Commercial Vehicles

Montra Electric, the EV brand of Murugappa Group, and Exponent Energy, an energy-tech startup, have announced a partnership to develop rapid charging electric vehicles in the 3-wheeler segment.

Isuzu Motors India launched the all-new D-Max S-Cab Z variant in India, today. It is the ‘Smartest’ looking crew-cab pick-up in the commercial vehicle segment and is ‘Beyond the Ordinary’. It will be available in f...

Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and the country’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, launched the 1922 4X2 truck in the CNG segment.

Keto Motors and Saera Electric have forged a notable partnership in the electric vehicle industry, giving rise to Saera Keto EV Private Limited.

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a bus scheme “PM-eBus Sewa” for augmenting city bus operation by 10,000 e-buses on PPP model. The Scheme would have an estimated cost of Rs.57...

Mahindra Tractors, a part of the Mahindra Group and the world's largest tractor manufacturer by volume, has officially launched its much-anticipated, future-ready range of tractors – the Mahindra OJA – at Futurescap...

Vijayanand Travels (VT) has made a milestone announcement by placing the largest order in India for 550 Intercity buses from Volvo and Eicher.

FTI Consulting has released a multi-stakeholder report and road safety policy paper titled ‘Making Roads Safer in Indian Cities’, which prioritises adoption of road-safety related technology solutions in school buse...

Ashok Leyland has commenced the ‘Manzilka Safar’ Stallion drive from Kanyakumari to Leh. This drive, started on the Kargil Vijay Diwas is a part of the celebrations to mark the momentous occasion of the company’s 75...

Hendrickson, a leading global manufacturer and supplier of medium and heavy-duty mechanical, elastomeric and air suspensions, integrated and non- integrated axles, and other commercial vehicle systems, announced the...

Pinnacle Industries, India’s leading manufacturer of automotive interiors, seating systems, EV components and specialty vehicles, has announced the introduction of advanced seating systems for select Vande Bharat Ex...

Ati Motors, maker of autonomous industrial robots, announced the close of its Series A funding round in the amount of US$10.85 million.

Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, now hosts India's largest fleet of electric lithium-ion forklifts, with a total of 44 units now deployed across its operations in Odisha and Chhattisgarh. Th...

Technology company ZF unveiled its self-developed thermal management system for electric vehicles at its annual Global Technology Day demonstration event.

Euler Motors, an electric vehicle company, elevated its retail presence with the inauguration of its four retail stores in the Delhi NCR region. Euler Motors, with this strategic expansion, aims to cater to the grow...

Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and the country’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, and Aidrivers, the global specialist in AI-enabled autonomous solutions across industrial mobility a...

The Indian commercial vehicle industry witnessed a resurgence in terms of sales for the month of May 2023 (YOY) with the 3 wheeler and commercial vehicle sales recording growth rates of 79%, and 7% respectively. Th...

According to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) Vehicle Retail Data for May’23, tractor sales have grown by 10 per cent YOY. Mahindra & Mahindra is the absolute leader in tractor sales in the c...

Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd (PVPL), a 100 % subsidiary of the Italian auto giant Piaggio Group and India’s leading manufacturer of small commercial vehicles, announced the launch of the all-new Ape Xtra LDX. Available ...

India's first electric vehicle manufacturer, Lohia, has announced the launch of the Narain electric 3 wheeler Limited Edition, an addition to their existing portfolio of two and three wheeled battery-operated vehicl...

ETO Motors, India’s leading EMaaS (Electric Mobility as a Service) Company with its unique 360-degree Electric Mobility business model, has launched 45 electric L5 three-wheelers with women driver partners at Kalkaj...

Mahindra Tractors, part of the Farm Equipment Sector at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M), introduced "OJA" as the new brand name for its new future-ready range of tractors from its most ambitious global tractor progra...

Jungheinrich, a German company in the field of warehouse equipment and intralogistics, with a decade long presence in India, has opened a new integrated facility in Bhiwandi, Maharashtra. The facility comprises Equ...

John Deere continues to innovate, invest, and leverage manufacturing, talent and India’s supply chain to serve farmers in India and around the world – all designed to enhance farm productivity through technologicall...

To boost EV penetration in Mumbai and its suburbs, Mahindra Last Mile Mobility (LMM), a division of the Mahindra & Mahindra Group, is addressing one of the biggest concerns of customers-charging points. LMM, through...

Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM) has signed an MoU with Brandwin group to manufacture and distribute Mika electric trucks in Bangladesh. Brandwin will be setting up a manufacturing unit and will be distributing its range ...

Tata Motors has signed an MoU with Uber, India’s leading ridesharing app, to bring 25,000 Xpres–T EVs into their premium category service.

EKA Mobility, an electric vehicles and technology company, and a subsidiary of Pinnacle Industries Limited, announced that it has received a letter of allotment (LoA) for the procurement, operation, and maintenance ...

Tata Daewoo Commercial Vehicles, a 100% subsidiary of Tata Motors, launched its new light and intermediate truck, Dexen Vision, in South Korea. The new 2023 Dexen Vision offers world-class features, an all-new cabin...

In an effort towards encouraging Electric Vehicle (EV) adoption in the country, Omega Seiki Mobility, an Anglian Omega Group Company and Mufin Green Finance, a listed non- banking financial company (NBFC), announced...

Electric Vehicles (EVs) are fast emerging as the vehicle of choice across multiple applications, and the organised last-mile delivery space is likely to dominate 25% of sales by 2025, according to a report titled ‘E...

Jupiter Electric Mobility (JEM), the commercial electric vehicle arm of Jupiter Wagons Ltd (JWL) unveiled the e-LCVs – JEM Tez of 2.2 and EV Star CC of 7 Ton GVW at the Auto Expo – The Motor Show 2023 and forayed it...

Godawari Electric Motors, an EV manufacturer based in Chhattisgarh, announced its foray into the EV retail space and launched its electric auto (L5M),Eblu Rozee and unisex electric bicycle Eblu Spin at the Auto Expo...

MTA E-Mobility (MTA EV), a 100 % subsidiary of the well-known Indian automotive component manufacturer MT Autocraft, launched India’s first automatic dual speed transmission electric three wheelers under the brand n...

Switch Mobility Ltd (‘Switch’), a Hinduja Group company and the next-generation carbon neutral electric bus and light commercial vehicle manufacturer, has unveiled Switch EiV 7 at Auto Expo 2023. This technologicall...

Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM), a part of the Anglian Omega Group marked a substantial leap towards green mobility with the expansion of its electric truck and passenger vehicles offerings. At Auto Expo 2023, the compan...

At the prestigious Auto Expo 2023, Tata Motors, India’s largest auto and mobility solutions company, unveiled its future ready range of safer, smarter and greener vehicles and concepts, designed to transform persona...

JBM Auto launched India’s first completely designed and manufactured 100% electric luxury coach – JBM Galaxy at the Auto Expo- The Motor Show 2023.

VE Commercial Vehicles (A Volvo Group and Eicher Motors Joint Venture) unveiled a range of future ready mobility solutions from the Eicher and Volvo brands at Auto Expo 2023. Under the banner of VECV’s vision of Sma...

Cummins Group in India, leading power solutions technology provider unveiled commercial vehicle industry’s first fuel agnostic platform and its diversified range of hydrogen technologies power solutions at Auto Expo...

Ashok Leyland, an Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and the country’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, showcased seven advanced mobility solutions at the Auto Expo 2023.

Switch Mobility Ltd, a Hinduja Group company and the next-generation carbon neutral electric bus and light commercial vehicle manufacturer, unveiled the all-new IeV series at Auto Expo 2023. Through these intelligen...

Motown India has got hold of a few spy shots of electric commercial vehicles that are going to be showcased by Jupiter Electric Mobility, the electric vehicle arm of Jupiter Wagons Ltd (JWL) at the Auto Expo – The M...

Jupiter Wagons Ltd. (JWL), a manufacturer of wagons, brake systems and brake discs for high-speed passenger coaches, and railway and engineering equipment is all set to showcase and launch its commercial electric ve...

EKA, an electric vehicles and technology company, and a subsidiary of Pinnacle Industries Limited, and NuPort Robotics, a Canadian autonomous trucking company, announced India’s first deployment of Level 2 autonomy ...

EKA, an electric vehicle manufacturer and a subsidiary of Pinnacle Industries, received the CMVR certification for its 2.5-ton GVM electric light commercial vehicle from the Central Institute of Road Transport (CIRT...

CNH Industrial revealed the New Holland T4 Electric Power – the industry’s first all-electric light utility tractor prototype with autonomous features – at its Tech Day in Phoenix, Arizona, USA.

The commercial vehicle (CV) segment grew by a whopping 33pc in Nov 2022, as per the retail sales data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA).

Pune based automotive major Force Motors (India’s largest van maker) has named its next generation shared mobility platform as Urbania. Till now code named as T1N, the new name was revealed at the Dealers Meet held ...

Daimler Truck Innovation Center India Pvt. Ltd. (DTICI) announced that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Christ (deemed to be a university) to set up a product orientation facility on their c...

Astro Navya, an electric 3 wheeler, manufactured by Astro Motors, successfully set the record, of reaching the world’s highest motorable road at Umling La Pass, located in Ladakh at 19,024 FT. By achieving this feat...

Omega Seiki Mobility has launched of yet another Industry first innovative three wheeler electric vehicle, Omega Seiki Mobility MOV (Meals on Wheels) priced at Rs 7 lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi post government subsi...

Volvo Trucks India initiated it’s switch towards alternate fuels in India with the commencement of commercial trials of its liquified natural gas (LNG) powered class leading FM 420 4X2 Tractor.

An electric mobility startups, Baaz Bikes, has launched its first ‘Made-in- India’ electric scooters along with intelligent swappable batteries, an automated battery swapping network, and fleet management tools, at ...

Erisha E Mobility, part of Rana Group, has announced the launch of E- Superior electric cargo loader, E- Supreme electric delivery van and E- Smart electric passenger vehicle three-wheeler auto in L5 category includ...

According to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) September 2022 retail sales figures, three-wheeler (3W) retail sales increased by 72%. When compared with September’19, a pre-covid month, sales ...

According to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), on YoY basis, CV sales were up by 19%. When compared with September’19, a pre-covid month, CV closed in green by increasing 17%.

On YoY basis, except for tractors sales which decreased by -1.5%, all the other categories were in green. This was stated by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA)

Mahindra Logistics Ltd. (MLL), one of India’s largest third-party logistics (3PL) solution providers announced the strategic collaborations with ten innovative technology start-ups during the Catapult Premier Day at...

On the occasion of World Electric Vehicle Day, Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM) announced the launch of the world’s longest range electric three wheeler ‘Vicktor’, in India at an introductory price of Rs 5 lakh (ex-showro...

E-Fill Electric, EFEV Charging Solutions Pvt. Ltd., launched two high-in-demand products on September 7, 2022, at the electric motor vehicle show, EV India 2022 Expo.

Delhi-based BluWheelz launched its EV fleet as a service (EFaS) operations with an aim to disrupt and gain its foothold in a highly fragmented market currently marked by rising demand for EV as a fleet service for l...

Baxy Mobility, part of the Baxy group and manufacturers of a wide portfolio of cargo and passenger three wheelers and diverse category of engines - CNG, Diesel and EV, has introduced two CNG variants – Super King Ca...

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) announced the launch of the Bolero MaXX Pik-Up, a new brand of pickups catering to the transport and logistics needs.

ETO Motors, India’s No. 1 EMaaS (Electric Mobility as a Service) company with its unique 360-degrees electric mobility business model, has planned to deploy electric autos as last-mile connectivity to commuters driv...

Global technology leader ZF has announced the market introduction of its new EcoTronic Mid Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) system for commercial vehicles in India. Compatible with ZF’s connectivity solutions, th...

e-Ashwa Automotive Private Limited has announced its entry into electric auto segment with the launch of e-auto priced at Rs. 1,65,000/- (ex-Delhi showroom price).

Bridgestone India has signed an MoU with Automotive Skills Development Council (ASDC) to extend their flagship CSR initiative Sarthi. The programme is aligned to Bridgestone’s global commitment towards Safe and Sust...

Hyderabad-based Zero21 Renewable Energy Solutions, unveiled two new high-speed electric three wheelers at its facility in MG Automotives' EV Park located at Zaheerabad in Telangana.

Ashok Leyland, the flagship company of the Hinduja Group and India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, has launched the ecomet Star 1115 CNG truck in 11.44 T GVW category.

One of the leading players in the electric vehicle industry in India, Saera Electric Auto Private Limited (SEAPL) has commenced its new state-of-the-art manufacturing plant at Bawal in Haryana.

Pinnacle Industries, India's only integrated commercial vehicle seating and interiors company offering end to end solutions for commercial vehicle OEMs across the ICE and EV space, has partnered with Cityflo, Mumbai...

Omega Seiki Mobility, an Anglian Omega Group company, has announced the launch of its first electric passenger 3-wheeler ‘Stream’, marking its entry into the electric passenger vehicle segment.

Yamaha leasing company recently announced its entry into the country’s capital - New Delhi with 2-Wheeler Asset Management Services through its Indian company - Moto Business Service India (MBSI), a mobility solutio...

Except for tractors, commercial vehicles comprising of 3 wheelers, trucks and buses showed a downward trend in retail sales in May 2022 as compared to month of May 2019, the year without the pandemic. This was accor...

Five Neonatal Ambulances designed, and developed by Pinnacle Industries have been approved & supplied to the Government of Maharashtra to provide the best medical & emergency care on wheels to neonates

Scania Commercial Vehicles India Pvt. Ltd. showcased its top mining heavy tipper G-500 along with ready industrial and service exchange engines, at CII EXCON 2021, the largest mining and construction equipment event...

Escorts Construction Equipment (ECE), part of Escorts Limited, has launched NXT13DC CNG, India’s first Hybrid Pick-n-Carry Crane, with dual Fuel (Diesel &CNG) and RC2522, India’s first Mono Chassis Safe Crane with 2...

Basavaraj said that the construction sector will have a major contribution to Prime Minister's vision to make India a USD 5 trillion economy. To achieve this goal, the government is embarking on major infrastructure...

Valvoline Cummins, ‘The Original Engine Oil Maker’ and a global leader in lubricants, is showcasing its diverse range of innovative products for the construction and mining industry during the CII Excon 2021, being ...

Mahindra Electric Mobility has closed the financial year with a market share of 73.4%, making it the No.1 electric 3-wheeler manufacturer in the country.

Pinnacle Industries, a leading manufacturer of automotive interiors, seating systems & EV components and speciality vehicles, has announced its foray into railway seating systems.

Michelin has become the first tyre brand in the country to be accredited with the recently introduced star labelling programme of Government of India which is aimed at improving sustainability and newly introduced p...

Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM) has announced that it will be setting up the world’s largest electric three-wheeler manufacturing unit in the state of Karnataka with an investment of USD 250 million.

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. has announced its partnership with CSC Grameene Store for its Small Commercial Vehicle (SCV) range of products.

Jan Gurander, Deputy CEO, Volvo Group laid the foundation for the Vehicle TechLab for Volvo Group’s Research and Development operations in Bengaluru (Karnataka), India. Concurrently, Jan Gurander also marked a key m...

Ashok Leyland, flagship of the Hinduja Group and India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, has launched India’s first Tipper with 9-speed Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) – the AVTR 2825.

Euler Motors, an electric vehicle company, announced its plans to invest Rs. 200 crores over the next 12 months to develop advanced state-of-the-art shop floors in order to drive up production capacity in its two ex...

In a move to promote the adoption of electric vehicles across India, and to enhance sustainable connectivity in the country, Mahindra Electric Mobility Limited (MEML) has partnered with Common Service Centers (CSC).

Electric commercial vehicle manufacturer Altigreen has raised Rs 300 crore (approx. US$ 40 Million) investment in its Series A round, to boost its EV manufacturing, launch new products including LCVs and strengthen ...

Three Wheels United (TWU), a Bengaluru-based tech-enabled financier of light electric vehicles, has partnered with electric vehicle maker Euler Motors to accelerate the adoption of electric three-wheelers in India a...

Omega Seiki Mobility (OSM), part of the Anglian Group Company, announced a strategic partnership with Goenka Green Pvt. Ltd., under the partnership to open over 500 dealerships pan-India by FY 2023-24.

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced it has developed and is testing a custom-engineered non-pneumatic (airless) tyre (NPT) to support Starship delivery robots.

Vedanta Aluminium Business, India’s largest producer of aluminium and value-added products, has signed an agreement with GEAR (Gemini Equipment and Rentals Private Limited) India, to deploy one of the largest fleets...

Rural sentiments continued to have its impact on the Indian tractor industry as this segment recorded a negative 10.32 per cent slump in retail sales for December 2021, as compared to December 2020, according to the...

Unlike sentiments in the passenger vehicles and two-wheeler segments, the commercial vehicles (CV) and 3 wheeler segments showed a positive growth in retail sales for the month of December 2021, as compared to Dec 2...

Commemorating the ‘Kisan Diwas’ in year 2021, Sonalika tractors, the flagship brand of Hoshiarpur (Punjab) based International Tractors Ltd (ITL) has launched its most advanced Tiger DI 75 4WD tractor with superior...

BYD India, a subsidiary of BYD of China has announced the expansion of dealer network across key strategic EV markets in India. Established in Chennai, BYD India now is in association with six renowned auto dealers ...

Eicher Trucks and Buses in partnership with Phoenix Foundation has established the Phoenix-Eicher Institute of Driver Training and Research in Latur, Maharashtra to upskill driver fraternity in the state.

Shriram Automall India Limited (SAMIL), India’s leading pre-owned vehicles and equipment marketplace, has entered into a strategic partnership with Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV) to expand its used vehicle...