The increase in 20% ethanol blending in petrol in India is causing damage to the engines and systems of vintage Mercedes cars, which is a matter of concern for vintage car owners.
ethanol blending vintage mercedes car engine damage: The increasing use of ethanol in petrol in India has created serious problems for vintage cars. The biggest problem is facing the old models of Mercedes. The Government of India has achieved the target of mixing up to 20% ethanol in petrol by 2025, which has taken a big step towards energy autonomy along with environmental protection. But this initiative is proving to be very challenging for the mechanical systems of old and classic cars.
Ethanol is a biofuel that is mixed with petrol to reduce pollution and dependence on fossil fuels. However, the materials and technologies used in older engines are not compatible with high percentages of ethanol. Increasing percentages of ethanol in fuel engine systems, particularly in vintage cars, have been reported to cause corrosion, gasket and nozzle damage, and decreased engine performance.
Owners of Mercedes’ vintage models have complained that the new fuel mixture is causing their cars to crash, causing engine damage and increasing routine maintenance costs. Vintage car repair and maintenance has its own challenges, and now this new policy has become a financial burden for them.
Government officials say this is a transitional process and that ethanol compatible engines and fuel technology will be developed in the coming years, but for now, vintage car owners should exercise caution and seek expert advice in fuel selection. Additionally, many experts suggest controlling the percentage of ethanol in fuel for older vehicles.
Despite this new fuel mix, India’s energy policies are making progressive progress towards environmental protection and promoting indigenous energy production.