# As state policies shape prices, buyer profiles now see sharp divergence across regions.

*business · news · 2026-05-02 · The Economic Times*

## Key points

- Karnataka's EV policy significantly reduces upfront costs, shifting buyers from hybrids to electric vehicles.
- Uttar Pradesh leads India's EV market, mainly through high electric three-wheeler sales driven by economics.
- Maharashtra's diversified EV adoption is supported by scrappage-linked benefits and robust charging infrastructure.
- Tamil Nadu combines roles as both an EV manufacturing hub and a major consumption market for growth.

**Companies:** Mahindra
**Countries:** India

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