IOCL delivers STORM-X racing car fuel to Madras International Circuit
Developed by the Indian Oil Research & Development Centre in Faridabad and produced at the state-of-the-art Paradip Refinery, STORM-X blends high-octane gasoline streams with advanced sustainable components, including 2G Ethanol from the Panipat Refinery.
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Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) has made the first dispatch of high-octane gasoline named ‘STORM-X’ which is specially formulated for racing cars. The state owned IOCL has made the initial delivery from the Paradip Refinery to the Madras International Circuit in Chennai.
Developed by the Indian Oil Research & Development Centre in Faridabad and produced at the state-of-the-art Paradip Refinery, STORM-X blends high-octane gasoline streams with advanced sustainable components, including 2G Ethanol from the Panipat Refinery.
According to the official statement, this launch event was virtually flagged off by V Satish Kumar, Director (Marketing), with the presence of N Senthil Kumar, Director (Pipelines), and Alok Sharma, Director.
As the latest innovation by IOCL, STORM-X is designed to meet the demands of top-tier motor racing events in India and internationally. The fuel is the brainchild of Shrikant Madhav Vaidya, Chairman of IOCL, and symbolizes the company’s relentless pursuit of innovation and excellence.
Certified by Bureau Veritas, Dubai, STORM-X fuel meets the FIA (Federation Internationale de l’Automobile) 2024 specifications, ensuring top-tier performance and reliability.
In partnership with the Madras Motor Sports Club, IOCL will supply STORM-X for the 3rd and 4th rounds of the Indian National Racing Championship at the Madras International Circuit during the 2024 season. A total of 55 barrels of STORM-X were dispatched for the 3rd round at the launch ceremony, marking a new era in Indian motor racing.
The Paradip Refinery is known for its cutting-edge technological expertise and has played a crucial role in the development and production of this high-performance race fuel. IOCL held that its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction continues to drive India’s progress and advancement.