Maruti Suzuki Fronx has crossed the 5 lakh domestic wholesales milestone in India, becoming the first Nexa SUV to achieve this landmark. Launched in April 2023, the Baleno-based coupe-SUV has taken just 38 months to reach this mark, underlining how quickly it has become one of Maruti Suzuki’s most important UV products. As per the latest report, Fronx has registered 5,12,829 units in domestic wholesales till the end of May 2026. It has also emerged as a major export contribut

Hyundai Motor India recorded 47,837 units in May 2026, registering a healthy 9% year-on-year growth over 43,861 units sold in May 2025. However, compared to April 2026, Hyundai’s domestic dispatches declined by 8%, as volumes dropped from 51,902 units to 47,837 units. The brand’s performance in May 2026 was largely driven by its SUV portfolio, especially the Creta, Venue and Exter, which together contributed over 70% of Hyundai’s total sales. Hyundai Sales May 2026 – Model-wi

Mahindra reported a strong sales performance in May 2026, with total domestic passenger vehicle sales standing at 58,021 units, compared to 52,431 units in May 2025. This translated into a healthy 11% year-on-year growth. On a month-on-month basis, Mahindra sales grew 3%, rising from 56,331 units in April 2026. The brand’s performance was led by the Scorpio range, followed by the Thar and the rapidly growing XUV 7XO. Mahindra Sales May 2026: Model-wise Performance Model May 2

Tata Motors recorded a strong performance in May 2026, with total car sales standing at 59,090 units, compared to 41,557 units in May 2025. This translates to a healthy 42% year-on-year growth, driven primarily by the continued dominance of the Punch and Nexon, along with a strong contribution from the newly added Sierra. On a month-on-month basis, Tata’s sales remained almost flat, with May 2026 volumes marginally higher than 59,000 units sold in April 2026. Tata Motors Mode

India’s sub-4 metre SUV segment continued its strong run in May 2026, with total sales of 1,17,889 units, compared to 98,966 units in May 2025. This translates to a healthy 19.1% YoY growth, underlining the segment’s importance in the Indian passenger vehicle market. The segment remains highly competitive, with Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Hyundai, Kia and Mahindra fighting aggressively for volume share. The top three models alone contributed over 50% of the segment, showing h

Audi has officially presented the Nuvolari, its first-ever supercar powered by a high-performance hybrid powertrain. The new model marks a major shift for the German luxury carmaker, combining a powerful V8 engine with advanced electric motors, Formula 1-inspired technology, active aerodynamics and lightweight carbon construction. With a maximum system output of 1,001 PS, the Audi Nuvolari is set to become the most powerful and fastest production vehicle in Audi’s history. Th

India’s passenger electric vehicle market continued its strong growth momentum in May 2026, as Vahan registration data showed a sharp year-on-year rise in electric car sales. Total passenger EV registrations stood at 25,880 units in May 2026, compared to 14,323 units in May 2025, registering a strong 80.7% YoY growth. On a month-on-month basis, the market grew by 4.6%, rising from 24,753 units in April 2026. The data clearly indicates that EV adoption in the passenger vehicle

India’s mid-size SUV segment continued its strong run in May 2026, recording 1,17,332 units compared to 88,675 units in May 2025. This marks a healthy 32.3% year-on-year growth, showing that buyer preference for larger, feature-loaded SUVs remains strong despite rising competition across price bands. The segment was led by the Mahindra Scorpio, followed closely by the Hyundai Creta, while Maruti Suzuki’s new Victoris made a strong debut with over 10,000 units. Top 10 Best-Sel

Passenger vehicle registrations grow 23.9% YoY, but decline 5.4% MoM India’s passenger vehicle registration market posted a strong year-on-year performance in May 2026, supported by healthy retail demand and a strong showing from market leader Maruti Suzuki. As per Vahan registration data, the top 15 OEMs together recorded 3,97,301 units in May 2026, compared to 3,20,612 units in May 2025, registering a robust 23.9% YoY growth. However, on a month-on-month basis, registration

Maruti Suzuki has introduced the Wagon R Flex-Fuel, making it India’s first flex-fuel passenger vehicle. The move marks an important step in the country’s push towards cleaner and more locally sourced fuels. The new Wagon R Flex-Fuel is designed to run on E85 fuel, which contains up to 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent petrol. Compared to regular petrol cars, flex-fuel vehicles require specific engine calibration, ethanol-compatible components and sensors that can adjust perf

India’s sedan market delivered a surprisingly strong performance in May 2026, with total sales of the listed sedans standing at 37,055 units, compared to 30,646 units in May 2025. This translates to a healthy 20.9% year-on-year growth, showing that despite the SUV wave, sedans continue to have a loyal customer base in India. The growth was led almost single-handedly by the Maruti Suzuki Dzire, which remained the undisputed sedan king of India. Best-Selling Sedans in India for

Tata Motors has changed its plans for the Avinya EV range. Instead of using Jaguar Land Rover’s EMA platform as originally planned, Tata will now build Avinya cars on the Freelander platform developed jointly by JLR and Chinese automaker Chery. The first production model from this range, called the Avinya X, is expected to arrive in 2027. Why This Matters Avinya is Tata’s premium EV brand — a step above its regular Tata.ev cars. The name comes from Sanskrit and means “innovat

India’s passenger vehicle market in May 2026 remained heavily tilted towards SUVs, but the month’s best-selling car was a sedan. The Maruti Suzuki Dzire emerged as India’s No.1 selling car in May 2026 with 24,546 units, registering a strong 36% year-on-year growth over May 2025. The Top 25 list also highlights three major themes: Maruti Suzuki’s continued volume dominance, Tata’s strong compact SUV momentum, and the rising weight of SUVs in India’s sales mix. Out of the Top 2

Mitsubishi has officially confirmed that the Pajero nameplate is coming back, with an all-new cross-country SUV scheduled for a global debut in Autumn 2026. For the 4x4 community, this is not just another SUV announcement — it is the return of one of the most respected off-road names in automotive history. Mitsubishi’s official announcement confirms that the revived model will be positioned as an all-new Pajero cross-country SUV, signalling a serious off-road identity rather

June 2026 is turning out to be one of the most diverse launch months for the Indian passenger vehicle market. The upcoming list includes everything from ultra-luxury plug-in hybrids and V8-powered performance SUVs to strong hybrids, locally assembled premium SUVs and pure electric models. What makes the month interesting is not just the number of launches, but the spread of powertrains. Mercedes-Benz and BYD are betting on plug-in hybrids, Honda is bringing a strong-hybrid SU

India’s passenger vehicle market stayed resilient in May 2026, with the top OEMs in the snapshot collectively dispatching 4,40,808 units. This marked a strong 26.0% year-on-year growth over 3,49,713 units in May 2025. However, compared to April 2026, the market was almost flat with a marginal 0.2% month-on-month decline, indicating that the industry maintained volumes after a strong April performance. The biggest story of May 2026 was Maruti Suzuki’s sharp market share expans

JSW Group is likely to strengthen its control over JSW MG Motor India, with SAIC Motor reportedly planning to sell another 10 percent stake in the joint venture to its Indian partner. The proposed transaction would mark another important shift in MG’s India ownership structure and could make JSW Group the largest individual shareholder in the company. As per reports, SAIC Motor currently holds 49 percent in JSW MG Motor India, while JSW Group owns 35 percent. After the propos

VinFast Auto India has achieved an important early manufacturing milestone by producing its 10,000th electric vehicle at its facility in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. For a brand that officially inaugurated its Tamil Nadu assembly plant only in August 2025, crossing the 10,000-unit production mark within the first year of local operations is a notable development. VinFast’s Thoothukudi facility is its first manufacturing facility outside Vietnam and was positioned from the start a

Tesla has made its India luxury EV play sharper by introducing the 2026 Model Y Premium Rear-Wheel Drive at an introductory price of ₹50.89 lakh ex-showroom. This is a major repositioning because the Model Y is no longer sitting deep inside the ₹60 lakh-plus imported EV bracket; it now directly overlaps with entry-luxury electric SUVs from BMW and Mercedes-Benz. Tesla’s official India configurator lists the Model Y Premium RWD at ₹50,89,000, while the larger Model Y L Premium

Here's a comprehensive breakdown of Hyundai's upcoming product offensive heading into 2027: Four all-new models. Hyundai Motor India is preparing its most aggressive product cycle in recent years. Backed by a ₹45,000 crore investment commitment by FY2030 and a roadmap of 26 product launches, the Korean brand is targeting segment white spaces it has never owned: affordable EVs, CNG SUVs, hybrid mid-SUVs, and premium three-row electric vehicles. The focus is clear: SUVs, electr