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India is adding biofuels to petrol – but many drivers are unhappy

MyJoyOnline

MyJoyOnline

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July 8, 2026

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India is adding biofuels to petrol – but many drivers are unhappy

India's decision to increase the share of biofuels blended with petrol is facing ire from motorists who question its viability in a market where a majority of vehicles are not yet designed for it.

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