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Considering the supply chain of ethanol:

Farmers -> Sugar mills / Grain processors / Distilleries -> Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies -> Consumers [Petrol ICE vehicle owners]

Why didn't India build PSU ethanol distilleries so that the crude oil import savings remain within the PSU, in other words, within government control?

Why are we not questioning the Indian government on this? Rather, all the profiteering and benefits of the subsidies are being availed by distilleries/sugar mill/food processors owned by private companies.

A major portion of the crude oil import savings is being directed to these private sector companies, owned by politicians from all parties, including the BJP, Congress, etc.

Key QUESTIONS:

Should India have chosen a PSU-led ethanol model?

Who really benefits from India's ethanol subsidies?

India's ethanol policy: Why incentivize private distilleries instead of PSUs?

Hi everyone,

I'm planning to buy a 'black car' and I'm trying to understand the practical day-to-day benefits of getting a full-body PPF, rather than just the marketing claims.

I'm not asking whether PPF is "worth the money." Instead, I'd like to know how it changes your ownership experience in real life.

Some questions I have:

Has PPF reduced the stress of owning a black car?

Does it actually make maintenance easier? Is washing and drying the car any easier than before?

How do you deal with daily dust? Do you still use a Jopasu duster, blower, quick detailer, or just leave the dust until wash day?

I've read that gloss PPF can feel slightly tacky and attract or hold dust differently. Has that been your experience?

Does PPF reduce swirl marks from regular washing, or do you still have to be just as careful?

I live in a city, which is hot, dusty and windy for much of the year, though I have a covered parking. For those with PPF on black cars, has it made living with these conditions noticeably easier, especially for day-to-day maintenance and dust management?

Looking back, would you get full-body PPF again on a black car, or would you skip it?

Hi everyone,

I'm planning to buy a 'black car' and I'm trying to understand the practical day-to-day benefits of getting a full-body PPF, rather than just the marketing claims.

I'm not asking whether PPF is "worth the money." Instead, I'd like to know how it changes your ownership experience in real life.

Some questions I have:

Has PPF reduced the stress of owning a black car?

Does it actually make maintenance easier? Is washing and drying the car any easier than before?

How do you deal with daily dust? Do you still use a Jopasu duster, blower, quick detailer, or just leave the dust until wash day?

I've read that gloss PPF can feel slightly tacky and attract or hold dust differently. Has that been your experience?

Does PPF reduce swirl marks from regular washing, or do you still have to be just as careful?

I live in a city, which is hot, dusty and windy for much of the year, though I have a covered parking. For those with PPF on black cars, has it made living with these conditions noticeably easier, especially for day-to-day maintenance and dust management?

Looking back, would you get full-body PPF again on a black car, or would you skip it?

Petrol vs. EV Dilemma: Are we reaching the point where buying petrol is a bad financial move?

I'm replacing my current car in mid-2027 due to Delhi's 15-year deregistration rule and am looking for a ₹19–20 lakh (ex-showroom) mid-SUV for the next 15 years, mainly for city and highway use. My shortlisted turbo-petrol options are the Renault Duster, Skoda Kushaq, and Kia Seltos—please don't focus on which model is better.

My question isn't "EV vs petrol"; it's whether buying a petrol car today itself could be a financial mistake considering the long ownership period and the uncertainty around future fuel policies and running costs.

Need some opinions from Kushaq owners.

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I am planning to buy Kushaq 1.5 in next few months. I have seen few color variants in the showroom and have narrowed my 2026 Kushaq facelift shortlist down to two completely different personalities:

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Lava Blue Prestige 1.5 DSG

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- Love the chrome grille and silver accents.

- Looks very premium, sophisticated and European.

- The beige/greige cabin feels airy and upscale.

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Deep Black Monte Carlo 1.5 DSG

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- Completely monochromatic theme.

- Black exterior, black grille, dark interior.

- Feels like one solid piece from both exterior and interior perspectives.

- More aggressive and sporty.

- Dark interiors seem easier to maintain long-term.

- often parked in basements of my home/office.

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My plan is to get PPF and ceramic coating regardless of the color, so paint protection and swirl marks are less of a concern.

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I'm not looking at resale value, mileage, or practicality here. This is purely an emotional and aesthetic decision for a car I plan to keep for a long time.

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For those who have seen both in person:

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Lava Blue Prestige:-

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How hard is the Prestige beige interior to maintain long-term (5–10+ years)?

Does the beige interior age well or start looking worn/dirty over time?

What are the biggest maintenance challenges with the Prestige interior?

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Deep Black Monte carlo :-

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How difficult is it to maintain a Deep Black Monte Carlo in daily use?

Does black constantly show water spots, and swirl marks apart from dust?

For black owners, is PPF + ceramic worth it?

Which is the bigger trade-off: maintaining a beige interior or a black exterior?

If you were buying for 10–15 years, would you choose Lava Blue Prestige or Deep Black Monte Carlo, and why?

Any owners who regretted choosing beige interiors or black exterior paint?

Which combination has been easier to live with in the real world?

Would love to hear from owners who've lived with either color.

Location - Delhi NCR

People who own (or have owned) a Kushaq 1.5 DSG/Taigun 1.5 DSG: Would you switch to the new Duster 1.3 Turbo DCT if both cars cost roughly the same?

I'm not looking for spec-sheet comparisons, feature lists, ADAS discussions, 360-camera discussions, value-for-money arguments, or YouTube opinions. I'm specifically interested in feedback from people who have actually lived with the Kushaq/Taigun 1.5 DSG for a significant period.

My question is purely about the driving experience and long-term ownership satisfaction from a driver's perspective.

Also, for the purpose of this discussion, let's ignore the obvious SUV advantages of the Duster such as ground clearance, road presence, rugged styling, SUV stance, and the overall "proper SUV" appeal. Likewise, let's ignore the more crossover-like proportions of the Kushaq/Taigun.

I'm trying to understand the underlying driving experience itself rather than the visual character or body style of the vehicle.

A lot of reviewers describe the Kushaq/Taigun 1.5 as cars that "grow on you" because of their steering, chassis balance, braking confidence, DSG calibration, high-speed stability, and overall driver involvement.

The new Duster seems to offer:

- Better ride quality

- Better bad-road comfort

- More suspension compliance

- Strong 1.3 Turbo + DCT package

My question is:

If Renault offered you a straight swap today (assuming same price, same ownership costs, and ignoring feature differences), would you:

A) Keep your Kushaq/Taigun 1.5 DSG

B) Switch to the Duster 1.3 Turbo DCT

More importantly, why?

Also, how would you personally rank these factors in order of importance?

- Steering feel

- Chassis balance

- Braking confidence

- Powertrain/gearbox

- Driver involvement

- Ride quality

- Suspension comfort

- High-speed stability

I'm trying to understand whether long-term Kushaq/Taigun owners continue to value the driving dynamics enough to stay with the platform, or whether the Duster's ride-and-handling balance is compelling enough to make them switch.

Would love to hear from people who have actually spent months or years with a Kushaq/Taigun 1.5 DSG rather than short test-drive impressions.