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Pune/Delhi: The government’s plan to add ethanol to petrol has always been in the attention of the people. The recent scorching debate on social media over the ill effects of fuel mixed fuel on the engine of vehicles has created a stir. The central government has said through advice and many statements that there has been no major change in the functioning or mileage of the engine of old vehicles.

On the same lines, Bajaj Auto has revealed a simple and affordable technology to run BS3 and old engines smoothly on E20 petrol. Ethanol has hygroscopic properties; Therefore, it absorbs the moisture present in the air. Engine parts, when exposed to prolonged moisture, can cause problems in gaskets, cylinder heads and other rubber parts. Although BS6- The parties used in compliant motorcycles are ready for E20, Bajaj Auto has described BS3 and old motorcycles as a way to keep trouble free.

On the occasion of the launch of KTM 160 Duke, Bajaj Auto’s research and development experts said, “Old motorcycles can run on E20 petrol. Due to the hygroscopic properties of ethanol, there is a possibility of viscosity around the engine chamber, butterfly wall and rubber parts. To solve this problem, 40 ml -millstrual system to solve this problem to solve this problem. Can use. “

According to Bajaj Auto experts, adding fuel system cleaner can reduce the side effects of ethanol on the combustion chamber. Fuel system cleaner is easily available at fuel pumps and service stations, which costs about 80-100 rupees for 40 ml.

Government’s stand on E20

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas said that adopting the E20 fuel is part of India’s commitment to meet India’s climate goals and get pure zero emissions by 2070.

The use of E20 has better acceleration, better riding quality and most importantly that it contains about 30% less carbon emissions than E10 fuel. The high octane number of ethanol (about 108.5 compared to 84.4 of petrol makes ethanol-mixed fuel a valuable option for high octane requirements, which are extremely important for modern high-composed engines.

Describing claims of huge decrease in fuel efficiency as “wrong”, the ministry said, “The mileage of vehicles is only affected by the type of fuel and many other factors. These include driving habits, methods of maintenance such as changing oils and cleaning air filters, pressure and alignment, and even air conditioning loads.”