Government permits flex-fuel vehicles capable of using up to 100% ethanol
The Union government has amended the Central Motor Vehicles Rules to permit flex-fuel vehicles capable of operating on blends containing up to 100% ethanol. Such vehicles are commonly described as E100-compatible vehicles. The measure supports India’s ethanol-blending and energy-transition objectives. It may reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels and create additional demand for domestically produced ethanol. The amendment also has implications for automobile manufacturers, fuel standards and consumer choice. The development is relevant to questions on biofuels, transport policy and the Central Motor Vehicles Rules.[6]
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Which type of vehicle is enabled by the amendment to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules?
Answer: (b) Flex-fuel vehicle capable of using high ethanol blends
The correct answer is (b) Flex-fuel vehicle capable of using high ethanol blends.