Electric cars raced ahead of strong hybrids in India during H1 2026, recording 1,48,023 sales against 57,885 hybrids. We analyse the top-selling EVs and hybrids, model-wise growth and why the gap is widening.
Maruti Suzuki Fronx has crossed the 5 lakh domestic wholesales milestone in India, becoming the first Nexa SUV to achieve this landmark. Launched in April 2023, the Baleno-based coupe-SUV has taken just 38 months to reach this mark, underlining how quickly it has become one of Maruti Suzuki’s most important UV products. As per the latest report, Fronx has registered 5,12,829 units in domestic wholesales till the end of May 2026. It has also emerged as a major export contribut
BYD reported 4,56,713 passenger vehicle sales in September 2026, followed by Geely Galaxy and Leapmotor in the selected Chinese new energy vehicle sales compilation. September’s reported volumes highlight the scale of China’s electrified vehicle manufacturers. Geely Galaxy recorded 1,30,479 units, while Leapmotor crossed the one-lakh mark with 1,05,656 deliveries, according to CarNewsChina’s updated compilation. The figures require careful interpretation: the compilation incl
Chinese automakers strengthened their grip on the world’s largest car market, capturing 62.67% of China’s passenger-car retail market during January–August 2026. BYD led individual brands with 9.77%, followed by Volkswagen at 7.17% and Toyota at 7.00%.
India’s passenger vehicle market remains overwhelmingly dependent on locally manufactured products, but FY2025-26 saw a sharp increase in the number of fully imported cars entering the country. According to Department of Commerce data cited in the accompanying industry graphic, India imported 45,465 cars during FY26, representing a significant 129% year-on-year increase. The value of these imports rose at a slower pace of 38% YoY to ₹8,610 crore. China emerged as the largest
