Eicher Trucks and Buses, a division of VE Commercial Vehicles, unveiled its electric-first range of small commercial vehicles (SCVs), the Eicher Pro X range, at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. This launch marks Eicher’s strategic entry into the burgeoning 2-3.5T segment and underscores its commitment to reshaping last-mile logistics in India.

The Eicher Pro X Range boasts several industry-leading features. It offers the largest cargo loading space in its segment within the 2-3.5T Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) category. The vehicles are designed for best-in-class energy efficiency, maximising trips per charging cycle. Driver-centric features include ergonomically designed, air-conditioned cabins, lie-flat seats, and advanced safety systems such as Driver State Monitoring. Additionally, the vehicles are tailored for city and near-city distribution with an industry-leading turning radius and superior visibility.

The Pro X Range is built for maximum uptime, supported by Eicher’s industry-first Uptime Centre and FOTA-enabled telematics for seamless remote updates. This ensures enhanced productivity and 24/7/365 monitoring and support. Manufactured at Eicher’s Industry 4.0-enabled plant in Bhopal, the Pro X Series exemplifies the ‘Make in India’ initiative. The state-of-the-art facility spans 147.8 acres, integrates sustainable practices, and features an all-women assembly line, highlighting the company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion in manufacturing.

The Pro X Range is further supported by a born-digital dealership network, connected to the Uptime Centre to ensure maximum vehicle availability and operational efficiency. This omni-channel retail experience combines advanced digital tools with personalised service, providing customers with both convenience and accessibility. Eicher’s strategic collaborations with Charging Point Operators (CPOs) and Charger OEMs also contribute to India’s evolving charging infrastructure.

Speaking at the launch, VE Commercial Vehicles Limited Managing Director Vinod Aggarwal said, "We have leveraged our legacy of market leadership in Light and Medium Duty Trucks and our track record of innovation to create this best-in-class range of vehicles. Co-developed with customers to meet their specific needs, the Eicher Pro X charts a new path into the Small Commercial Vehicle segment. It is an embodiment of Eicher’s brand philosophy, 'Nayi Soch, Naye Raaste.' As India progresses on its ‘Viksit Bharat’ journey, the SCV segment will play a vital role and the Eicher Pro X will drive transformation in last-mile logistics.”

Chief Commercial Officer at VE Commercial Vehicles SS Gill concluded, “The Eicher Pro X Range has been co-created with leading logistics players and drivers, and is meticulously engineered to meet the dynamic demands of applications such as e-commerce, FMCG, parcel & courier and cold chain logistics.  It has given us the opportunity to combine cutting-edge technology with customer-centric solutions such as largest cargo loading space, best-in-class range and energy efficiency, longest service intervals, and host of safety and comfort features for the drivers. This Eicher Pro X series of small trucks is tailored for segment-specific requirements, come fully connected with real-time fleet management & uptime support solutions, for addressing unmet needs of the category as well as maximising profitability for our customers.”

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Chennai-headquartered commercial vehicle major Ashok Leyland has introduced a new range of trucks equipped with air suspension, which includes three models: the AVTR 4925 10x2 MAV, the AVTR 4625 10x2 MAV and the AVTR 4525 8x2 MAV. These vehicles offer payload advantages of up to 4 tonnes.

The trucks are designed to provide stability, reduce vibrations and improve tyre life. The company says that the suspension system requires no greasing, facilitating maintenance-free operations.

The new air-suspension-equipped truck range is available in cowl and cabin options with various loading spans. Standard features include Intelligent Vehicle Acceleration Control (iVAC) and Automatic Traction Control (ATC) to assist with fuel efficiency and traction.

Shenu Agarwal, Managing Director & CEO, Ashok Leyland, said, "Ashok Leyland has always been a technology leader in the Indian CV industry. Since our inception we have been known for introducing technology solutions that create meaningful value for customers. With the launch of the new Air Suspension technology in trucks, we are reinforcing that position. These new trucks offer best in class payload capability, improved comfort, and better performance, helping our customers improve productivity and profitability."

Sanjeev Kumar, President MHCV, Ashok Leyland, added, "Customers today are looking for vehicles that provide better efficiency, reliability, and value throughout their operations. Our new air suspension range has been developed keeping these requirements in mind. With benefits such as improved vehicle stability, reduced vibrations, superior ride comfort, and improved tyre life, these trucks are designed to deliver a better ownership experience for customers."

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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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