E20 fuel row: Kejriwal writes to auto firms, AAP shares mock ‘BJP petrol pump’ bill | Check full text of letter here
Aam Admi Party (AAP) convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday wrote to 29 auto manufacturing companies regarding growing concerns over the use of E20 fuel in
Aam Admi Party (AAP) convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday wrote to 29 auto manufacturing companies regarding growing concerns over the use of E20 fuel in older vehicles. In a press conference he addressed in New Delhi, the former chief minister said he sent separate letters to three companies, namely Maruti, Toyota, and Hero, which had stated in a government press conference that there would be no problem in older vehicles if E20 fuel is used in them. "Today, I have written to 29 auto manufacturing companies. I sent separate letters to three companies Maruti, Toyota, and Hero- which had stated in a government press conference that E-20 fuel will not cause any problem in older vehicles. I pointed out to these three companies specify in their owner's manuals that older vehicles should not use fuel with an ethanol content higher than E-10," Kejriwal said, as per ANI. Quick answers to key questions • 5 QUESTIONS 1 What are AAP's concerns regarding E20 fuel for pre-2023 vehicles? ⌵ AAP, led by Arvind Kejriwal, is concerned that E20 fuel may cause damage to older vehicles and result in decreased mileage, despite manufacturers stating it is safe. 2 Why does Kejriwal want written assurances from automobile manufacturers about E20 fuel? ⌵ Kejriwal seeks written assurances to clarify whether manufacturers will compensate consumers for any mileage drop or damage to vehicles when using E20 fuel, contrary to what their owner manuals recommend. 3 How might E20 fuel affect the mileage of vehicles not designed for higher ethanol blends? ⌵ Vehicles designed for lower ethanol blends, like E10, may experience significant mileage reductions and potential damage to components if E20 fuel is used, which is why Kejriwal questions its safety.
4 Should consumers trust manufacturer claims about the safety of E20 fuel in older vehicles? ⌵ Consumers should be cautious, as manufacturer assurances about E20 fuel contradict their own owner manuals that recommend fuels with ethanol content up to E10 only. 5 What compensation does Kejriwal demand from automakers if E20 fuel causes issues? ⌵ Kejriwal demands that automakers must provide compensation for any loss in mileage over 10% or for repairs if E20 fuel causes damage to older vehicle components. He said that he has posed two specific questions to these companies "So, I have asked them two questions: If the use of E-20 results in a mileage drop of more than five per cent or causes damage to any component, will compensation be provided? They should inform the public whether E20 can be used in automobiles made by them before 2023. If yes, then in case of mileage issues or damage to any component, will the company compensate for the loss?," Kejriwal asked. Here is the full content of his letter sent to Maruti, Toyota, and Hero “I am writing to you as a concerned citizen of India, following the Government of India press conference held on July 4, 2026, at which your company representative was present.” “At this press conference, your company's representative stated that it is safe to use E20 in vehicles manufactured before 2023, and that owners of such vehicles can expect only a minimal reduction in mileage and no damage to the vehicle or its engine components. This assurance has been widely reported in the media.” “However, this assurance appears to directly contradict the owner's manual issued with your pre-2023 vehicles, which explicitly advises the use of petrol with ethanol content up to 10% (E10) only.” “This is not a minor discrepancy.
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