E20 gasoline secure however curbs automobile efficiency: Mahindra government

“Fuel blended with 20% ethanol is secure to make use of,” an government at SUV maker Mahindra & Mahindra mentioned on Thursday (September 11, 2025) as E20 was rolled out in a clear vitality drive, however he added that autos may see lowered mileage and acceleration.

E20 lately grew to become the one alternative of gasoline at practically 90,000 gasoline stations throughout the nation, resulting in complaints from motorists involved in regards to the influence on older autos.

“Mahindra is drafting an advisory on the E20 blended gasoline, which ought to attain prospects subsequent week, Nalinikanth Gollagunta, CEO of its automotive division,” mentioned at an business physique convention.

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Worried motorists had taken to social media over issues about complicated statements from carmakers on how E20 will have an effect on their automobile’s efficiency and gasoline effectivity. Carmakers initially mentioned E20 gasoline had not been examined for compatibility with older autos, however backtracked later saying it’s secure to make use of.

The Union Government says issues are unfounded and E20 is the one means ahead. Older autos might have to exchange some rubber components and gaskets however the authorities says that could be a “simple process.” Earlier on Thursday (September 11, 2025), Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari mentioned social media campaigns towards E20 had been “politically motivated.”