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- The central government has stated that E20 ethanol-blended petrol does not damage vehicle engines, dismissing reports claiming otherwise.
- It said the blending programme was rolled out in stages, rising from an average of 1.53% in 2013-14 to 20% in 2025-26.
- Citing data, the ministry said there are no proven cases of engine failure, no spike in warranty claims, and no corrosion issues reported by manufacturers like Maruti Suzuki and Hero MotoCorp.
- It also rejected claims that E20 would make about 30 crore older vehicles unusable, saying over 20 crore two-wheelers and over 3 crore petrol cars are running safely on E15 and E20 fuel.
What to watch next
- Whether vehicle owners and consumer groups accept the government's clarification or raise further concerns
- Any future warranty claims or service data from automakers that could contradict the findings
- Whether petrol prices change following the removal of duty on ethanol-blended petrol, as mentioned in the report
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