Honda’s Activa 125 clinched the August sales crown with 285,527 units, a mix of 283,485 ICE models and 2,042 electric scooters. For a buyer, that means a well‑supported product line that has proven itself in everyday city use.
TVS Motor Co followed with 256,442 scooters, capturing 30% of the market. The mix includes 198,919 petrol models and 57,523 electric units, such as the iQube and Orbiter, showing the brand’s push toward zero‑emission.
Electric scooters alone hit 188,714 units in August, a 22% share of the segment and up 131% from last year. That jump signals a shift in consumer preference, especially as petrol prices climb and the E20 fuel debate intensifies.
The sector’s total August sales reached 855,715 units, a 31% year‑on‑year rise, pushing cumulative sales past the 6‑million mark for the first eight months of 2026. The trend suggests a robust demand that manufacturers are ready to meet.
With the festive season kicking off in September, dealerships will likely see a surge in new deliveries, especially in electric variants. Buyers should watch how Honda’s expanding QC1 and Activa‑e line‑ups stack against TVS’s iQube and Orbiter in terms of range, price and after‑sales support.