Hero MotoCorp records robust December sales and double-digit growth in Q3FY26

DBT Bureau

Pune, 2 Jan 2026

Hero MotoCorp recorded strong dispatch growth of 40% in December 2025 with 456,479 units, compared to 324,906 units during the same period last year and recorded 291,732 VAHAN registrations this month. This reflects robust demand driven by continued festive momentum, new launches and strong performance in both ICE and EV scooter portfolio. This month also saw strong continued traction in Global business, contributing to overall growth across key markets.

Strong Q3 2026 Performance

Building on its highest-ever festive season, Hero MotoCorp reported robust performance for Q3FY’26, recording year-on-year growth in both motorcycles and scooters. The strong performance during the quarter was led by new model launches across portfolios. The ICE scooter segment witnessed a notable growth of 45% during the quarter, led by new models including Destini 110, Destini 125, Xoom 125 and Xoom 160.

Global Business Success

Hero MotoCorp’s Global Business continued its upward growth trajectory with dispatch growth of 21% in December 2025 with 37,236 units, compared to 30,754 units during the same period last year. During Q3FY’26, the Company sustained positive traction across its key markets with 41% growth in exports, supported by new market entries and portfolio expansion.

VIDA Accelerates Its Growth Trajectory, Gains Market Share

VIDA, Hero MotoCorp’s Emerging Mobility business, reported robust performance with 10,701 VAHAN registrations during December 2025. VIDA continued sustained growth through the year with market share at 11%. The strong performance was driven by the success of VX2 EVOOTER, sustained festive momentum and positive consumer sentiment across markets.

VIDA partnered with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as Title Partner in a three-season association to promote cricket, inspire youth and support India’s sporting culture while engaging a new generation of future-ready Indians. Following the official unveil at EICMA 2025, VIDA commercially launched the DIRT.E K3 – a size-adaptive electric motorcycle for young riders aged 4–10 years in India, with retail sales commencing from January 15, 2025.

Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson Expand India Line-Up

Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson expanded their partnership and premium line-up with the launch of the H-D X440 T. The Companies also unveiled the top-of-the-line HarleyDavidson CVO (Custom Vehicle Operations) motorcycles in India, introducing the CVO™ Street Glide™ and the CVO™ Road Glide™.

Hero MotoCorp closed December 2025 with steady sales performance, consistent retail offtake, and positive VAHAN registrations across markets. With double-digit growth through Q3, the company enters the final quarter of FY’26 on a strong foundation, confident of sustaining its growth momentum through the rest of the financial year.

Source: Exchange filing