New Delhi, May 5 -- India's automobile retail sector recorded its best-ever April performance, with total vehicle sales rising 12.94 per cent year-on-year to 26,11,317 units, according to data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations.

The data highlighted a robust start to FY 2026-27, with five out of six vehicle categories, along with the overall industry, registering all-time high April sales.

Among segments, two-wheelers led the market with sales of 19,16,258 units, growing 13.01 per cent YoY, while passenger vehicles recorded 4,07,355 units, up 12.21 per cent YoY. The commercial vehicle segment posted a growth of 15.02 per cent, with sales reaching 99,339 units.

The three-wheeler category reported sales of 1,06...