India’s vehicle retail sales hit a record in September 2026. According to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), 25,36,920 vehicles were sold during the month, up 31.82% year-on-year and 4.69% over August. It was the best September ever, and it capped the industry’s best-ever first half of a financial year, with April–September sales rising […]
Buying, selling or transferring a vehicle can involve more than paperwork. Pending traffic violations can often add another layer of complexity, leaving customers unsure of what needs to be cleared and dealers spending additional time helping them navigate the process. Addressing this everyday challenge, Rosmerta Digital Services Limited (RDSL) and the Federation of Automobile Dealers […]
Mr. Dinesh Kumar Agarwal has been elected as the State Chairperson of the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) – Tamil Nadu & Puducherry for the 2026-28 term. His appointment comes at an important time for the region’s rapidly evolving automobile retail sector. Tamil Nadu is one of India’s key automotive markets, accounting for 7.53% […]
On the first anniversary of GST 2.0, FADA President Mr. Sai Giridhar said the reform has fundamentally reshaped India’s auto retail landscape, with the numbers reflecting its impact. In the eleven months since GST 2.0 took effect, from October 2025 to August 2026, Indian auto retail registered over 3 crore vehicles, growing nearly 20% year-on-year, […]
Spinny, India’s leading full-stack used-car platform, partnered with the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) at the 8th Auto Retail Conclave 2026 in New Delhi, bringing together policymakers, automotive leaders, dealers and ecosystem partners to discuss the evolving auto retail and mobility landscape. Held under the theme “Bharat in the Driver’s Seat – Inclusive Mobility, […]
According to Mr. C. S. Vigneshwar, President, FADA, the dealer’s role evolves — from a point of sale into the customer’s trusted transition partner and long-term mobility advisor. The FY’26 closed as a landmark year for Indian auto retail — the industry retailed close to 2.97 crore vehicles, up over 13% and within touching distance of […]
The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), the apex national body of automobile retail in India, has announced the appointment of Mr. Sai Giridhar as FADA’s 38th President and for the years 2026-28. The decision was made at the 323rd Governing Council Meeting, which was held immediately after the 62nd Annual General Meeting. Mr. Giridhar is the Managing Director of […]
Unveils FADA Digest 2026, Kaleidoscope, FADA Employee ID Programme and DSS’26 findings at the event The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) hosted the 8th Auto Retail Conclave 2026, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, automobile manufacturers, dealers and ecosystem partners to deliberate on the future of India’s automotive retail sector under the theme “BHARAT: Inclusive Mobility, […]
The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), the apex body representing India’s automobile retail industry, successfully concluded the fifth edition of its Finance and Insurance (F&I) Summit 2026 at Aurika, Mumbai Skycity. The summit brought together leaders from India’s banking, finance, insurance and automobile retail sectors to discuss the evolving landscape of vehicle ownership and […]
India’s automotive retail market recorded its best-ever June performance in history, with total registrations reaching 25,57,234 units — a 21.83% year-on-year increase and a 1.03% rise over May 2026. According to the data released by FADA – The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations, the month marked record June figures across two-wheelers, three-wheelers, commercial vehicles, passenger […]
Despite an above-normal heatwave, rising fuel prices, and tensions in West Asia, India’s automobile retail market delivered its best-ever May performance across multiple segments — a testament to the resilience of underlying demand. May is rarely the auto industry’s favourite month. The heat drives people away from showrooms, the wedding season winds down, and the […]
Electric vehicle retail momentum in India remained strong in February 2026, with year-on-year growth recorded across all major segments. According to data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), electric two-wheelers, passenger vehicles, three-wheelers and commercial vehicles all registered healthy growth, although overall EV penetration remained largely stable due to the faster expansion […]
By T. Murrali India’s automobile dealerships are standing at a crossroads. Whether it’s passenger cars, two-wheelers, or commercial vehicles, dealers today face a fast-evolving landscape shaped by digital disruption, changing customer expectations, new technologies, and shrinking profit margins. Each segment has its own battles — from electrification and online buying trends to rising costs and […]
By T. Murrali The Tamil Nadu government has expressed strong support for creating a dedicated auto dealership cluster or “Auto Row” on the outskirts of Chennai, aimed at reducing high retail real-estate costs within the city. The idea is to bring dealerships together in a shared ecosystem where resources, workshops, and even knowledge can be […]
By T. Murrali The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) has secured a significant legal victory on 24 October, compelling the Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry State governments to implement amendments to the Motor Vehicles Act and the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR). These changes aim to simplify vehicle registration and purchasing processes, benefiting both dealers […]