'Criticism is welcome, rumours are not': Puri on E20 fuel buzz, engine damage claims | TheBriefWire
'Criticism is welcome, rumours are not': Puri on E20 fuel buzz, engine damage claims
Published 4 July 2026 ยท india
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has addressed social media concerns regarding ethanol-blended fuel, dismissing claims of pest attraction and engine damage. He emphasized that ethanol
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has addressed social media concerns regarding ethanol-blended fuel, dismissing claims of pest attraction and engine damage. He emphasized that ethanol usage is a century-old concept and highlighted past government efforts. Recent tests by ARAI and OEMs indicate a minor drop in fuel efficiency with E20, while Toyota clarified a specific vehicle issue was due to fuel contamination, not ethanol.
Published: July 4, 2026 โข 8:59 PM IST ยท Updated: July 4, 2026 โข 9:33 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has addressed social media concerns regarding ethanol-blended fuel, dismissing claims of pest attraction and engine damage.
He emphasized that ethanol usage is a century-old concept and highlighted past government efforts.
Recent tests by ARAI and OEMs indicate a minor drop in fuel efficiency with E20, while Toyota clarified a specific vehicle issue was due to fuel contamination, not ethanol.