Electric 3-Wheelers Crush CNG Rivals in 2025! EV Sales Skyrocket to All-Time High in India

India's electric three-wheeler (e-3W) revolution is charging ahead at full speed! In July 2025, electric 3-wheelers posted their best-ever monthly retail sales of 69,145 units, cementing a commanding 62% market share, up from 58% last year.

In stark contrast, CNG 3-wheelers slumped by 13% year-on-year to just 27,011 units, losing 4% market share, now sitting at just 24%.

Fuel-Wise 3-Wheeler Sales: July 2025 Snapshot

Why Are Electric 3-Wheelers Winning?

1. Lower Running Costs: Compared to CNG or petrol, EVs offer superior total cost of ownership.
2. Government Push: FAME II and state-level subsidies continue to incentivize fleet owners and first-time buyers.
3. Urban Last-Mile Boom: EVs are becoming the vehicle of choice for gig workers, ride-hailing services, and small businesses.
4. CNG Price Surge: High CNG prices have made electric models far more attractive, especially for commercial use.

India's EV 3-Wheeler Sales on Track to Cross 700,000 Units in 2025

With 430,846 e-3Ws sold between Jan–July 2025 and a consistent 14% YoY growth, India is on course to surpass the CY2024 record of 691,301 units. If momentum continues, the market could cross 700,000 units for the first time ever!

• Monthly average sales (2025): 61,549 units
• Monthly average sales (2024): 53,948 units
• Required to break record: 260,455 units in 5 months

With the festive season, rural economic revival, and urban last-mile demand, this milestone is within reach.

Market Outlook: What to Expect Ahead

• More Product Launches: Expect smart, connected EVs with better payload and range.
• Fleet Electrification: Logistics and gig economy players will increase EV adoption.
• Rural Penetration: Demand is growing beyond metros into tier 2 and 3 cities.
• ICE Decline Continues: Petrol and diesel 3Ws are expected to become nearly obsolete in this segment by 2026.

Conclusion: EVs Are Not the Future—They Are the Present

India’s transition to electric mobility is no longer a prediction—it’s a reality playing out on the streets, especially in the 3-wheeler category. The dominance of EVs in July 2025 underscores the seismic shift in consumer sentiment, economics, and environmental consciousness.