India’s Alternative Fuel Car Sales Top Petrol, Dealers’ Body Says The numbers are in, and they're a game changer.
For the first time ever, sales of alternative fuel passenger vehicles have outpaced those of petrol cars in India, according to the country's auto dealers' body.
This shift is driven by more than just economic pragmatism – it's also a response to the government's decision to introduce E20 petrol, which contains 20% ethanol and has sparked widespread criticism from car owners.