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E100 Fuel Receives Regulatory Approval, But Few Cars Can Use It
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What Happened?
The Indian government has approved E100 fuel for vehicles, following updates to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules. However, currently, only a limited number of vehicles can run on this fuel.
Key points
- The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways notified amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules on October 23.
- E100 fuel is now officially recognized alongside E85 for vehicle specifications and testing.
- Currently, the Maruti Suzuki WagonR Flex Fuel is the only passenger car in India compatible with E100.
- Several two-wheelers in India are compatible with E85, but E100 compatibility is still limited.
- The amendments also raise the gross vehicle weight limit from 3,000kg to 3,500kg.
Key insights
- The approval may encourage manufacturers to invest in flex-fuel technology.
- Limited availability of E100-compatible vehicles could slow down the adoption of this fuel.
- The increase in weight limits may allow for larger vehicles to be designed for E100 use.
Why it matters
This regulatory approval could pave the way for more flex-fuel vehicles in India, promoting the use of ethanol as an automotive fuel.
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Maruti Suzuki· CompanyE100· FuelE85· FuelMinistry of Road Transport and Highways· OrganizationIndia· Country
Source
India Today
