Archive · 21 Aug 2025
Govt, Truck Makers Dispute Fuel Efficiency Testing Tool
The Indian government and truck makers are arguing about how to test how fuel-efficient trucks are.
The government wants to use the current method, but truck companies want to use a new tool called Bharat Vecto that's still being made.
Bharat Vecto would test trucks in a way that's more like how they're used on real roads.
The government is worried this new tool won't be ready in time and could delay important rules about how much fuel trucks can use.
The final decision will be made by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
Indian government and automakers are clashing over fuel efficiency testing for heavy-duty trucks.
The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) wants to use the existing CSFC testing method.
Truck manufacturers prefer Bharat Vecto, a new tool under development, which simulates real-world conditions.
BEE fears delays in implementing fuel efficiency norms if Bharat Vecto is used.
The final decision rests with the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH).
- Who
- Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), truck manufacturers, Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH).
- What
- Disagreement over fuel efficiency testing tools for heavy-duty trucks.
- When
- Implementation of fuel efficiency norms starting April 2027.
- Where
- India
- Why
- To determine and enforce fuel efficiency standards for heavy-duty trucks.
BEE's Position
Truck Makers' Position
Testing Tool
BEE's Position
Prioritize timely implementation of fuel efficiency norms.
Truck Makers' Position
Use the Bharat Vecto tool, which is under development, to test for fuel efficiency.
Testing Method
BEE's Position
Use existing CSFC testing methods.
Truck Makers' Position
Use a testing method that is more representative of real world driving conditions.
- Testing Method
- CSFC (current), Bharat Vecto (proposed)
- CSFC
- Tests at 40 kmph and 60 kmph
- Bharat Vecto
- Simulates real-world conditions
- BEE Goal
- Implement norms by April 2027
- Bharat Vecto Timeline
- Estimated 2027-2028
- Involved Parties
- BEE, MoRTH, ARAI, Truck Makers