EV-only car searches jump 60% YoY as Tier-2 cities outpace metros 3x: CarDekho
CarDekho data (May 2025–May 2026) shows EV-only research up 60% while ICE-only searches fell 14%. Tier-2 hubs lead growth—Bhubaneswar 84%, Gurugram 75%, Jaipur 72%. SUVs dominate 82.5% of EV consideration; fuel-price sensitivity drove enquiries up 51% during price spikes.
CarDekho data shows EV-only car research rose 60% YoY, with Tier-2 cities growing 3x faster than metros. SUVs dominate consideration; running-cost and fuel-price sensitivity drive structural EV intent across Indian mobility retail.
Why this matters
CarDekho's first-party search data signals a structural shift in EV demand toward Tier-2 cities, which now outpace metros 3x, reshaping where automakers and dealers prioritize EV inventory and marketing.
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