Draft rules on 100% Ethanol: Not all vehicle makers are gung-ho about it

India has proposed draft amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 to enable higher ethanol-blended fuels, including E85 and E100. While the move supports cleaner fuel adoption and reduced crude oil dependence, several automakers remain cautious, citing concerns over vehicle compatibility, costs, and infrastructure readiness. Industry players say the transition needs a more gradual approach despite government push for flex-fuel adoption.
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