Development · 12 Sep 2026
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In August 2026, CNG, hybrids, and electric vehicles together accounted for 41.95 percent of passenger vehicle retail, surpassing petrol's 40.85 percent share.
The share of petrol passenger vehicle sales slipped below that of clean fuel vehicles, including EVs, hybrids and CNG, for the first time in August.
In August 2026, alternative fuels like CNG, hybrid, and electric vehicles accounted for 41.95% of the Indian passenger vehicle market, surpassing petrol/ethanol's 40.85% share for the first time.
In August 2026, cleaner-fuel vehicles, including CNG, hybrid, and electric vehicles, accounted for 42% of passenger vehicle sales in India, surpassing petrol-powered vehicles for the first time.
In August 2026, CNG, hybrids, and electric vehicles collectively accounted for 42% of passenger vehicle retails, surpassing petrol for the first time.
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