Archive · 24 Sep 2025
Car Dealers Face Cess Impact Amidst Sales Surge
Car dealers experienced a rise in sales during Navratri 2025.
However, they're facing financial losses because of GST changes.
The government reduced GST on some cars and eliminated a cess.
Dealers had already paid this cess, leading to losses.
Maruti Suzuki had its best sales day in 35 years.
Car companies are discussing how to handle these losses.
Car dealers saw increased sales due to Navratri and GST reforms.
Dealers are facing a potential loss of Rs 2500 crore due to the elimination of the cess.
Dealers have contacted OEMs to find solutions for the financial burden.
The central government reduced GST on small cars, with bigger cars now attracting 40 percent tax.
Maruti Suzuki recorded its highest single-day sales in 35 years.
- Who
- Car Dealers, OEMs, Government
- What
- Impact of GST changes on car sales and dealer finances
- When
- September 22, Navratri 2025
- Where
- India
- Why
- Festive season and GST 2.0 implementation
Dealer Perspective
OEM Perspective
Financial Impact
Dealer Perspective
Dealers face significant financial losses due to the cess issue.
OEM Perspective
OEMs are seeking clarity before making a decision.
- Event
- Navratri 2025, GST 2.0 Implementation
- Date
- September 22
- Sales Increase
- Bumper increase
- Dealer Cess Loss
- Approximately Rs 2500 crore
- Maruti Suzuki
- 80,000 inquiries, 25,000 car deliveries (single-day record)
- GST Changes
- GST reduced on small cars, cess eliminated
