CNG Surges Ahead Of Diesel

For the first time in India’s automotive history, compressed natural gas (CNG) has surpassed diesel in the passenger vehicle segment, marking a significant milestone in the country’s transition to clean mobility. The rising popularity of CNG-powered vehicles—fueled by cost advantages and a rapidly expanding retail network— has propelled CNG passenger vehicle sales ahead of diesel for the first time, marking a pivotal shift in India’s clean mobility push.

In 2024, Indian automakers sold 773,000 CNG vehicles, representing a robust 41% year-over-year growth, while the overall passenger vehicle market posted modest singledigit gains. This surge enabled CNG to edge past ...