Indian Automotive Sales Surge in Post-Festive Boom

Passenger vehicle dispatches in India rose 19% in November, reflecting strong post-festive demand. Total sales reached 412,405 units, with car manufacturers like Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Hyundai showing significant growth. Two-wheeler and three-wheeler sales also saw gains, marking record sales for the month.

Passenger vehicle dispatches in India experienced a 19% increase year-on-year in November, driven by robust demand following the festive period, according to a statement by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) released on Friday.

In a breakdown of sales, total passenger vehicle sales reached 412,405 units, an 18.7% uplift from 347,522 units during the same month last year. Leading manufacturers contributed significantly, with Maruti Suzuki India dispatching 170,971 units, noting a 21% growth. Similarly, Mahindra & Mahindra and Hyundai Motor India's dispatches rose to 56,336 and 50,340 units, respectively.

The two-wheeler segment saw a substantial 21% increase in dispatches, totaling 1,944,475 units. Scooter sales surged 29%, while motorcycle dispatches grew by 17.5%. Despite the positive trend, moped sales declined slightly by 2%. In the three-wheeler category, dispatches grew 21% to 71,999 units, marking a record high for November sales in 2025. Riding on government policy support, the automotive sector anticipates continued growth into 2026, according to SIAM Director General Rajesh Menon.

(With inputs from agencies.)