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India Cites No Verified Evidence of Widespread Engine Failures from E20 Fuel

India Cites No Verified Evidence of Widespread Engine Failures from E20 Fuel

Amid debate over E20 petrol, the government said data covering about 230 million vehicles shows no confirmed link between ethanol‑blended fuel and widespread engine failures. Authorities indicated monitoring continues as the rollout advances.

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E20 petrol debate: Govt cites data for 23 crore vehicles, says 'no verified evidence' of widespread engine failure