India's passenger vehicle industry recorded a 33% year-on-year increase in domestic dispatches in July, reaching nearly 4.7 lakh units. Major manufacturers like Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai achieved record sales, bolstered by demand-supporting measures such as GST 2.0 and lower repo rates.
Maruti Suzuki India Limited reported its highest-ever monthly domestic sales in July 2026, selling 2,00,123 units. Total sales, including exports and OEM supplies, reached 2,41,421 units, marking significant growth across all passenger vehicle segments compared to the previous year.
The Indian market closed with modest gains on April 23, marking its third consecutive higher session, despite last-hour profit booking that erased most of the day's initial gains. The Sensex rose 0.12% and the Nifty gained 0.14%, driven by positive global cues and strong performance in broader markets.
Maruti Suzuki India Ltd plans to expand its service network by adding approximately 500 new service points across India in the current fiscal year. The company recently inaugurated its 6,000th service touchpoint, highlighting its commitment to enhancing customer experience.
Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Sanae Takaichi inaugurated Maruti Suzuki India's new manufacturing facility in Kharkhoda, Haryana. The plant, built with Industry 5.0 technologies and a focus on renewable energy, represents a significant investment in India's auto sector and deepens India-Japan economic ties.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi will inaugurate Maruti Suzuki's new manufacturing facility in Kharkhoda, Haryana. The plant features advanced technology, sustainability initiatives, and aims to boost annual production significantly, creating thousands of jobs.
Maruti Suzuki India saw a 19.3% year-on-year increase in total sales for June, reaching 2,00,390 units. This growth was driven by strong domestic demand across passenger and light commercial vehicles, as well as a 13% rise in exports.
A Índia suspendeu as exportações de açúcar devido ao El Niño, que ameaça a produção de cana, e ao aumento do uso da matéria-prima para etanol. A escassez global de oferta deve sustentar os preços.
Maruti Suzuki launched its first flex-fuel car, the Wagon R, aiming to support India's goals of reducing oil imports and carbon emissions. The technology allows vehicles to run on petrol and ethanol blends, with officials highlighting its potential to boost farmer income and rural economy.
Maruti Suzuki launched India's first flex-fuel passenger car, the Wagon R, aiming to reduce crude oil imports and carbon emissions. The technology supports farmers and rural communities, aligning with India's energy security goals.
Maruti Suzuki has launched India's first flex-fuel passenger car, capable of running on petrol or ethanol blends. This move aims to reduce oil imports, cut carbon emissions, and boost the agricultural sector.
Maruti Suzuki is launching India's first mass-market flex-fuel passenger vehicle, capable of running on up to 100% ethanol. This initiative aims to boost green mobility, reduce oil imports, and support the rural economy.
Indian automakers Maruti Suzuki and Kia India achieved record-breaking sales in May 2026, defying fuel price increases. Passenger vehicle sales saw significant growth across the industry, with Maruti Suzuki reporting its highest-ever monthly sales.
Maruti Suzuki India achieved its highest-ever monthly sales in May, with total dispatches reaching a record 242,688 units, a 34.76% year-on-year increase. Domestic sales also hit an all-time high.
Maruti Suzuki is doubling down on small car production to maintain market scale in India, despite facing a quarterly profit decline due to surging raw material costs. While expanding its SUV portfolio, the company maintains that small cars remain central to future growth.
Hybrid cars are expected to reach 10% of total car sales in India by FY 2027, outselling EVs at 5%, as cost-conscious consumers shift from diesel to hybrids. Sales of hybrids surged nearly fourfold to 362,866 units in FY 2026, while EVs totaled 131,865 units. Japanese automakers Toyota and Maruti Suzuki dominate the hybrid market, with Tesla and BYD selling fewer than 7,400 combined since 2025 amid high import duties.
