ARAI, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Heavy Industries, has signed an MoU with HPCL Green R&D Centre to advance Alternate Fuels and Sustainable Mobility, with a strong focus on collaborative research and innovation.

Key areas of collaboration include:

• Joint research on lubricants, coolants, fuels, oil additives, and alternate energy solutions.

• Development of advanced engines and vehicles for future-ready technologies across multiple fuel types.

• Evaluation and support for indigenous technologies.

• Knowledge sharing and expertise exchange for mutual growth.

• Exploration of other emerging areas of common interest. This strategic partnership will accelerate innovation and further strengthen India’s transition towards a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable mobility ecosystem.