Bright start to FY27 for carmakers with estimated sales of 4.5 lakh units in April

Indian carmakers began the new fiscal year with robust passenger vehicle sales in April. Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, and Kia reported record performances. The industry benefited from GST 2.0, repo rate cuts, and income tax relief. Overall domestic sales saw a significant increase, indicating a positive start to the financial year for the automotive sector.