TL;DR
India's auto sector saw strong 17.51% year-on-year growth in August 2026, fueled by significant increases in two-wheeler and passenger vehicle sales.
India's automotive sector demonstrated strong performance in August 2026, recording a significant year-on-year growth of 17.51%. Retail sales surged to 24.23 lakh units, indicating a healthy demand momentum across various segments.
Two-wheelers were a primary driver of this growth, with sales reaching 17.15 lakh units, marking a 19.69% increase year-on-year. The passenger vehicle segment also experienced robust demand, crossing 4 lakh units in sales for the first time in August, with a 16.14% year-on-year rise. Utility vehicles, in particular, remained a key growth engine, with their share in total passenger vehicle sales increasing to approximately 69% from around 65% a year earlier.
