PMO advisor calls for higher ethanol blends, focus on flex-fuel vehicles

PMO advisor Tarun Kapoor has called for higher ethanol blends in petrol and a focus on flex-fuel vehicles. Kapoor said that the E20 programme has been successful, but acknowledged criticism over its impact on non-compatible vehicles. Several motor vehicle manufacturers have announced plans to introduce flex-fuel vehicles soon. The Maruti Wagon R is already available as a flex-fuel vehicle. The dimensions and engine outputs of the Maruti Wagon R are not mentioned in the article.