor Vehicles Rules allowing E100 registration.
- E100 and E85 fuels are intended only for specially designed vehicles.
- Existing vehicles using E20 or normal fuel cannot switch to E85 or E100.
- Flex Fuel technology is already used in countries like Brazil and the US.
- Ethanol has a lower carbon footprint compared to conventional petrol.
Key insights
- The shift to E100 may reduce India's dependence on crude oil imports.
- Higher ethanol blends could lead to lower tailpipe emissions.
- The adoption of flex-fuel vehicles may encourage innovation in the automotive sector.
Why it matters
This regulatory change could promote the use of more sustainable fuel options in India.
Source
Times of India
