In August 2026, something just happened in India's car market that basically had never happened before. According to the data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Association (FADA), CNG, hybrid, and electric vehicles combined, commonly grouped together as “alternative fuel vehicles,” outsold petrol- and ethanol-powered cars for the very first time. Illustration by The Geostrata Alternative fuel vehicles captured 41.95% of all passenger vehicle retail sales that m

E20 is currently one of the most trending topics for debate right now in India. While many have praised the government for reducing dependence on imported crude, supporting local farmers and promoting cleaner fuels, others have raised concerns over mileage and breakdown issues in vehicles. A policy supposed to roll out by 2030 was rolled out 4 years prior in 2026 and has now become a new reality across the country. Illustration by The Geostrata From April 2026, the Ministry