E20 fuel in use over 2.5 years with no verified engine failures

The question asked about the impact of E20 fuel on consumers, automobile manufacturers, and the transport sector, and was directed to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.

Shri M K Raghavan (asked), Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (answered)

• Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme introduced through phased, consultative process
• E20 fuel transition after validation of fuel systems, engine durability, emissions
• E20 safe for use under prescribed standards, no adverse impact on vehicle performance
• More than 20 crore two-wheelers and 3 crore petrol cars operating on E15+ and E19-E20 blends without widespread engine failure
• Foreign exchange savings of ₹1.98 lakh crore, substitution of 317 lakh metric tonnes crude oil, reduction of 952 lakh metric tonnes CO₂ emissions
• Public Sector OMCs sell E20 petrol at retail outlets, no separate display of ethanol percentage needed
• E85 fuel priced ₹20/litre lower than conventional petrol for Flex Fuel Vehicles (FFVs)

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