The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is in full swing in India, and automakers are racing to introduce affordable and eco-friendly electric cars to meet the surging demand. With electric cars becoming more accessible, it’s time to consider trading in your traditional petrol car for a greener, more sustainable alternative. To help you make an informed choice, here are the top 5 companies leading the EV charge in India, based on their August sales figures.
1. Tata Motors
- August Sales: 4,613 units
- Tata Motors is at the forefront of the electric vehicle segment in India, recently launching the Tata.ev at an affordable price. Their impressive sales of 4,613 electric cars in August make them the undisputed leader in this segment.
2. MG Motors
- August Sales: 1,150 units
- MG Motors secures the second position on the list of top-selling electric car companies. With 1,150 units sold in August, the company offers two electric cars in the Indian market, the ZS EV and MG Comet, with the former being the more budget-friendly option.
3. Mahindra & Mahindra
- August Sales: 376 units
- Mahindra & Mahindra takes the third spot, selling 376 units of electric cars last month. Currently, the company offers one electric car in the Indian market, the Mahindra XUV400.
4. Hyundai Motors
- August Sales: 182 units
- Hyundai Motors, with its Kona Electric and Ioniq 5 electric SUVs, secures the fourth position. Their August sales totaled 182 units, further demonstrating the growing popularity of electric vehicles in India.
5. Citroen
- August Sales: 111 units
- Citroen takes the fifth position on our list, selling 111 units of its electric car, the Citroen EC3, in August. While they may be last on the list, their presence underscores the expanding EV market in India.
The significant sales figures achieved by these companies reflect the increasing adoption of electric vehicles by Indian consumers. As the EV ecosystem continues to evolve, these options provide not only environmental benefits but also cost savings in the long run.
So, if you’ve been contemplating trading in your petrol car for an electric one, the time has never been more promising.
