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CAFE III fuel efficiency norms notified for cars

IN · 2026-09-30

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Key takeaway

CAFE-3 norms notified: stricter fuel efficiency standards for Indian passenger vehicles from April 2027.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerThe Ministry of Road Transport and Highways notifies CAFE-3 norms, mandating stricter fuel efficiency for passenger vehicles from April 2027.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onAutomakers accelerate investment in fuel-efficient and electric vehicle platforms to comply, shifting procurement toward EV and high-efficiency components.
  3. Step 3 · Reaches youSMEs supplying ICE vehicle parts face declining orders, while those aligned with EV and efficiency tech see increased demand, directly impacting their revenue mix and margin.

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Source: Economic Times Top Stories

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