The automotive fuel landscape is undergoing a major transformation. Conventional petrol is increasingly being blended with ethanol - a renewable alcohol made from crops. While this transition is gaining momentum worldwide, countries such as Brazil, Paraguay, Thailand, Bolivia and Zimbabwe have already adopted fuel blends of E20 or higher in various forms, while the United States has built an extensive E85 network for flex-fuel vehicles. India has emerged as one of its fastest adopters.
In a major milestone, India has achieved its nationwide 20% ethanol blending (E20) target, years ahead of the original 2030 deadline under the National Policy on Biofuels. E20 is now the standard petrol sold across retail fuel stations.
