Petrol piles up at Indian dealerships as buyers shift to CNG, EVs; diesel rebounds on E20

Passenger vehicle dealerships face rising ageing petrol inventories as buyers shift to CNG and electric vehicles, while diesel demand rebounds amid E20 fuel concerns. FADA reports over 25% of dealer stock is 60-70 days old, versus a typical 30-33 day cycle. July wholesale dispatches hit 4.69 lakh units against 4.16 lakh retail sales, leaving a 52,000-vehicle gap. Alternate fuels now hold 40.59% share versus petrol's 41.68%, with diesel at 17.73%. Dealers urge manufacturers to align dispatches with retail as E20 concerns and discounts reshape demand.