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Auto Sector Booms in November: How GST Cuts Fueled 29% Growth for Ashok Leyland

Vehicle sales in India showed robust performance in November, continuing a positive trend. Major players like Ashok Leyland and Mahindra & Mahindra posted significant growth, benefiting from reduced GST rates. The tractor segment, led by Escorts Kubota, also saw strong demand supported by government initiatives and a good agricultural outlook. This widespread growth across two-wheelers, commercial vehicles, and SUVs points to a healthy recovery in the auto sector.

Key Points: Ashok Leyland M&M Sales Jump in November on GST Rate Cuts

  • Ashok Leyland reports 29% sales growth to 18,272 units across all vehicle segments
  • Mahindra & Mahindra's total vehicle sales rise 19%, with SUV sales up 22%
  • Escorts Kubota tractor sales grow 17.9%, citing strong rural demand and government subsidies
  • Bajaj Auto sees commercial vehicle sales surge 37%, highlighting broad-based sector recovery
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Auto sector booms in November across sectors, Ashok Leyland sold 29% more, M&M grew by 19%

India's auto sector sees strong November sales. Ashok Leyland sales surge 29%, M&M grows 19%, and Escorts Kubota tractors jump 18% amid GST benefits.

"We anticipate sustained growth for the remainder of the fiscal year. - Escorts Kubota Statement"

New Delhi, December 1

Vehicle sales across categories performed exceedingly well in November, continuing robust performance since the reduced GST rates on vehicles came into effect this Navratri.

Ashok Leyland registered a 29 per cent jump in sales in November, domestic and exports combined, at 18,272 units. Trucks, buses, Light Commercial Vehicle all logged strong sales growth, the company's data released on Monday showed.

Mahindra & Mahindra's overall auto sales for the month of November 2025 stood at 92,670 vehicles, a growth of 19 per cent, including exports.

In the Utility Vehicles segment, Mahindra sold 56,336 vehicles in the domestic market, a growth of 22 per cent and overall, 57,598 vehicles, including exports. The domestic sales for

Commercial Vehicles stood at 24,843, a growth of 17 per cent, the company sales figures showed today.

Nalinikanth Gollagunta, CEO, Automotive Division, M&M Ltd., said, "In November, we achieved SUV sales of 56,336 units, a growth of 22 per cent. The total vehicle sales stand at 92,670 units, a 19 per cent year-on-year growth. We also celebrated the one-year anniversary of our Electric Origin SUVs and launched India's first authentic Electric Origin 7-seater SUV - the XEV 9S - along with the world's first Formula E-themed special edition SUV, the Mahindra BE 6 Formula E Edition."

Escorts Kubota Limited, a tractor maker, sold 10,580 tractors in November, registering a growth of 17.9 per cent as against 8,974 tractors sold in November 2024, the company data showed.

Domestic tractor sales in November 2025 were at 10,122 tractors registering a growth of 15.9 per cent as against 8,730 tractors in November 2024.

Export tractor sales in November 2025 were at 458 tractors registering a growth of 87.7 per cent as against 244 tractors sold in November 2024.

It said that the tractor industry continued its upward trajectory in November, supported by government initiatives, reduced GST rates and subsidies on agricultural machinery, which have made tractors more affordable for farmers.

"Retail sales experienced a notable increase as the Kharif harvesting season came to a close and Rabi sowing advanced smoothly. Improved reservoir levels from last year have guaranteed ample water supply, setting a promising outlook for the upcoming season. Moving forward, we anticipate sustained growth for the remainder of the fiscal year," Escorts Kubota said in the statement, while releasing the sales figures for November.

Coming to Bajaj Auto Limited, it reported sales growth in both two wheelers and commercial vehicles, at 3 per cent and 37 per cent, respectively, data showed.

The new GST rates and slabs are having a wide-scale positive impact on the many items related to heavy industries, be it auto, transport, or auto ancillaries.

For instance, the rate cuts for the automobile sector are across different categories. It includes bikes (up to 350cc, which also accommodates bikes of 350cc), Buses, Small cars, Medium and luxury cars, Tractors (

- ANI

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Priya S
Great to see Ashok Leyland and M&M doing so well. They are true Indian champions. The focus on electric vehicles is also promising. However, I hope this growth translates into better road infrastructure and more EV charging stations. We can't have more cars without better planning.
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Rohit P
The tractor sales growth is the real story here. A 17.9% increase shows our farmers are investing, which is a very positive sign for the rural economy. Good monsoon and government subsidies are making a difference. Jai Kisan! 🚜
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Sarah B
As someone who recently moved to India for work, it's impressive to see such robust industrial growth. The launch of electric SUVs like the XEV 9S shows the market is maturing rapidly. Hope the quality and safety standards keep pace with this sales volume.
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Vikram M
Bajaj Auto's 37% growth in commercial vehicles is huge! This indicates small businesses and logistics are expanding. The post-festive season usually sees a dip, but these numbers break that trend. The economy is on the move, literally.
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Karthik V
While the growth is commendable, we must be cautious. This boom is heavily policy-driven (GST cuts). The real test will be sustaining this momentum once the initial push fades. Also, with more vehicles, our cities' pollution and traffic woes will only increase. Need a balanced approach.

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