# July auto sales hit record with 34% jump in passenger vehicles

2026-08-13T15:13:48+00:00 | Business & Economy | Indian Opinion Desk

Corroboration: 2 independent outlets

India’s automobile industry posted its strongest-ever July sales, with passenger vehicle dispatches rising 34.3% year-on-year to 4,57,810 units, SIAM data showed. Two-wheeler sales grew 22.6% to 19.23 lakh units, while three-wheelers rose 33.4% to 92,560 units. SIAM Director General Rajesh Menon cited sustained positive momentum as the industry enters the festive season with strong consumer sentiment. The data excludes Tata Motors' detailed break-up and sales from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar Land Rover, and Volvo Auto. Exports rose 27.7% for two-wheelers, but PV exports lagged domestic growth.

## Coverage

- thehindubusinessline.com <https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/companies/july-saw-strongest-ever-monthly-auto-sales-siam/article71340869.ece>
- rediff.com <https://www.rediff.com/business/report/indias-auto-industry-sees-343-passenger-vehicle-dispatch-growth-in-july/20260813.htm>
- rediff.com <https://www.rediff.com/business/report/auto-motown-turns-boom-town-in-july-pv-sales-see-343-growth/20260814.htm>

Tags: auto industry, festive season, passenger vehicles, sales growth, SIAM, two-wheelers
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