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Ashok Leyland reports 27% growth in December sales on strong domestic demand

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Last Updated : 3rd Jan, 2026
Synopsis

Commercial vehicle manufacturer Ashok Leyland reported a strong performance in December, registering a 27 per cent year-on-year increase in total sales to 21,533 units. The growth was primarily driven by robust domestic demand, with local sales rising 26 per cent during the month. Medium and heavy commercial vehicles led the expansion, reflecting improved activity in infrastructure, logistics and construction-related segments. Light commercial vehicles also posted healthy growth, indicating sustained demand from last-mile connectivity and small business operators. The December performance highlights a continued recovery in the commercial vehicle market, supported by economic activity, infrastructure spending and replacement demand across key transport segments.

Ashok Leyland reported total sales of 21,533 units in December, marking a 27 per cent increase compared to 16,957 units sold in the same month last year. The company said domestic sales rose 26 per cent to 19,855 units from 15,713 units in December 2024, reflecting strong demand across vehicle categories.


Sales of medium and heavy commercial vehicles in the domestic market stood at 13,553 units during the month, up from 10,488 units a year earlier, registering a growth of 29 per cent. The segment continues to benefit from higher freight movement, infrastructure development and replacement demand.

Light commercial vehicle sales in the domestic market also recorded an increase, rising to 6,302 units in December from 5,225 units in the year-ago period. The growth indicates steady demand from e-commerce, last-mile delivery and small and medium enterprises.

The company's December performance underscores improving momentum in the commercial vehicle industry, supported by economic activity, infrastructure investments and gradual recovery in consumption-driven sectors.

Source - PTI

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