IOC starts producing ‘reference’ petrol, diesel for testing automobiles

Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) has begun producing specialised ‘reference’ petrol and diesel, which are used for testing automobiles, for the first time in India, sources said.

These fuels, which have higher specifications, are critical for calibrating and testing by automobile manufacturers and testing agencies like the International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT) and the Automotive Research Association of India.

For decades, India relied on imports to meet the demand for these specialised fuels.

But now, IOC has indigenously developed products that will replace imports, ensuring a reliable supply at a much lower cost for vehicle manufacturers and testing agencies, sources said.