Govt says E20 petrol does not damage engines, credits ethanol blending for fuel price stability
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The Centre says extensive studies and real-world data show E20 petrol does not cause abnormal engine wear or reduce vehicle life. It also credits ethanol blending with improving energy security and helping keep fuel prices lower despite global crude oil spikes.
The government on Thursday defended its ethanol blending programme, saying extensive testing and large-scale field experience had found no evidence that E20 pet...