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According to analysts and automakers the impact is unlikely to translate into a sharp shift in adoption, with the transition expected to remain gradual“>
Rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia have begun to influence consumer sentiment in India’s automotive market, with industry players reporting a pickup in enquiries for electric vehicles (EVs), The Hindu businessline reports.It, however, added that according to analysts and automakers the impact is unlikely to translate into a sharp shift in adoption, with the transition expected to remain gradual.
Poonam Upadhyay, Director at CRISIL Ratings, told the publication that the current environment is unlikely to significantly alter the fuel mix in the near term. She noted that EV penetration in the two-wheeler segment has increased to 6.6 per cent year-to-date, up from about 5.5 per cent in FY25, while in passenger vehicles, the share has risen to around 3.5 per cent from 2.9 per cent over the same period.
Despite the gradual rise in EV adoption, CNG continues to remain a strong alternative in the passenger vehicle segment, with penetration reaching 18 per cent year-to-date, supported by lower running costs. However, analysts caution that any pressure on gas availability or pricing could influence future demand dynamics.
Dynamics of consumer behaviour
Automakers are already witnessing early signs of changing consumer behaviour. Tata Motors said it has seen a broader increase in EV-related enquiries across its dealer network, driven by factors such as total cost of ownership, ease of home charging and rising awareness around energy security and sustainability. However, the company noted that this has not yet translated into a meaningful increase in bookings.
Industry sources also pointed to seasonal factors and policy timelines influencing demand. Festivals such as Ugadi and Gudi Padwa have supported near-term momentum, while the approaching end of subsidies under the PM-Drive scheme is prompting some customers to advance purchases.
Overall, while the West Asia crisis has heightened consumer interest in electric mobility, analysts maintain that India’s transition towards cleaner fuels will remain measured, supported by policy, infrastructure development and evolving cost economics rather than short-term geopolitical triggers.
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