Hero MotoCorp Dispatches 570,068 Units in May 2026, Up 12% Year-on-Year
Hero MotoCorp reported a 12.3% increase in total dispatches to 570,068 units in May 2026, with its electric mobility unit VIDA achieving 166% retail growth.
- 570,068 units
- 166% YoY
- 78% YoY
What Happened
Hero MotoCorp, the world's largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, reported a strong performance in May 2026 with dispatches of 570,068 units, up from 507,701 units in the same month last year. Domestic retail momentum remained robust with 496,957 VAHAN registrations.
570,068units
up 12.3% from 507,701 in May 2025
VIDA, Hero's emerging mobility business, continued its strong performance with 19,052 VAHAN registrations, delivering 166% retail growth in May 2026 compared to the same period last year. The company expanded its EV market reach with the commencement of DIRT.E K3 retail operations in select markets.
Hero's global business recorded robust growth with dispatches of 33,284 units, reflecting approximately 78% year-on-year growth, driven by strong demand across international markets and an expanding premium product portfolio.
Why this matters
The growth reflects strong demand across Hero's domestic and international markets, highlighting the company's leadership in two-wheelers and its expanding electric vehicle portfolio.
Terms in This Story
- VAHAN
- India's national vehicle registration database managed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
- YTD
- Year-to-date, the period from the start of the current fiscal year to the date of the report.
- Dispatches
- Number of units sent from manufacturer to dealers, often used as a proxy for sales.
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