‘Engines Failing, Mileage Dropping’: DK Shivakumar Says Excess Ethanol Mix A National Concern

Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday doubled down on his government’s claim that petrol sold in the state contained more than 30 per cent ethanol, violating the prescribed 20 per cent blend under the E20 programme. Shivakumar aka DKS said it was a major concern for the entire country, warning that it posed a serious risk to public safety.…