India’s first 100 Octane Petrol Launched

  • On 1st December, 2020, Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas launched India’s first 100 Octane petrol under the brand XP100.
  • XP100 is being produced at Indian Oil's Mathura refinery using indigenous Octamax technology developed by Indian Oil's R&D division.
  • Presently, three octane grades are available at most of the retail stations - 87 (regular), 89 (mid-grade) and 91-94 (premium).
  • The premium grade fuel will improve engine performance, engine longevity, and fuel-efficiency. Furthermore, it also meets BS6 emission norms.

Octane Ratings

  • Octane ratings also known as octane number are measures of fuel stability; it is the measure ....
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