Government amends motor vehicle rules to permit pure ethanol flex-fuel vehicles
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has amended motor vehicle rules to allow the use of E100 (pure ethanol) fuel in certified flex-fuel vehicles. This move is part of a broader strategy to utilize surplus ethanol production capacity and promote cleaner fuel alternatives.
Why it matters
This policy shift encourages the adoption of alternative fuels, potentially reducing dependence on traditional petrol and lowering carbon emissions.
Government amends motor vehicle rules to permit pure ethanol flex-fuel vehicles left E100 fuel allows vehicles to run on nearly pure ethanol. File Getty Images Getty Images https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/bkz8et/article71626850.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/iStock-162999335.jpg ozgurcankaya filling up The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has changed certain vehicle classification thresholds, fuel specifications, and technical references used in emission-related tables and testing provisions New Delhi The Road Transport Ministry on Monday (October 26, 2026) notified changes to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, allowing flex-fuel vehicles that can run on up to E100 (nearly pure ethanol). E100 fuel allows vehicles to run on nearly pure ethanol.
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