Understanding E85 Fuel: What You Need to Know Before Using It
Can you use E85 fuel in your car? Here’s what to check first
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E85 fuel, launched by India's Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, is a high-ethanol blend designed for flex-fuel vehicles (FFVs). It offers economic and environmental benefits, being cheaper than petrol and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 61%. E85 is exclusively for FFVs, with a rollout plan for 5,000 outlets by 2027.
- 01E85 consists of 80-85% ethanol and is designed for flex-fuel vehicles (FFVs).
- 02It is priced approximately ₹20 lower per litre than conventional petrol, promoting economic benefits.
- 03FFVs running on E85 can reduce lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions by around 61%.
- 04The rollout of E85 will begin at 48 outlets, expanding to 5,000 by December 2027.
- 05Ethanol blending in India has increased from 1.53% in 2014 to 20% today, achieving targets ahead of schedule.
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On June 5, Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri launched E85 fuel, a high-ethanol blend comprising 80-85% ethanol and 14-19% petrol, specifically for flex-fuel vehicles (FFVs). The initiative follows the introduction of India's first passenger FFV. E85 is priced nearly ₹20 lower per litre than conventional petrol, promoting the use of domestically produced ethanol and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 61% compared to petrol vehicles. E85 fuel is exclusively for FFVs, and the government plans to create a nationwide flex-fuel ecosystem. The rollout will begin at 48 retail outlets, expanding to 500 by December 2026 and 5,000 by December 2027, aiming to raise ethanol blending levels to nearly 26% by 2030-31. Puri noted that since E20 became standard in India, there have been no reported engine failures related to ethanol blending, highlighting the viability of higher ethanol blends as demonstrated in Brazil.
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The introduction of E85 fuel is expected to enhance the availability of eco-friendly fuel options for consumers in India, contributing to lower fuel costs and reduced emissions.
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