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India follows Brazil example in its transition to E20

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October 15, 2026

A shift to E20 fuel promises cleaner energy and lower oil imports. But is India moving too fast for millions of vehicles? Plus: parcel delivery via Madrid's metro, and artists in Mali and Tanzania help climate protection

Around the world, governments are turning to alternative fuels to cut emissions and improve energy security. India has emerged as one of the fastest movers, rolling out E20 gasoline years ahead of schedule. The shift helps curb oil imports and absorb surplus sugarcane production - but has also triggered concerns over reduced fuel economy, vehicle compatibility and limited consumer choice. Comparing India's rapid transition with Brazil's gradual approach, REV explores the benefits, trade-offs and unanswered questions surrounding ethanol's future role in India's transport system. Plus: a political cartoonist in Tanzania builds his own EV, an artist in Mali turning buses into moving canvases, and parcel delivery via the Madrid metro.

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In a world constantly in motion, few things are evolving faster than mobility. REV explores the ideas, technologies, and people reshaping how we move - from electric vehicles and smart cities to unique transport solutions around the world. Because mobility isn’t just about getting from A to B, but how we get there.

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