ThisConnect Electrics, Hybrids, CNG, Petrol... What's Going On! | ThisConnect S02E14
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Aug 3, 2024 Explore the thrilling landscape of automotive fuels as Kartikeya and Shumi dissect the shift towards alternatives like CNG, biofuels, and electric vehicles. Delve into the complexities of ethanol usage and the need for flexible regulations in India. They also confront the environmental implications of various fuel options and the pitfalls of greenwashing. Discussions on nuclear diamond batteries spark excitement for sustainable energy, while innovations and diverse choices in automotive technology promise a dynamic future.
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India's Diverse Fuel Strategy
- India aims for fuel diversity to reduce dependence on petrol and diesel imports.
- Ethanol, CNG, LPG, electric, and hydrogen fuels are all being considered as alternatives.
Ethanol's Variable Impact
- Ethanol's efficiency and environmental impact differ by source crop and country.
- India's sugarcane ethanol is potentially better than corn-based ethanol in the US but still has challenges.
Support Older Vehicles with Fuel Policy
- Governments should provide options for older vehicles incompatible with E20 ethanol blends.
- Avoid forcing older vehicles off the road without clear transition plans.