Car Sales

Companies

Mahindra's no. 2 spot under threat as Tata Motors gathers momentum

According to Mint’s review of the government's Vahan portal data, Tata Motors PV sold about 408,000 cars between September, when the govt cut GST, and March, higher than the 396,000 units sold by Mahindra and Mahindra.

3 min read2 Apr 2026
Companies

JSW MG Motor hits $1 billion in revenue in under 6 years, but losses surge

JSW MG Motor India surpassed $1 billion in revenue in FY25, but saw its losses nearly double to ₹1,096 crore. The company, a joint venture with SAIC, has seen a significant rise in EV sales, becoming India's second-largest electric vehicle maker after Tata Motors.

4 min read7 Jan 2026
Companies

Elon Musk's Tesla loses lead as China's BYD tops EV sales in Germany and UK — details here

BYD Company surpassed Tesla in electric car sales in Germany and the UK in 2025, marking a significant shift in the automotive industry. Details here.

1 min read6 Jan 2026
Markets

From Maruti Suzuki to Tata Motors — What do auto majors' December sales figures signal?

In December, PV sales surged as major manufacturers reported double-digit growth, driven by SUV demand, discounts, GST rate cuts, and a wedding season boost. Mahindra, Maruti Suzuki, and Tata Motors saw significant increases in dispatches, while Hyundai's sales declined.

2 min read2 Jan 2026
Industry

In charts: Will India’s passenger car market continue revving up after November surge?

Car registrations barely grew between January and September 2025, compared to the same period last year. But a turnaround in October and an unusually strong November suggest a recovery may be taking hold.

2 min read11 Dec 2025
Markets

Auto sales preview: Auto industry set for double-digit wholesale growth in November: Report

In November, Motilal Oswal expects double-digit growth in wholesale numbers across various vehicle segments. Royal Enfield and TVS Motor are projected to lead in two-wheelers, while Mahindra & Mahindra is expected to drive growth in passenger vehicles amid a recovering market.

2 min read28 Nov 2025
Markets

Hyundai Motor share price crashes 21% from September peak. Time to buy the dip?

Hyundai Motor India share price fell 2.7% to ₹2,275, losing 21% from its peak in September. Despite a strong rally earlier, the stock has closed lower in six of the last eight weeks. Analysts have mixed ratings, highlighting concerns over future growth and market share ambitions.

2 min read21 Nov 2025
Economy

GST reforms spark massive festive shopping spree, sales hit ₹6 trillion as consumer spending jumps 8.5%

GST reforms have boosted consumer spending during the festive season, with an 8.5% increase in sales compared to last year, amounting to ₹6 trillion. Major tax cuts led to increased demand for cars, kitchenware, and other goods, though some businesses faced supply chain disruptions.

2 min read3 Nov 2025
Markets

Carmakers see drop in sales in August as buyers delay purchases ahead of a proposed GST reform

Maruti Suzuki India volumes remained largely stable, slipping 0.6% YoY to 180,683 units. A strong 40.5% YoY growth in exports was offset by a 7.5% YoY drop in domestic sales. Hyundai Motor India reported a 4.2% YoY decline in PV sales, while Tata Motors’ volumes fell 2.6% YoY to 43,315 units.

2 min read2 Sep 2025
Auto News

In charts: Auto sales revival may ride on GST overhaul

With auto sales slowing for a second year, the proposed GST revamp has raised hopes of lower prices and a demand revival.

2 min read31 Aug 2025