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Updated On: 06-Apr-2026 12:28 PM
India’s electric three-wheeler market in March 2026 shows mixed trends, with e-rickshaw slowdown and strong e-cart growth, driven by rising EV adoption and last-mile demand.
March 2026 shows mixed performance across electric 3W segments.
E-rickshaw sales declined MoM despite steady long-term demand.
YC Electric remained the top player in e-rickshaws.
E-cart segment recorded growth, driven by e-commerce demand.
Overall EV adoption continues to rise across India.
India’s electric three-wheeler market in March 2026 showed mixed trends, as per the Vahan Dashboard. The e-rickshaw segment saw a month-on-month slowdown despite strong long-term demand, with leaders like YC Electric and Zeniak Innovation holding positions. Meanwhile, the e-cart segment grew steadily, driven by rising e-commerce and last-mile delivery demand, highlighting continued EV adoption across India.
India’s electric three-wheeler (e-rickshaw) segment continues to be a key pillar of the country’s last-mile mobility ecosystem, especially in tier-2, tier-3 cities and rural markets. However, March 2026 reflects a mixed performance, with strong yearly growth for some players but overall pressure on a month-on-month basis.
OEM / Brand | Mar 2026 | Feb 2026 | Mar 2025 | YoY Growth | MoM Growth |
YC Electric | 1,239 | 1,368 | 3,002 | -58.7% | -9.4% |
Zeniak Innovation | 1,027 | 1,400 | 718 | 43.0% | -26.6% |
Dilli Electric | 890 | 940 | 1,273 | -30.1% | -5.3% |
Aahana Commerce | 722 | 911 | 366 | 97.3% | -20.7% |
Hooghly Motors | 679 | 1,261 | 313 | 116.9% | -46.2% |
Saera Electric Auto | 634 | 822 | 1,965 | -67.7% | -22.9% |
Terra Motors | 600 | 628 | 724 | -17.1% | -4.5% |
Mini Metro | 594 | 676 | 905 | -34.4% | -12.1% |
Energy Electric | 548 | 572 | 875 | -37.4% | -4.2% |
Move Stone Services | 501 | 565 | 310 | 61.6% | -11.3% |
YC Electric led March 2026 with 1,239 units, but saw a sharp 58.7% YoY decline from last year’s high base. Sales also dipped 9.4% MoM, reflecting short-term pressure despite maintaining its top position.
Zeniak Innovation sold 1,027 units, recording a strong 43% YoY growth. However, volumes fell 26.6% MoM, indicating demand softening after February’s peak. The brand continues to expand its market presence.
Dilli Electric registered 890 units in March. Sales declined 30.1% YoY and 5.3% MoM, showing moderate pressure. Compared to peers, the smaller monthly drop suggests relatively stable demand conditions.
Aahana Commerce posted 722 units, achieving an impressive 97.3% YoY growth. Despite this, sales dropped 20.7% MoM, highlighting a temporary slowdown after strong growth momentum.
Hooghly Motors recorded 679 units in March, with a strong 116.9% YoY increase. However, it faced a steep 46.2% MoM decline, indicating significant cooling after February performance.
Saera Electric sold 634 units, witnessing a sharp 67.7% YoY decline. Sales also dropped 22.9% MoM, reflecting continued demand weakness across both yearly and monthly comparisons.
Terra Motors registered 600 units in March. Sales fell 17.1% YoY and 4.5% MoM, showing a relatively mild decline compared to peers, indicating stable but slow market performance.
Mini Metro reported 594 units, with a 34.4% YoY decline. Sales decreased 12.1% MoM, suggesting consistent pressure in demand, though not as severe as some competitors.
Energy Electric clocked 548 units in March. The brand saw a 37.4% YoY drop and a minor 4.2% MoM decline, indicating relatively stable short-term performance despite weaker annual comparison.
Move Stone Services sold 501 units, showing a strong 61.6% YoY growth. However, sales declined 11.3% MoM, reflecting a broader market trend of short-term slowdown after February.
March 2026 showed a mixed e-rickshaw market, with strong YoY growth for emerging players but declines for established OEMs. Most brands saw MoM sales drops, indicating short-term slowdown. Despite this, long-term demand remains strong, driven by affordable last-mile mobility and increasing EV adoption across India.
The March 2026 e-cart market showed a positive momentum, with several OEMs recording growth compared to February. Demand for electric cargo three-wheelers remained strong, driven by rising e-commerce activity and last-mile delivery needs across urban and semi-urban regions.
OEM / Brand | Mar 2026 | Feb 2026 | Mar 2025 | YoY Growth | MoM Growth |
J.S. Auto | 505 | 493 | 380 | 32.9% | 2.4% |
Vijays Energy | 297 | 191 | 242 | 22.7% | 55.5% |
Dilli Electric | 283 | 293 | 355 | -20.3% | -3.4% |
Saera Electric | 279 | 247 | 257 | 8.6% | 13.0% |
Energy Electric | 258 | 246 | 216 | 19.4% | 4.9% |
Atul Auto | 238 | 124 | 246 | -3.3% | 91.9% |
Aahana Commerce | 177 | 159 | 35 | — | 11.3% |
Cart India | 148 | 7 | 27 | — | — |
Sahjanand E Vehicles | 141 | 144 | 158 | -10.8% | -2.1% |
Richford Allianz | 131 | 119 | 9 | — | 10.1% |
J.S. Auto led the e-cart segment in March 2026 with 505 units sold. The company maintained strong momentum, supported by consistent demand and leadership position, slightly improving over February’s performance.
Vijays Energy recorded 297 units in March 2026. The brand showed strong growth momentum, significantly improving from February levels, indicating rising demand and strengthening presence in the e-cart segment.
Dilli Electric registered 283 units in March 2026. Sales saw a slight decline compared to February, reflecting moderate demand pressure, though the brand continues to remain among the top performers.
Saera Electric posted 279 units in March. The company showed steady improvement over February, indicating stable and gradually improving demand in the e-cart market.
Energy Electric recorded 258 units in March 2026. The brand maintained a consistent growth trend, with a noticeable increase from February, highlighting improving market traction.
Atul Auto sold 238 units in March 2026. The brand witnessed a strong recovery compared to February, indicating a rebound in demand after previous declines.
Aahana Commerce registered 177 units in March. The company continued its upward trend, improving over February sales and reflecting growing acceptance in the e-cart segment.
Cart India recorded 148 units in March 2026. The brand showed a sharp increase compared to February, indicating rapid growth and expanding market presence.
Sahjanand E Vehicles posted 141 units in March. Sales remained relatively stable with a slight dip from February, suggesting steady but cautious demand conditions.
Richford Allianz registered 131 units in March 2026. The company showed improvement over February, indicating gradual growth and increasing traction in the market.
Overall, the market was led by J.S. Auto and Vijays Energy, while most players reported month-on-month growth. The segment remains highly competitive and expanding, supported by increasing adoption of electric cargo vehicles. Despite minor fluctuations, the long-term outlook remains strong and growth-driven.
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March 2026 highlights a transitional phase for India’s electric three-wheeler market. While the e-rickshaw segment faced short-term pressure, the steady rise in the e-cart segment signals growing demand for electric cargo mobility. Despite monthly fluctuations, the overall outlook remains positive, supported by increasing EV adoption, expanding last-mile connectivity, and strong growth potential across both passenger and commercial segments in the coming months.