A Raipur consumer court has directed Maruti Suzuki and its dealer to rectify defects in a Grand Vitara Strong Hybrid and compensate the owner within 45 days in a dispute involving E20 petrol compatibility. If they fail to comply, they must either replace the vehicle with a new E20-compatible model or refund its on-road cost, making the ruling a significant consumer rights development.

Brazil’s ethanol success is built on more than cheaper fuel. From flex-fuel vehicles to nationwide infrastructure, here’s what India can learn as it expands E20, E30 and E85 fuels to reduce oil imports and boost energy security.