Indian auto industry records highest-ever July sales across all segments to 4,57,810 units: SIAM
New Delhi, August 13
India's auto industry delivered its strongest-ever July sales, with robust double-digit growth and higher domestic demand across passenger vehicles, three-wheelers, and two-wheelers.
According to data released by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), total domestic PV sales grew by 34.3 per cent year-on-year to reach 4,57,810 units in July 2026, up from 3,40,772 units in July 2025.
Overall monthly production across PVs, 3Ws, 2Ws, and quadricycles reached 33,70,958 units in July 2026.
Commenting on the industry performance, Rajesh Menon, Director General, SIAM, said, "India's auto industry delivered its strongest-ever July sales, with robust double-digit growth across Passenger Vehicles, Three-Wheelers and Two-Wheelers."
Outlining the growth outlook for the sector, Menon noted that "this positive momentum, sustained over several months, has continued as the industry enters the festive season with expectations of strong consumer sentiment."
As per SIAM, in the 3W market, domestic sales rose 33.4 per cent to 92,560 units in July 2026 compared to 69,403 units in July 2025. Within this category, passenger carriers increased 32.9 per cent to 77,994 units, while goods carriers grew 40.3 per cent to 12,896 units. E-rickshaw sales reached 1,132 units, marking a 7.5 per cent increase, and e-carts expanded 16.2 per cent to 538 units.
The 2W segment recorded total domestic sales of 19,23,483 units in July 2026, registering a 22.6 per cent increase from 15,69,120 units in July 2025. Within this segment, motorcycle sales went up 20.7 per cent to 10,74,796 units, scooter sales increased 23.7 per cent to 7,98,190 units, and moped sales surged 48.6 per cent to 50,497 units.
Domestic sales of quadricycles were reported at only four units for July 2026.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Finally, the auto sector is back on track! The jump in moped sales (48.6%) is interesting—seems like rural demand is picking up too. Hope this translates to more jobs in manufacturing.
Numbers look impressive, but let's not forget the base effect—last year was slow. Still, 4.57 lakh PVs in a month is a strong signal. Fingers crossed for a smooth festive season!
E-rickshaw sales growing at just 7.5% is a bit disappointing. With all the focus on electric mobility, I expected more. Maybe the government needs to push better financing options for small operators. 🤔
Acha hai, but car prices are also rising. The sales growth is good for the industry, but common man is feeling the pinch with EMIs and fuel costs. Let's see if the festive offers actually help.
Impressive numbers from India! The two-wheeler segment, especially mopeds, shows the depth of the market. India's auto industry is clearly on a strong growth trajectory. 🇮🇳
Happy to see the 3W segment growing, but why so few quadricycles? Only 4
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