Government Addresses E20 Mileage Drop and Fuel Price Concerns
Hardeep Singh Puri has acknowledged a 'minor' drop in vehicle mileage due to E20 fuel. The government is also addressing public questions regarding potential reductions in petrol and diesel prices amid easing crude oil costs.
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'Minor' drop in mileage of vehicles due to E20, says Hardeep Singh Puri
Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri addressed public concerns regarding ethanol-blended fuel, dismissing social media narratives as "make-believe." He clarified that any mileage reduction in E20-fuelled vehicles is minor, with potential benefits like improved acceleration. The ministry has released a detailed note to counter misinformation and reassure vehicle owners about the safety and established practice of ethanol blending, citing historical support from figures like Henry Ford.
By ATUL MATHUR
Read full article →Will petrol, diesel prices go down soon? Govt answers big question amid easing crude oil prices
On whether there would be a reduction in fuel prices, minister Hardeep Singh Puri said this would be a "legitimate question".
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