Volume decides everything — but not the way you think. Which brands are growing, which dealers are actually making money, and why the biggest brand in India isn't the most profitable franchise.
Data: SIAM wholesale dispatch · March 2026
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Who's selling the most right now?
Monthly wholesale dispatch from SIAM. Maruti dominates on absolute volume — but look at the growth rates. The gap is narrowing.
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The models people actually want
Top 10 models by March 2026 volume. The segment badge tells you what's driving demand.
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The SUV shift — where the market is going
Segment mix has fundamentally changed in 4 years. Hatchbacks are shrinking. SUVs dominate. EVs are emerging.
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EV transition tracker
Electric 4-wheelers sold in March 2026. Three brands control 83.5% of the market. The ground floor is closing.
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What's launching next
Confirmed launches for 2026. More launches = more showroom footfall = more potential customers walking through your dealership.
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Dealer density — where's the real opportunity?
Units sold per dealer per month. Bigger bubble = more dealers. The number inside = how many cars each dealer actually sells. Higher is better.
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Revenue flowing through each dealership
Units per dealer × average selling price. Volume alone is misleading — a Toyota dealer handles twice the revenue of a Maruti dealer with fewer cars.
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What each dealer actually earns
Vehicle margin (3–5%) + insurance commission + finance commission + accessories + extended warranty. This is gross before rent, staff, and working capital.
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What this means for you
Logical conclusions a franchise investor can draw from the data above. Every one of these is deduced, not assumed.
Data sources: SIAM (wholesale dispatch) ·
FADA (retail registration) ·
E-Vehicle Info (EV data) ·
Carlelo ·
AutoPunditz
Dealer network counts are approximate (showrooms, not service touchpoints). EV data from FADA/Vahan registrations.
If any data is incorrect, please write to dataczar@franticc.com