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Vehicle registrations fall 24% in October on high base
Registrations of vehicles in October experienced a significant decline compared to the previous year's records. This drop was largely due to an earlier festive season that drove higher demand last year. Despite the decrease, certain vehicle segments like electric vehicles showed remarkable growth in registrations. The upcoming Dhanteras and Diwali festivities are expected to positively impact sales this month. Dealers remain cautiously optimistic about demand, especially in rural markets.
Electric car sales nearly double in October
Electric car sales in India nearly doubled year-on-year to 35,777 units in October, taking their share of passenger vehicle sales to 7% from 3.2% a year earlier. Tata Motors led with a 40.7% market share, followed by Mahindra at 23.7%, as high fuel prices and expanding charging infrastructure supported demand.
Car registrations plunge 22% this Navratri despite strong deliveries
The fall largely reflects a high base. Last year's Navratri coincided with the rollout of GST 2.0, after sales had come to a standstill for half of August and almost all of September. This year, momentum continued even through Shradh, a period considered inauspicious.
Statistics ministry proposes common framework to calculate state GDP
The statistics ministry has proposed a common framework for estimating state gross domestic product. This framework uses an expenditure approach under the revised 2022-23 base year. Currently, no state compiles estimates of private final consumption expenditure, creating a gap. Proposed methods include using administrative data to allocate estimates across states and union territories. This initiative aims to improve consistency and comparability of GSDP estimates throughout India.
EV boom gathers pace as electric car sales jump 95% on fuel prices, new models
India's electric vehicle market recorded substantial growth in September, with sales reaching 34,894 units. This represents a 95% increase compared to last year's figures. Tata Motors maintained its market leadership with a 42.2% share, while Mahindra followed with 22.2%. Interestingly, newer entrants like VinFast and Maruti Suzuki captured significant market shares within a short span.
Auto makers post strong sales ahead of festive season
In September, automotive sales in India showed remarkable growth due to increased demand following the GST rate cuts. Maruti Suzuki led the market with a notable 37% sales increase, delivering 181,838 units. Other automakers, including Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra, also reported substantial growth in passenger vehicle sales. However, challenges such as commodity costs and diesel prices remain areas of concern for the industry.
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Driving licence to be suspended if mobile not linked with DL before September 25? Check latest update about viral claims
Driving Licence News: A claim that driving licences will be suspended if mobile numbers are not linked before September 25, 2026 has been circulating online. The official Parivahan system does ask licence holders to update their mobile numbers, but there is no confirmed nationwide notification stating that all driving licences will automatically be suspended after September 25 for failing to do so.
Ather & Ola Electric: A tale of two contrasting rides
Ather Energy's stock price has significantly increased since its IPO. Ola Electric's shares are currently trading below their initial public offering price. Ather's average monthly sales have risen, while Ola's have declined sharply. Product development and management strategy differentiate these two electric scooter companies. Hero MotoCorp continues to invest in Ather, showing strong confidence in its future.
Banks plan to e-auction cars, vehicles on BAANKNET to speed up recoveries
Banks are planning to auction cars and vehicles on the BAANKNET platform. This initiative aims to streamline the recovery of non-performing assets for lenders. The platform will integrate with VAHAN and RTO services for complete vehicle information. PSB Alliance operates BAANKNET and has already facilitated numerous property auctions. This expansion seeks to enhance efficiency and transparency in asset recovery processes.
CNG, hybrids, electrics rule motown: Alternative powertrains beat petrol vehicles for the first time in India as August auto sales jump 18%
Retail vehicle sales surged by eighteen percent year-on-year, reaching 2.42 million units last month. For the first time, alternative energy vehicles, including electric and CNG options, outsold petrol vehicles. This increase in sales was primarily driven by strong rural demand, even with varied monsoon conditions. Electric vehicle category sales soared by nearly fifty-three percent, showcasing their growing appeal. Dealerships remain cautiously optimistic as the festive season approaches, anticipating higher bookings.
Alternative fuels overtake petrol in India’s car sales for first time as CNG, EVs and hybrids gain ground
In response to soaring fuel costs, consumers are now leaning towards alternative fuels like CNG, hybrids, and electric vehicles, resulting in a decline in petrol sales. Rural markets have played a pivotal role in driving year-on-year vehicle registration growth. Electric vehicle adoption is steadily climbing across different segments. While dealers remain hopeful for strong demand, they are wary of monsoon-related challenges and possible increasing prices.
Supreme Court orders automatic challans for uninsured vehicles using cameras as over 50% are found uninsured
Supreme Court orders cameras to identify uninsured vehicles and issue automatic e-challans, tightening enforcement of mandatory vehicle insurance across India. The court found it shocking that more than 50 percent vehicles don't have insurance in India.
Irdai told to draw up plan to make 3rd-party cover must for fuel purchase
The Supreme Court ordered Irdai to pilot compulsory third-party insurance for fuel purchases. New four-wheeled vehicles will require four years of coverage, and two-wheelers six years. Police will receive devices to verify insurance status in real time. Automatic number plate recognition cameras will integrate with insurance databases. A four-layer structure for private vehicle insurance policies is also planned.
Telangana traffic challans via WhatsApp, SMS, email to be legally valid after 30 days; vehicle owners must update Vahan details
Telangana traffic fines sent digitally will now be official. Vehicle owners have one month to update contact details on the Vahan portal. After this period, messages sent to registered numbers and emails will be considered served. This aims to boost fine recovery and streamline enforcement. Non-receipt will not be a valid excuse for unpaid challans.
VAHAN Portal Telangana Issue Explained: Here's why new vehicle owners are facing delays in vehicle registration, what you can do
New vehicle buyers in Telangana are experiencing delays in receiving permanent registration numbers. The state's shift to the national VAHAN 4.0 portal has caused initial technical glitches and backlogs. While temporary registrations are being issued, permanent numbers are taking weeks. Officials are working to resolve issues, expecting normalcy soon. Buyers are advised to follow up with dealers and RTA offices.
Ola Electric settles dues with Rosmerta as creditor withdraws insolvency plea
Ola Electric Technologies has cleared all outstanding dues with its creditor, Rosmerta Group. In response, Rosmerta has filed to retract the insolvency petition it had lodged against the company, according to a statement from Ola Electric Mobility on Tuesday.
Government asks ARAI to probe Ola Electric's sales figure mismatch, consumer complaints
The Heavy Industries Ministry has instructed the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) to investigate discrepancies between Ola Electric’s reported sales and actual vehicle registrations, alongside consumer complaints. The company has faced regulatory scrutiny and a temporary registration backlog. Additionally, insolvency proceedings were initiated against its arm, Ola Electric Technologies.
Ola Electric’s subsidiary faces insolvency plea over payment dispute
Rosmerta Digital Services filed an insolvency plea against Ola Electric Technologies over alleged payment defaults. Ola Electric disputes the claims and plans legal action while restructuring contracts, managing layoffs, and targeting Ebitda profitability next quarter.
Track your car insurance details online in minutes
In India, you can easily check your car insurance details online through platforms such as the Parivahan Portal, IIB Portal, mParivahan app, and state RTO websites. These government-run resources allow you to quickly access your vehicle’s insurance status, policy issuer, and validity by entering the registration number.
Ola Electric renegotiates registration agency contracts; no impact on sales seen
Ola Electric, India's largest electric scooter manufacturer, is renegotiating contracts with its vehicle registration agencies, leading to a temporary dip in registration numbers on the VAHAN portal for February 2025. The company aims to reduce costs and enhance registration efficiencies, with normal numbers expected to resume in the coming weeks.
Maruti to follow registrations on Vahan for monthly sales reporting
Maruti Suzuki is set to revolutionize its sales reporting by shifting from factory despatches to vehicle registrations based on the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways' (MoRTH) Vahan portal. This move aims to align car supply with actual demand and increase transparency. Dealers will now earn incentives based on Vahan registration data, a practice already followed by MG Motor India and Tata Motors. Senior executive Partho Banerjee confirmed that Maruti is advocating for industry-wide adoption of this method through SIAM.
Ola Electric sees record registrations in March; ends FY24 with 115% growth on year
IPO-bound Ola Electric retains its market leader tag with 328,785 units registered in FY24, the Vahan portal shows. The number has more than doubled from FY23 at 152,741. In the March quarter, the company saw 119,310 registrations, as against 84,133 units in the previous quarter.
For Tata Motors PV business, vehicle registration data take driver’s seat for planning
Automakers in India have been following the practice of dispatching vehicles to their dealers on the basis of this retail performance, which doesn’t always give the actual picture of on-ground sales. Since a vehicle is registered only when the buyer pays, registration numbers are the best indicator of the conclusion of the sales cycle, said people in the car retail business.
Ola Electric clocks highest ever monthly registrations in Dec 2023, crosses 30K mark
Ola Electric on Monday announced that it clocked its highest ever monthly registrations in December 2023 -- recorded 30,219 registrations and captured a 40 per cent market share in the EV 2W segment (as per VAHAN Portal).
Lights, Camera, Check: Video shoots made compulsory for getting PUC certificates
Vehicle owners seeking Pollution Under Check (PUC) certificates will now face a video scrutiny, as per recent guidelines. PUC centers at fuel stations are mandated to record a 10-second video during pollution assessments and upload it to the government's VAHAN portal. The move aims to address complaints of lax inspections leading to inaccurate certificates. Delhi is the first state to implement this measure, setting a precedent for other states and Union territories.
Not paid traffic challans yet? You will be blocked. Read to know more
The transport department in India has decided to block individuals with more than five pending traffic challans from conducting certain online vehicle-related tasks through the Vahan portal. This move aims to curb the practice of ignoring traffic fines. Authorities have noted that over 20,000 vehicles have accumulated over 100 violations each without settling the fines.
Delhi: Five pending traffic challans may log you out!
Beware, if you have allowed traffic challans to pile up without paying them, you might not be able to carry out crucial work related to your vehicle through the online Vahan portal.
Vehicle scrapping policy: Government notifies draft rules
Under the proposed rules, the concerned authorities will have to respond within six days of a voluntary application, else a no dues certificate will automatically be granted to the vehicle and the owner may proceed for scrapping.
Ola Electric ramping up production to ensure timely deliveries
Ride-hailing major and electric vehicle maker Ola said it was ramping up production operations and ensuring deliveries as scheduled, amid allegations from a dealers’ body of receiving consumer complaints regarding non-adherence to committed timelines.
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