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Tata Motors commercial vehicle sales up 17% at 47,976 units in March

Tata Motors Ltd on Wednesday reported a 17 per cent growth in total commercial vehicle sales at 47,976 units in March as compared to 41,122 units in the same month last year. Total Commercial Vehicle (CV) sales in the domestic market stood at 45,825 units last month as against 38,884 units in March 2025, up 18 per cent, Tata Motors Ltd said in a regulatory filing. However, international business CV sales were lower by 4 per cent at 2,151 units as compared to 2,238 per cent in the year-ago month. For FY26, total sales were up 14 per cent at 4,28,329 units as compared to 3,76,903 units in FY25, the company said. "FY26 saw a subdued first half for the commercial vehicle industry, followed by a decisive recovery in H2 as demand conditions improved with the rollout of GST 2.0 and gained momentum through Q3 and Q4," Tata Motors Ltd MD & CEO Girish Wagh said. In March, the monthly double-digit YoY sales growth saw some moderation amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia and its impact on .

Higher crude oil prices, uncertainty weigh on commercial vehicle sales

Surging crude prices and geopolitical tensions weigh on commercial vehicle demand outlook, even as strong freight activity supports near-term growth in volumes

Tata Motors, Ashok Leyland slip up to 9%; what's making Street nervous?

The ongoing West Asia conflict also poses near-term risks to the CV demand cycle led by potential domestic disruptions, fear analysts.

India's truck fleet shows its age: Nearly 42% of vehicles past 12 years

Ageing truck fleets in India are set to drive a multi-year replacement cycle, offering growth opportunities for OEMs despite recent industry slowdown

Tata Motors secures orders for over 5,000 buses from state transport bodies

Tata Motors has secured cumulative orders for over 5,000 buses and chassis from multiple state transport undertakings through government e-bidding, reinforcing its presence in public transport

Tata Motors Q3FY26 results: Net profit falls 48% to ₹705 cr, revenue up 16%

Tata Motors posted a 48 per cent Y-o-Y fall in profit for Q3FY26 due to exceptional items related to demerger and Labour Code expenses, even as revenue rose more than 16 per cent

ICICI Direct backs Tata Motors CV on strong margins, market leadership

TMCV remains the market leader in MHCVs, with retail market shares of ~49 per cent in heavy CVs, ~37 per cent in passenger buses, and ~30 per cent in light goods vehicles (FY25).

InCred Equities starts coverage on Tata Motors with 'Add' as CV cycle turns

According to InCred Equities, the CV downcycle that played out over six quarters between April 2024 and July 2025 appears to be bottoming out.

Replacement demand, GST reset likely to boost sales in MHCV segment

India's MHCV segment shows early signs of an upcycle as replacement demand revives, freight economics stabilise and GST-driven distortions fade, giving brokerages cautious optimism

GST reset brings balance back to India's commercial vehicle market: Antique

Following Covid-related disruptions, large fleet operators overwhelmingly opted for the 12 per cent FCM route, claiming ITC benefits on truck purchases.

Ashok Leyland rallies 16% in 1 month; market cap nears ₹1 trillion

Brokerages remain positive on the long-term prospects of Ashok Leyland, factoring in a gradual recovery in the MHCV industry momentum and segmental diversification.

Auto rally doesn't downshift as Q3 outlook stays steady on firm demand

Strong order books keep automakers driving past slowdown fears

Tata Motors up 2%, trades higher for fourth straight day on heavy volumes

Looking ahead to FY26, Tata Motors anticipates sustained growth in the domestic market due to its strong fundamentals, despite global headwinds

Diversified portfolio, higher margins to drive gains for Ashok Leyland

A smarter load mix and tightened cost base give it a cleaner, more controlled run than its biggest rival

Nuvama turns cautious on Tata Motors CV biz despite inline Q2 profitability

In Q2, Tata Motors' standalone revenue rose 9% Y-o-Y to ₹16,860 crore, coming in 3% below Nuvama's forecast due to an unfavourable mix that weighed on average selling prices.

Tata Motors' CV arm lists on BSE, seeks clean mobility, tech-led growth

Tata Motors' commercial vehicle arm debuted on the BSE, marking a milestone in the automaker's demerger

M&M, Ashok Leyland hit record highs; zoom up to 58% from April lows

The management of Ashok Leyland expects demand to improve post-monsoon, led by strong traction in heavy-duty trucks for mining, construction, and logistics.

Festival cheer, tax cuts fuelled strong commercial vehicle recovery in Oct

India's commercial vehicle market logged its best post-pandemic retail growth in over two years as GST cuts, freight recovery, and festive buying lifted demand across segments

DTC to expand its EV charging infrastructure for heavy commercial vehicles

The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) is preparing to expand its electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure by establishing charging facilities for heavy commercial vehicles at nine depots across the city, officials said on Saturday. This initiative aligns with the Delhi government's plan to fully convert the public transport fleet to electric vehicles within the next year and a half. The DTC has begun setting up the charging infrastructure at the following depots: Rohini Sector 37, Keshopur, Nangloi, Kalkaji, Sukhdev Vihar, Nand Nagri, Ghazipur, and Hasanpur, according to a transport department officer. The estimated cost for the charging infrastructure at these depots is over Rs 31 crores. It will include 1600 KVA compact substations and 240 KW chargers, which will be capable of charging hundreds of buses and other heavy commercial vehicles, he said. "Tenders have been floated, inviting contractors approved by government agencies for the work. The civil and electrical works wi

Commercial vehicles below BS-IV to be barred from entering Delhi from Sat

Starting Saturday, commercial goods vehicles that do not meet BS-IV standards will be prohibited from entering Delhi. To enforce this regulation, multiple teams from the Transport Department and Traffic Police will be deployed, officials said. The transport department, in collaboration with the traffic police, has formed 23 teams for enforcement purposes. "We have chalked out a plan to monitor these vehicles. There are 23 points from where 90 per cent of the vehicles enter Delhi. There are 23 teams that have been formed. These include traffic police personnel and the transport department's enforcement officers. They will be deployed at designated locations and will turn back vehicles not meeting norms," said a senior official. The 23 locations include Kundli border, Rajokri border, Tikri border, Aya Nagar border, Kalindi Kunj border, Auchandi, Mandoli, Kapashera, Bajghera Toll/ Dwarka Expressway, etc. These teams will be monitored by an inspector-level officer. According to the ...