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Biggest Car-Problem Movers This Week (India)

Which Indian car-ownership itches climbed the ranking fastest in the last seven days — and which fell.

Published 2026-04-23 Updated 2026-06-09 9 itches ranked Window Last 7 days
Rankings on CarItch shift every day as new complaints get clustered in and owners vote. This report surfaces the ten itches that moved the most in rank over the last seven days — the early-warning signal for emerging Indian car-ownership pain. Re-generated daily from our rank-snapshot history; each entry links to the underlying problem page.

How we ranked this

We rank by rank delta — the difference between each itch's rank in the latest snapshot and its rank seven days ago. Positive delta = climbed in the rankings (got worse for owners). If the 7-day window is still filling (new history data), we fall back to a shorter window so the list remains useful. Data: daily 00:15 UTC snapshot of every published itch, persisted to itches_history.

At a glance

  1. 1. Why can't car owners verify claimed mileage?
  2. 2. Why are car buyers charged extra for essential features and services?
  3. 3. Why are FASTag toll delays so common?
  4. 4. Why are car owners concerned about e20 and e85 fuel compatibility?
  5. 5. Why do parking fines keep increasing?
  6. 6. Why do car dealerships push unnecessary accessories?
  7. 7. Why is it difficult to find accessories that work well for cars?
  8. 8. Why can't car owners find reliable car accessories?
  9. 9. Why are electric vehicle registrations growing despite charging infrastructure challenges?
#1

Why can't car owners verify claimed mileage?

Buying ▼ 8 · Itch score 54.5/100 · 1 source complaints

Car owners in India are often misled by claimed mileage, with actual mileage varying significantly. No standardized testing or verification process exists to ensure accuracy.

Severity
5/10
Frequency
4/10
Market size
6/10
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#2

Why are car buyers charged extra for essential features and services?

Buying ▼ 8 · Itch score 54/100 · 1 source complaints

Car buyers are charged ₹5,000-₹20,000 extra for standard OBD dongles, GPS, and maintenance apps, which cost manufacturers ₹1,500-₹5,000 per unit. No regulation mandates these features as standard, and manufacturers save ₹5,000-₹15,000 per unit by charging separately.

Severity
5/10
Frequency
4/10
Market size
7/10
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#3

Why are FASTag toll delays so common?

RTO & docs ▼ 8 · Itch score 53/100 · 1 source complaints

Car owners in India are experiencing frequent delays at toll booths due to FASTag issues, causing frustration and wasting time.

Severity
5.5/10
Frequency
3/10
Market size
7/10
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#4

Why are car owners concerned about e20 and e85 fuel compatibility?

Service ▼ 8 · Itch score 52/100 · 2 source complaints

Over 10,000 Indian cars, including the Hyundai i20 and Maruti Celerio, are not designed for e20 fuel, which can cause ₹50,000 engine damage. Yet, 30% of India's fuel stations already offer e20, with no clear labelling or owner notifications, leaving many unaware of the potential risks.

Severity
5/10
Frequency
3/10
Market size
6/10
Read the full analysis & source complaints →
#5

Why do parking fines keep increasing?

Parking ▼ 8 · Itch score 51.5/100 · 2 source complaints

Parking rule violations are resulting in hefty fines, with some areas seeing a doubling of fines, causing frustration among car owners in India.

Severity
6/10
Frequency
3/10
Market size
8/10
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#6

Why do car dealerships push unnecessary accessories?

Buying ▼ 8 · Itch score 49/100 · 1 source complaints

Car dealerships in India push ₹10,000-₹50,000 worth of add-ons like extended warranties, maintenance plans, and insurance products, which are often not required. This is largely due to the lack of transparency in pricing and the absence of regulations to prevent predatory sales tactics.

Severity
4/10
Frequency
3/10
Market size
6/10
Read the full analysis & source complaints →
#7

Why is it difficult to find accessories that work well for cars?

Accessories ▼ 8 · Itch score 46.5/100 · 1 source complaints

Car owners in India spend ₹5,000-₹10,000 on average for poor-quality, non-OEM accessories that damage their car's paint or other parts, making it hard to remove scratches and maintain their vehicle. The lack of a unified quality standard and the absence of a regulatory body to certify accessories are major…

Severity
5/10
Frequency
2/10
Market size
7/10
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#8

Why can't car owners find reliable car accessories?

Accessories ▼ 7 · Itch score 64.5/100 · 3 source complaints

Car owners in India struggle to find reliable and long-lasting car accessories such as car covers, seat covers, and alloy wheels.

Severity
6/10
Frequency
5/10
Market size
7/10
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#9

Why are electric vehicle registrations growing despite charging infrastructure challenges?

Safety ▼ 7 · Itch score 64.5/100 · 1 source complaints

Electric vehicle registrations in India are growing, with over 50,000 units sold in 2022, despite charging infrastructure challenges, with only 1,500 public charging points available, and lack of standardization, with 75% of charging points operated by private companies, such as Tata Power and Mahindra, and 25% by…

Severity
6/10
Frequency
4/10
Market size
7/10
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