Ashok Leyland, one of the country’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers has inaugurated its new dealership for light commercial vehicles (LCV) in Chhindwara. This marks its 8th such LCV dealership in Madhya Pradesh.

The new channel partner Sunil MotoCorp has a 3S (Sales, Service and Spares) facility, which is equipped with advanced tools, 5 quick service bays and has sophisticated infrastructure to ensure superior customer experience. The company currently offers a range of LCV products – Bada Dost, Dost, Partner and MiTR.

Amandeep Singh, President – IO, LCV, Defence & PSB, Ashok Leyland said, “One of the key reasons for the runaway success of our ‘Dost Range’ and now the ‘Bada Dost’ has been the robustness of the product and our network. All our products have been receiving great response from our customers, thanks to their best-in-class mileage and class-leading performance, backed by an extensive sales and aftersales support. We are extremely proud that our track record of service retention levels is exemplary with close to 70 percent of our customers returning to our dealer workshops, even after the warranty period. We, as always, would remain committed to maintaining and even enhancing the level of customer service and satisfaction. This new dealership is being opened to further strengthen our reach, in line with our commitment.”

The CV maker says more than 500,000 Ashok Leyland LCVs are plying across India.

The recently launched Bada Dost is the first product to be built on an all-new platform and has three variants, i2, i3+ and i4. It is powered with an 80hp BS6 engine that delivers best-in-class power & mileage, high payload and load body length and loading space that helps customers earn more profit per trip. Owing to its low turning radius and best-in-class ground clearance, Bada Dost it says is the ideal vehicle for inter- and intra-city applications and can negotiate all terrains with ease.

The Dost range is available in the following avatars - Dost LiTE, Dost Strong, Dost XL and Dost+ to cater to different sections of the market and applications.

It caters to the 4-tonne payload segment and is available in both 4 tyre and 6 tyre options. It comes with load body options of 10ft, 11ft, 14ft and 17ft. The Partner is based on an internationally acclaimed vehicle platform & carries the renowned ZD30 CRDI engine.

MiTR bus, based on the same platform as Partner, comes in both standard bus and school bus options. 

The Bada Dost is available at INR 1.01 million for the i4 and i3+ variant and at Rs 902,000 for i2 variant. Dost LiTE, Dost Strong and Dost+ are available at price starting from INR 785,000. The Partner is available at an attractive price starting from INR 1.6 million, while MiTR Bus comes at a price starting from INR 2.1 million.

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Pune-headquartered Force Motors has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH) to participate in the Commercial Vehicle Replacement Scheme for the Delhi-NCR region.

The scheme facilitates the replacement of BS-IV and older trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR with BS-VI or electric vehicles to lower emissions. Under the agreement, Force Motors will provide benefits to customers through its dealership network in the region.

Prasan Firodia, Managing Director, Force Motors, said, "Force Motors is pleased to partner with the Government of India in this important initiative to modernise the commercial vehicle fleet in the Delhi-NCR region. The scheme aligns with our commitment to delivering cleaner, more efficient mobility solutions. We look forward to enabling fleet operators and customers to transition to the latest generation of commercial vehicles through this collaborative initiative."

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Chennai-headquartered automotive major Ashok Leyland has inaugurated a new dealership for Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) in Ratnagiri. This facility is the 16th LCV dealership in Maharashtra, adding to a distribution network of 950 touchpoints across India.

The new dealership is operated by Lavekar Motors as a 3S (Sales, Service and Spares) facility, which features 8 service bays and is located near Mahanagar CNG Pump.

Viplav Shah, Head – LCV Business, Ashok Leyland Ltd. said, “Maharashtra has always been an important market for us, and we are excited to further strengthen our presence in this region. Our relationship with customers is built on trust, performance, and shared growth. Our products are known for their superior mileage, reliability, and performance with a robust network and an industry-leading service retention, we take pride in the continued confidence our customers place in us. The opening of this new dealership marks yet another step in our commitment to delivering world-class products and unmatched services to our valued customers.”

Till date, Ashok Leyland has sold over 600,000 LCVs in India, which are manufactured at the Hosur plant.

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US-headquartered electronic systems and technology company for commercial vehicles, buses, coaches, and off-highway equipment, Stoneridge, has announced its participation in IAA Transportation 2026.

The company is set to exhibit the EVO ECU platform, an electronic control unit designed to support the transition to software-defined vehicles (SDVs). The unit provides processing capability and connectivity, intended to manage vehicle complexity while reducing integration efforts and system costs.

Natalia Noblet, President and CEO, Stoneridge, said, “IAA Transportation will provide our first opportunity to showcase the significant advancements we have invested in to support our customers’ evolving needs. Our investments in engineering, software development, and customer-focused innovation are enabling us to deliver solutions that improve safety, simplify vehicle integration and increase operational efficiency.”

Stoneridge will also feature its Innovation Truck, a demonstrator vehicle equipped with an integrated vision solution and connected tractor and trailer technologies. The display follows the MirrorEye Camera Monitor System, for which the company has produced over 150,000 units. The demonstrator serves to show the integration of the company's technology portfolio for driver awareness and fleet operations.

Christian Leblanc, Global Vice-President of Product and Project Management, Stoneridge, said, “Vehicle architectures are evolving rapidly as manufacturers seek greater functionality, flexibility, and efficiency. EVO ECU has been designed to address these challenges by providing a high-performance platform that simplifies integration while enabling future expansion for emerging safety, security, and connectivity applications. Equally as importantly, the platform has been designed with commercial vehicle manufacturers in mind. It provides the scalability required to support future innovations while helping customers reduce complexity throughout sourcing, validation, and deployment.”

Stoneridge employs approximately 3,200 people. Its European operations include offices and technology centres in Sweden, the Netherlands, Estonia, France and the United Kingdom.

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New Holland, a brand of CNH Group, has expanded its farm mechanisation portfolio in India with the launch of its new HD and XHD Series Rotary Tillers (Rotavators). The new range is manufactured at the company’s facility in Pune.

The equipment is designed for diverse soil types and agro-climatic zones, aiming to improve soil preparation, productivity, and field performance. A high swing diameter facilitates deeper tillage, improving seed-to-soil contact. The heavy-duty multi-speed gearbox allows farmers to adjust operations based on specific soil conditions, which the company states helps optimise fuel use and save time. The units incorporate Metal Twin-Faced (MTF) seals to protect the rotor hub from water ingress, and utilise DTM paint technology for corrosion resistance.

Tarun Khanna, Director Marketing (AG) India, New Holland, said, "Farm mechanisation is increasingly becoming a key driver of agricultural productivity and efficiency in India. As farmers look for equipment that can deliver superior performance, durability and operational efficiency, the demand for reliable mechanisation solutions continues to grow. The launch of our HD and XHD Series Rotary Tillers reinforces New Holland's commitment to supporting Indian farmers with advanced implements that are engineered for demanding field conditions and designed to enhance productivity."

Following the national unveiling at the company's Greater Noida facility, New Holland plans to introduce the range through a series of dealer-level launches across India. This release is part of the brand’s broader strategy to offer a comprehensive suite of agricultural implements to support modern farming practices.

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