India’s luxury electric passenger vehicle market recorded 552 registrations in August 2026, declining 3% year-on-yearand a sharper 25.8% month-on-month, according to Vahan registration data compiled by AutoPunditz. While BMW remained the clear market leader with nearly half of all luxury EV registrations, its volumes declined substantially compared with both August 2025 and July 2026. Meanwhile, Tesla maintained the second position with 116 registrations, narrowly ahead of Me

India’s electric passenger vehicle registrations reached 30,051 units in August 2026, growing 53.1% year-on-year despite an 11.1% monthly decline. Tata Motors maintained a commanding 43.8% market share, while Mahindra remained second and VinFast climbed to fourth place.

India’s electric two-wheeler market maintained strong momentum in July 2026, with the leading electric scooter models collectively recording 1,68,743 units, according to dispatch data compiled by Auto Punditz. The July tally represents a sharp 168% increase compared with 63,010 units in July 2025. On a sequential basis, volumes were also higher by around 16% from 1,45,718 units in June 2026. The month was led by the TVS iQube Electric, followed by the Bajaj Chetak, while Athe

VinFast dispatched ,425 vehicles in July 2026**, registering **26% month-on-month growth** over June. The **Limo Green led volumes with 1,695 units**, while the VF6 also posted strong 44% MoM growth.

Maruti Suzuki's electric vehicle journey continues to gather momentum with the eVitara recording 2,003 dispatches in June 2026, rebounding strongly from 1,439 units in May. The electric SUV has now crossed the 2,000-unit mark in three out of the last four months, indicating that the company is steadily scaling production while expanding its EV footprint across India. Collectively the model dispatches were 9,100 units in the first half of 2026. Maruti Suzuki eVitara Monthly Di

VinFast posted 1,928 vehicle dispatches in June 2026, delivering a largely stable overall performance despite notable changes across its model lineup. While the Limo Green continued to anchor the brand's sales with more than half of total dispatches, both the VF7 and VF6 witnessed significant month-on-month declines. The MPV7, meanwhile, recorded modest growth. As VinFast continues to expand its footprint in India, the June dispatch data highlights the importance of its comme

India's electric passenger vehicle (EV) wholesale market gained strong momentum in June 2026, with total dispatches rising to 33,656 units, up from 26,620 units in May 2026, representing a healthy 26.4% month-on-month (MoM) growth. The month witnessed robust contributions from Tata Motors, Mahindra, MG and Maruti Suzuki, while several newly launched electric models continued to reshape the market landscape. The latest dispatch figures also underline the growing acceptance of

The Tata Sierra EV recorded 1,516 wholesale dispatches in June 2026, while customer deliveries have now officially commenced across dealerships this month. The opening month underlines the market's anticipation for Tata Motors' latest electric SUV and signals a promising beginning for one of the brand's most significant launches in recent years. Tata's New Electric SUV Debut After months of anticipation, the Sierra EV has finally entered the market with encouraging numbers. D

India’s electric passenger vehicle market posted a strong performance in June 2026, with total Vahan registrations reaching 30,592 units, registering a sharp 105.3% year-on-year growth over 14,902 units in June 2025. On a month-on-month basis too, the segment continued its upward momentum, growing 11.9% compared to 27,343 units in May 2026. The June 2026 EV registration data highlights two important trends: established EV leaders like Tata Motors, Mahindra and MG continue to

Maruti Suzuki’s first all-electric SUV, the e Vitara, has crossed the 7,000-unit mark in domestic sales within the first five months of 2026. However, the bigger story lies outside India, where exports have already exceeded 35,000 units, making the e Vitara one of Maruti Suzuki’s most export-focused models in recent times. Maruti Suzuki dispatched 7,097 units of the e Vitara in India between January and May 2026. The EV started with 528 units in January, improved to 870 units

India’s electric passenger vehicle market recorded a healthy sequential improvement in May 2026, with the 24 electric cars together accounting for 26,620 units, compared to 24,592 units in April 2026. This translated into an 8% month-on-month growth, indicating stronger demand across compact EVs, electric SUVs and newer models. The Tata Punch EV emerged as the best-selling electric car in India in May 2026, followed closely by the Mahindra 9S. Tata Motors continued to dominat

India’s electric passenger vehicle market recorded a healthy sequential recovery in May 2026, with total electric car sales rising to 26,620 units. This marked an 8.2% month-on-month growth over 24,592 units sold in April 2026, indicating improved traction after a mixed performance in the previous month. The market remained highly concentrated among the top three players, with Tata, Mahindra & Mahindra, and MG together accounting for over 82% of total electric car sales in Ma

India is preparing a new incentive scheme worth approximately ₹12,000 crore to promote domestic manufacturing of critical battery components, marking the next phase of the country's electric vehicle and energy storage ambitions. The proposed scheme is expected to complement the existing ₹18,100 crore Production Linked Incentive (PLI) program for Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) battery manufacturing and address one of India's biggest weaknesses in the EV value chain—dependence o

India’s Hybrid-Car Market Is Preparing for Its Next Big Phase India’s automotive transition is no longer centred solely on battery-electric vehicles. Hybrid technology is preparing for a major expansion, with at least six automakers reportedly planning hybrid or plug-in hybrid launches over the coming 12 months. Renault, Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, BYD and the JSW Group are expected to introduce electrified vehicles across different price segments. The proposed models range from ma

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 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

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

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.

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,

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