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Electric Car Sales in India – April 2026
India’s electric passenger vehicle market witnessed a slight slowdown in April 2026 after a strong March performance. Total EV dispatches stood at 22,878 units, down 7.4% month-on-month from 24,716 units in March 2026. Despite the monthly dip, the segment continues to show healthy momentum as more automakers expand their EV portfolios and consumers gradually shift toward electric mobility. OEM-Wise Electric Car Sales – April 2026 Rank OEM Apr’26 Sales MoM Growth Market Share
Team Autopunditz
May 163 min read


Ather Rizta Crosses 3 Lakh Sales Milestone in Just Two Years: The Scooter That Changed Ather’s Growth Story
India's electric two-wheeler market has seen several success stories, but few products have transformed a brand's fortunes as dramatically as the Ather Rizta. Officially announced on May 11, 2026, the Rizta crossed the 3 lakh cumulative sales milestone — achieved in just 25 months from its April 2024 launch. Estimated total wholesales stand at 3,09,501 units as of April 2026. "Since its launch, the Rizta was sharply positioned as a family scooter and has resonated extremely w
Team Autopunditz
May 122 min read


Electric Car Sales in India – FY2026 Analysis
India’s electric car market witnessed strong momentum in FY2026, with a handful of models driving the majority of volumes. The top 10 electric cars contributed nearly 87% of total EV sales, reflecting a highly concentrated yet rapidly evolving market.
Team Autopunditz
May 23 min read


Passenger Cars Fuel-wise Sales Analysis – India FY2026
India’s passenger vehicle (PV) market in FY2026 reflects a multi-powertrain reality, where no single fuel dominates unchallenged. Total PV sales stood at 46.83 lakh units, and beneath this headline number lies a structural shift shaped by cost of ownership, regulatory pressures, urban usage patterns, and OEM-specific strategies. Market Overview: Petrol Still Leads, Alternatives Gain Ground Petrol remained the dominant fuel choice with 52.6% share (24.61 lakh units). However,
Team Autopunditz
Apr 273 min read


Electric Vehicle Sales – March 2026
India’s electric passenger vehicle (PV) segment closed FY2026 on a strong note, with March emerging as a record-breaking month for EV dispatches. Driven by aggressive year-end push, discounts, and rising fuel cost concerns, EV adoption accelerated sharply across OEMs and models. Passenger Car dispatches stood at 24,716 units in March 2026, marking a strong 19.9% MoM growth, highlighting robust wholesales by manufacturers. The EV market remains heavily concentrated, with a few
Team Autopunditz
Apr 253 min read


Ather Energy Clocks Strong Growth in March 2026, Led by Rizta Demand
Ather Energy continues to demonstrate robust growth in the EV scooter segment. Closing out March 2026, the OEM recorded a total sales volume of 30,697 units. This represents a staggering 82% Year-on-Year (YoY) growth compared to March 2025, signaling a massive shift in consumer preference toward electric mobility. On a month-on-month basis, the company saw a steady 16% increase from February 2026. Here is a modelwise breakup of March'26 volumes: The RIZTA Revolution: With 23,
Team Autopunditz
Apr 241 min read


Hyundai and TVS Jointly Architect India’s Smartest E3W
Hyundai Motor and TVS Motor have signed a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to advance the development and commercialization of innovative Electric Three-Wheeler (E3W) solutions designed specifically to address India's last-mile mobility needs. The partnership was formalized following the successful presentation of the E3W concept at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 where the two companies showcased a prototype of their Electric Three-Wheeler (E3W). A Strategic Collabora
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Apr 212 min read


Electric Car Running Cost vs Petrol Cars in India: A Real Monthly Expense Breakdown
With petrol prices consistently hovering around the ₹100 mark across major Indian cities in 2026, the shift toward Electric Vehicles (EVs) has accelerated. Buyers are increasingly drawn to the promise of ultra-low running costs. But how much do you actually save when you factor in real-world efficiency, electricity tariffs, and maintenance? Let’s cut through the marketing jargon and break down the real monthly expenses of running an EV versus a traditional petrol car in Indi
Team Autopunditz
Mar 243 min read


Ather Energy Sales Analysis – February 2026: Rizta Drives Massive Growth, 450 Series Expands Strongly
Ather Energy delivered a stellar performance in February 2026 , with strong growth across its electric scooter portfolio. The company’s expansion strategy and new product launches are clearly paying off, especially with the success of the Rizta family scooter . Here's a detailed model-wise breakdown: Top Performer of the Month 1. Rizta – The Game Changer Feb 2026 Sales: 20,322 units YoY Growth: +125% MoM Growth: +1% Ather Rizta emerged as Ather’s best-selling model , contr
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Mar 211 min read


India EV Sales Feb 2026: Maruti Suzuki eVitara Clocks 870 Units in Debut Month
India’s electric car sales reached 20,616 units in February 2026, growing 25.3% month-on-month. Tata Motors retained leadership with 38.7% market share, while Mahindra & Mahindra recorded a sharp 95.8% growth, emerging as a strong challenger in the EV segment.
Team Autopunditz
Mar 202 min read


Indian EV Car Sales – January 2026
With ~17k dispatches of mass-market Passenger EVs, the contribution of EVs in overall passenger cars accounted to 3.6% in January 2026. Three OEMs now control over 97% of India’s EV passenger vehicle market. OEM-Wise Market Share – January 2026 With 8,616 units, Tata continues to dominate India’s EV market, holding over half the total share. Tata’s strength lies in portfolio depth — from entry hatchbacks to premium SUVs and covering multiple price bands. The Challenger Duo –
Team Autopunditz
Feb 252 min read


Indian Passenger Car market fuel-mix analysis : FY2025
Highlights Petrol cars remained the top sellers, contributing 57.5% to FY2025 (April 2024 - March 2025). However, petrol vehicle sales...
Team Autopunditz
Jun 26, 20252 min read


2024 EV Sales Report: Growth, Market Leaders & Future Trends
Highlights 1,06,966 mass-market battery EVs were sold in 2024, posting 19% growth over 2023 BEV sales constituted 2.5% of total passenger...
Team Autopunditz
Feb 1, 20252 min read


Electric & Hybrid Cars Sales Analysis - H1 2024
Highlights 52,415 BEVs (Battery Electric Vehicle) and 51,832 HEVs (Hybrid Electric Vehicle) were sold in H1 2024 BEV and HEV sales growth...

managementpunditz
Jul 30, 20242 min read


Electric & Hybrid Cars Sales Analysis - 2023
Highlights 92,344 BEVs (Battery Electric Vehicle) and 82,606 HEVs (Hybrid Electric Vehicle) were sold in 2023. The market share of BEV...

managementpunditz
Jan 23, 20244 min read


Q3 2023 : EV sales declined for the first time by 10%!
Auto Punditz has always strived to present the most comprehensive data about the Indian Automotive Industry. In this endeavor, we have...

managementpunditz
Oct 27, 20232 min read


Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Sales Analysis for Q2 2023!
Highlights Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) sales reached an all-time high level of 26,794 units in Q2-2023, which is 2.7% of total PV...

managementpunditz
Jul 25, 20232 min read


Analysis of Top 30 selling cars of H1 2023!
Highlights Maruti Wagon-R continues to be the best-selling passenger vehicle in India. Tata Nexon is the best-selling SUV/crossover,...

managementpunditz
Jul 24, 20233 min read


EV and Hybrid Car Sales - Q1 2023
We have been covering the Electric Vehicle & Hybrid Vehicle sales statistics extensively and are closely watching the spurt in sales the...

managementpunditz
Apr 24, 20233 min read


CY2022: Indian Battery Electric Vehicle Industry Analysis
Highlights 2022 registered the highest-ever BEV sales of 48,262 units, with 229% volume growth over 2021 October 2022 was the best sales...

managementpunditz
Jan 24, 20232 min read
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