New Delhi, April 7
The number of new cars registered on the government’s VAHAN portal rose to a record 41,53,432 units during the financial year ended March 31, 2025, which represents a 4.87 per cent increase in sales over the previous financial year, according to figures compiled by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA).
The rural areas registered a higher growth rate of 7.93 per cent driven by higher farms incomes, following the better performance of the agricultural sector. The urban areas clocked a growth of 3.07 per cent.
Maruti Suzuki India continued to be the market leader with a dominant 40 per cent market share while arch rival Hyundai Motor India was locked in fierce competition for the second spot with home-grown Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. The two Indian carmakers also made inroads in the electric car segment, according to the data.
Two-wheeler sales during 2024-25 registered a higher growth rate at 7.71 per cent year-on-year to touch 1,88,77,812 units on the back of buoyant demand.
Three-wheelers sales rose 4.54 per cent compared to the previous on driven by higher economic activity but commercial vehicles remained flat during the year.
“FY25 truly showcased how adaptable and resilient India’s auto retail sector can be,” FADA President CS Vigneshwar said in a statement.