FADA Sales Report September 2024: Three-wheeler (3W) sales increased by 0.66% YoY

Key Highlights:

• Three-wheeler sales in September 2024 saw a slight increase of 0.99% compared to August 2024, with 1,06,524 units sold.
• E-Rickshaw (P) sales dropped by 0.68% from August 2024 and declined 5.71% year-on-year.
• E-Rickshaws with Cart (G) sales grew by 4.03% month-on-month and 50.39% year-on-year.
• Bajaj Auto hold the largest market share of 35.13% in September 2024.
• Mahindra & Mahindra showed growth, capturing 6.30% of the market in September 2024

In the latest FADA Retail Sales Report for September 2024, the three-wheeler sales report showed mixed results across different categories when compared to August 2024 and September 2023. 

In September 2024, the three-wheeler category saw sales of 1,06,524 units, showing a slight increase of 0.99% from August 2024 and a 0.66% growth compared to September 2023. Here's a breakdown for each category:

In September 2024, sales of E-Rickshaws (P) reached 44,043 units, slightly down from 44,346 units in August 2024, showing a MoM decrease of 0.68%. Compared to September 2023, where 46,712 units were sold, there was a YoY decline of 5.71%.

E-Rickshaws with Cart (G) saw an increase in sales, with 4,569 units sold in September 2024, up by 4.03% from 4,392 units in August 2024. This was a significant YoY growth of 50.39%, compared to 3,038 units sold in September 2023.

Three-Wheelers (Goods) category sold 9,108 units in September 2024, a 5.34% increase from 8,646 units in August 2024. However, YoY sales dropped by 5.04% compared to 9,591 units sold in September 2023.

Three-Wheelers (Passenger) sales reached 48,714 units in September 2024, a 1.48% rise from 48,005 units in August 2024. Compared to 46,404 units sold in September 2023, there was a YoY increase of 4.98%.

For Three-Wheelers (Personal), 90 units were sold in September 2024, showing a slight MoM increase of 1.12% from 89 units in August 2024. This was a YoY growth of 9.76%, up from 82 units sold in September 2023.

Three-Wheeler FADA Sales Report: OEM-wise Sales Analysis

In September 2024, the total three-wheeler market recorded sales of 1,06,524 units, reflecting a increase in sales from 1,05,827 units in September 2023. Below is a OEM-wise Sales breakdown:

In September 2024, Bajaj Auto Ltd hold the largest share of the three-wheeler market with 37,425 units sold, accounting for 35.13% of the market. However, this is slightly lower than the 35.93% market share in September 2023 when the comapny sold 38,025 units.

Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd sold 7,778 units in September 2024, making up 7.30% of the market, down from 7.82% in September 2023 with 8,280 units sold.

Mahindra & Mahindra Limited saw growth, selling 6,716 units and capturing 6.30% of the market in September 2024, up from 5.54% the previous year.

YC Electric Vehicle sold 3,826 units, making up 3.59% of the market, slightly lower than their 3.77% share in September 2023 with 3,992 units.

Saera Electric Auto Pvt Ltd's market share decreased to 2.36% in September 2024 with 2,514 units sold, down from 2.97% in September 2023 with 3,140 units.

Atul Auto Ltd maintained a stable market share of 2.05% in September 2024 with 2,182 units sold, similar to their 2.04% share in September 2023 with 2,162 units.

Dilli Electric Auto Pvt Ltd sold 2,097 units in September 2024, capturing 1.97% of the market, down from 2.21% in September 2023 when they sold 2,338 units.

TVS Motor Company Ltd showed growth, selling 2,009 units in September 2024, which accounted for 1.89% of the market, up from 1.34% market share in September 2023 with 1,422 units sold.

Energy Electric Vehicles captured 1.13% of the market with 1,203 units sold in September 2024, a slight increase from 1.09% in September 2023 when they sold 1,155 units.

Unique International saw a small decrease, selling 1,198 units and holding 1.12% of the market in September 2024, compared to 1.25% in September 2023 with 1,324 units.

Mini Metro EV LLP captured 1.10% of the market in September 2024 with 1,175 units sold, down from 1.32% in September 2023 with 1,395 units sold.

Hotage India sold 1,115 units in September 2024, holding 1.05% of the market, a decrease from 1.19% in September 2023 with 1,262 units sold.

The remaining brands, including EV manufacturers, accounted for 35.00% of the market in September 2024 with 37,286 units sold, up from 33.52% in September 2023 with 35,472 units sold.

Also Read: FADA Sales Report August 2024: Three-wheeler (3W) sales increased by 1.63% YoY

CMV360 Says

The latest FADA Retail Sales Report highlights the mixed performance of three-wheeler sales in  India. While overall sales have seen slight growth, specific categories like E-Rickshaws are facing challenges. Bajaj Auto remains a strong leader in the market, but Mahindra's rise is noteworthy and shows potential for competition. The market dynamics suggest that manufacturers must adapt to changing demands to sustain growth in the coming months.