New Delhi, Jan. 6 -- India's automobile retail industry ended 2025 on a firm footing, recording healthy growth across most segments despite a subdued start to the year.

According to data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), total vehicle retail sales in 2025 stood at 28.16 million units, marking a 7.71 per cent year-on-year increase.

The performance reflected a clear turnaround in the latter half of the year, supported by policy measures, improving affordability and strengthening consumer sentiment.

FADA described 2025 as a "two-half year."

While the January-August period remained muted due to cautious consumer spending and selective financing approvals, the scenario changed sharply from September onwa...