Electric & GreenSmart
In India, EV growth and fuel sales still move together
Battery-electric vehicles are gaining ground, yet petrol and diesel demand remains strong in a market that is still transitioning.
9 October 2026 1 min read 5 views
India’s electric-vehicle adoption is picking up speed, but not enough to seriously dent demand for traditional fuels. Transport markets are still supporting healthy sales of petrol and diesel, showing that the shift is moving only gradually.
The picture matters for Europe too: zero-emission mobility does not instantly replace the old system, especially in fast-growing countries. In India, EVs are advancing, but they are still set to coexist with combustion engines for some time.