India's Electric Vehicle Sales Surge: What’s Driving the Growth?

In June 2025, India's electric vehicle sales soared by 28.60%, reaching 180,238 units, driven by a remarkable increase in electric passenger and three-wheeler vehicles. The Federation of Automobile Dealers’ Association reported significant growth across all segments, highlighting the rising consumer confidence in EV technology. With electric two-wheelers capturing 7.3% of the market and electric three-wheelers accounting for over 60% of their segment, the momentum in electric mobility is undeniable. This growth is supported by government initiatives aimed at enhancing accessibility and affordability, paving the way for a sustainable future in transportation.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 8, 2025, 16:12 IST

Significant Growth in Electric Vehicle Sales

Mumbai: In June, electric vehicle (EV) sales in India experienced a remarkable increase of 28.60%, reaching 180,238 units compared to the same month last year, according to a statement from the Federation of Automobile Dealers’ Association (FADA).

The sales of electric passenger vehicles saw a significant rise, with 13,178 units sold in June, marking a 79.95% increase from 7,323 units in June 2024.

The share of electric passenger vehicles in the overall EV market climbed to 4.4% in June 2025, up from 2.5% a year earlier.

Electric three-wheeler sales also grew, with 60,559 units sold, reflecting a 15.79% increase from 52,302 units in the same month last year.

The e-three-wheeler segment now represents 60.2% of total EV demand, compared to 55.4% in June 2024.

Retail sales of electric two-wheelers surged by 31.69%, totaling 105,355 units, compared to 80,003 units sold in June 2024.

Electric commercial vehicle sales reached 1,146 units, a substantial growth of 122.5% from 515 units in June 2024.

FADA President C S Vigneshwar noted that electric mobility is gaining unprecedented traction across all segments, driven by the PM e-Drive Scheme aimed at enhancing the accessibility and affordability of electric vehicles.

"In June 2025, electric two-wheelers captured 7.3% of the market, up from 5.8% a year ago, indicating increasing consumer confidence in EV technology. Electric three-wheelers now account for over 60% of all three-wheeler sales, solidifying their importance in last-mile connectivity, while the penetration of electric passenger vehicles rose to 4.4% and electric commercial vehicles doubled to 1.56% year-on-year," he stated.

He emphasized that the expansion of charging infrastructure and promotion of domestic innovation are pivotal in driving record EV sales across the country, paving the way for a cleaner, smarter, and self-reliant future in mobility for India.