Indian auto sales rose 5.2% in September, driven by tax cuts and festive demand overall.

• Two-wheeler sales jumped 6.5%, while passenger vehicles increased 5.8% year‑on‑year across the market in September.
• Navratri period saw a 34% sales surge, as new customers upgraded vehicles with lower tax benefits.
• Dealers expect a strong monsoon, harvest, and stable rates to boost purchasing power and peak Diwali sales.