India’s automobile market continued its robust performance in FY2025-26, with total vehicle sales across all segments reaching nearly 2.83 crore units during the financial year. According to the latest data from the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), this translates to an average of close to 54 vehicles being sold every minute throughout FY26. Here is a detailed breakdown of the statistics.
Two-Wheelers Dominate Sales
Two-wheelers remained the largest contributor to overall sales volumes, accounting for 2.17 crore units during the year. This segment continues to be driven by strong demand in both rural and urban markets. Passenger vehicle sales stood at 46.43 lakh units, while three-wheeler sales reached 8.36 lakh units. Commercial vehicle sales touched 10.80 lakh units in FY26.
State-Wise Performance in Passenger Vehicles
In the passenger vehicle category, Maharashtra emerged as the country's largest market, with sales of 5.64 lakh units during the financial year. Uttar Pradesh followed in second place, while Gujarat, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu also featured among the top-performing states. Region-wise, western India led passenger vehicle sales, posting total volumes of 15.28 lakh units.
Two-Wheeler Demand Surges in Northern and Western States
The two-wheeler segment witnessed massive demand, particularly in northern and western states. Uttar Pradesh recorded the highest two-wheeler sales in the country at 31.8 lakh units during FY26. Maharashtra ranked next, followed by Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, and Karnataka. This trend highlights the growing preference for personal mobility in these regions.
Three-Wheeler and Commercial Vehicle Markets
Three-wheelers also saw strong demand in several states. Uttar Pradesh topped the segment with sales of nearly 99,000 units, ahead of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Bihar. In the commercial vehicle segment, Maharashtra once again emerged as the leading market, with sales of 1.61 lakh units during FY26. Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and Karnataka were among the other major contributors in this segment.
