Indian car dealerships are grappling with soaring vehicle inventory values and working capital stress as a festive season surge collides with persistent manufacturing backlogs.

India's passenger vehicle Vahan registrations reached 4,20,359 units in September 2026, marking a 31.8% year-on-year increase driven by strong automaker demand.

The Mahindra Thar Roxx has received targeted feature upgrades, including a new keyless entry system and a sliding front passenger armrest.

Suzuki Motor Corporation plans to reach four million units of annual production capacity in India by fiscal year 2030, driven by an SUV offensive and multi-pathway powertrains.

Tata Punch claimed the top spot in August 2026 car sales with impressive volume gains, while Maruti Suzuki secured six positions in the top 10.

India's automobile sector recorded a strong start to the quarter, with major manufacturers hitting record sales volumes driven by domestic and rural growth.