Pune: Number of registered vehicles grew by 16% in PCMC this year, 9% are electric vehicles
PCMC sees a 16% increase on the number of registered vehicles this year
The total number of registered vehicles in the Pimpri Chinchwad municipal area increased by approximately 16 percent compared to the previous year, with two-wheelers making up the highest number.
Among the total registered vehicles, 9 percent are electric vehicles, which marks an increase from last year. The use of CNG and electric vehicles has increased in Pimpri Chinchwad over the last three years, reflecting a growing emphasis among citizens on using eco-friendly vehicles.
Number of New Vehicle Registration in PCMC:
| Category | Year 2023-24 |
|---|---|
| Two-Wheelers | 1,08,154 |
| Three-Wheelers | 1,552 |
| Auto Rickshaws | 6,220 |
| Cars & Jeeps | 45,573 |
| Buses | 1,381 |
| Trucks | 9,028 |
| Others | 9,094 |
| Total | 1,81,002 |
As the number of newly registered vehicles continues to rise each year, traffic congestion is expected to become a challenge. To address this, the Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation is implementing measures such as road widening, construction of new roads, and the development of flyovers.
Additionally, the expansion of the metro system is positively impacting air quality, noise levels, road congestion, and traffic flow in the city.
