Eicher Trucks & Buses Deploys Over 2,75,000 CVs With Connected Tech

Eicher Trucks & Buses Deploys Over 2,75,000 CVs With Connected Tech

Eicher Trucks & Buses, a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles, has announced that it has now sold over 2,75,000 connected vehicles supported by industry first uptime centre and first-of-its-kind next-generation fleet management app ‘My Eicher’. The company claims it has served over 1,15,000 customers across India, connecting over 2,75,000 trucks and buses to Eicher’s Uptime Center. 

The CV maker says that with three key functions including enhanced fleet management support, superior uptime assistance, and smart fleet solutions, the MyEicher app acts as a centralised platform for services addressing customer needs through their vehicle ownership journey. The key services include in-depth fleet health assessment, efficient fuel management, comprehensive fleet insights, superior aftermarket services and systematic trip management services. 

It allows customers to live track their vehicles, tracing the past trips and geo fencing. Users can monitor their vehicle’s live location and track critical parameters such as the odometer, fuel levels, DEF, and fuel efficiency (FE). The app allows for the sharing of current and live locations of vehicles and provides a live vehicle cluster for real-time dashboard views. Users can also create custom Point-of-Interests (POI) and routes relevant to their business operations. After creating POIs and routes, customers receive automated reports and insights about their trips with fuel efficiency, vehicle utilisation and stoppage report. 

It also allows customers to effortlessly book service, report breakdowns (automatically fetching the location for connected vehicles) and stay informed about the real-time status of their vehicle repairs. 

Furthermore, to ensure excellent fleet health, Eicher’s Uptime Centre tracks all the connected vehicles 24x7 to monitor driving conditions and vehicle health. Through its Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) powered predictive diagnostics service, Eicher experts can detect potential damage to the vehicle in its running conditions and alert customers through call and predictive uptime alerts via My Eicher App. Customers also receive information about the nature of the fault, recommended action (through videos & documents) and status of the support issue. They can view the live vehicle cluster in real time to track their vehicles' health and performance. 

The My Eicher app also provides monitoring and optimising fuel expenses by keeping a of all fuel refill and drain (pilferage) events (if any) and any other AdBlue fill events for their fleet. Customers can get the time, location and quantity of all fuel added or drained for better transparency and reduced manual dependency. 

In addition, it allows users to monitor more than 50 parameters across vehicle utilisation, fuel, safety and driving behaviour. It offers actionable insights through which customers can analyse and benchmark the performance of their vehicles as well as the drivers. The insights further help in generating custom reports, comparing vehicle performance, scheduling email deliveries, and setting alerts for fuel, uptime and driving behaviour.

For customers owning electric vehicles, the My Eicher app has charging management module which contains charging summary, charge and discharge graphs along with reports consisting of other parameters. The customers can also check CO2 emissions and equivalent diesel savings achieved by their EV vehicles. 

The app also provides users to exchange and buy used trucks via Eicher Sure as well as locating nearby touchpoints such as dealers and workshops among others. The Knowledge Center offers useful information regarding the vehicle and maintenance.

For aftermarket add-ons, customers can explore smart solutions such as vehicle immobilizer, AIS-140, school bus solution, GPS telematics for pre-BSVI vehicles, mining solutions and reefervan. The Marketplace also lets the customer utilise Eicher e-Shoppe for parts and accessories.

Tata Motors Launches LPO 1822 Bus Chassis

Tata LPO 1822

Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles, one of India’s leading players in the commercial vehicle segment, has unveiled what it claims is its most advanced intercity platform yet – the all-new Tata LPO 1822 bus chassis.

The Tata LPO 1822 is said to provide a superior ride experience through its full-air suspension and low NVH (Noise, Vibration and Harshness) attributes – ensuring a fatigue-free journey for passengers and drivers alike. It is available in flexible configurations ranging from 36-seaters to 50-seaters and sleeper layouts.

Anand S, Vice-President and Head – Commercial Passenger Vehicle Business, Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles, said, “India’s intercity transport ecosystem is undergoing a transformation, driven by rising connectivity and growing passenger expectations. The Tata LPO 1822 is an advanced product – combining superior ride quality, robust engineering and intelligent features to deliver unmatched value. It is a win-win for passengers, drivers and fleet owners – elevating comfort, enhancing safety and improving profitability.”

The LPO 1822 is powered by a 5.6-litre Cummins diesel engine, which delivers 220hp and 925Nm of torque. The chassis also serves as the underpinning for the fully built Tata Magna Coach.

As part of aftersales peace-of-mind, the LPO 1822 comes with a complimentary four-year subscription to Fleet Edge, Tata Motors’ next generation connected vehicle platform, which provides real-time diagnostics, predictive maintenance and data-driven fleet optimisation.

Traton Group

European commercial vehicle major the TRATON Group saw a 16 percent decline in unit sales YoY in Q3 of CY2025, amidst a market environment.

Based on preliminary figures, the group sold 71,400 vehicles in Q3 CY2025, down from 85,300 in the same quarter last year. Unit sales for the first nine months of 2025 amounted to 224,500 vehicles, a 9 percent decrease. Sales of all-electric vehicles rose by 55 percent in the quarter to 820 units.

Scania Vehicles & Services recorded a 1 percent drop in unit sales in Q3 CY2025. Sales in Europe offset decreasing unit sales in Brazil, where the market continues to have high dealer inventory levels and rising interest rates.

MAN Truck & Bus increased its unit sales by 24 percent in Q3 CY2025. Truck sales increased YoY despite the European truck market. Sales of buses and MAN TGE vans supported the increase.

International Motors saw a 57 percent decrease in unit sales compared to the prior-year quarter, when a delivery backlog caused by a plant fire was resolved. The US truck market remains weak, with tariff-related uncertainties and a freight recession continuing.

Volkswagen Truck & Bus (VWTB) recorded a 4 percent decrease in unit sales in Q3 CY2025. The slowdown in the Brazilian market is impacting VWTB, although South American markets such as Argentina, Chile, Colombia and Peru show trends of growth. VWTB increased unit sales by 3 percent in the first 9-months of 2025 due to a strong Q1.

Brand Q3 2025 Unit Sales Change 9M 2025 Unit Sales Change
TRATON GROUP 71,400 –16% 224,500 –9%
Scania Vehicles & Services 21,500 –1% 68,400 –8%
MAN Truck & Bus 24,600 24% 71,700 4%
International Motors 13,400 –57% 48,000 –28%
Volkswagen Truck & Bus 11,900 –4% 36,700 3%
Tata Prima EV

Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles has commenced delivery of the Tata Prima E.55S battery electric prime-mover to Enviiiro Wheels Mobility, a provider of commercial transport solutions for the power, mining, cement and steel sectors.

The first batch of the fleet was handed over today in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. The heavy-duty, zero-emission trucks will transport minerals and ores.

The Prima E.55S features an integrated e-axle and regenerative braking for range. The vehicle offers a range of up to 350 km on a charge. It includes a 3-speed Auto Shift transmission with an e-axle for efficiency and performance and dual gun fast charging capability.

Safety features include a Driver Monitoring System, Lane Departure Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System and Cruise Control, along with an Electronic Braking System and ADAS features. The Prima cabin includes a pneumatically suspended seat and tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel to boost driver productivity.

Praveen Somani, Managing Director, Enviiiro Wheels Mobility and Director, Inland World Logistics, said, “As a young company committed to making logistics sustainable, the addition of Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles’ advanced electric prime movers to our fleet marks a defining step towards decarbonised operations. With zero emissions, superior performance, and advanced safety and comfort features, the Prima E.55S is an ideal choice to support our customers’ net zero goals. Backed by Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles’ proven after-sales ecosystem, we are confident of building a future-ready fleet that sets new benchmarks in clean and efficient mineral and ore transportation.”

Rajesh Kaul, Vice-President & Business Head – Trucks, Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles, said, "We are delighted to deliver the first batch of Prima E.55S electric prime movers to Enviiiro Wheels Mobility. As the market leader in the trucks segment, Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles is proud to lead India’s transition to sustainable freight with advanced solutions. These robustly engineered vehicles align closely with Enviiiro Wheels’ sustainability goals, advancing greener operations while delivering long-term value.”

Hindustan Zinc Launches Electric Bulkers To Decarbonise Logistics

Hindustan Zinc - Enviiiro Wheels Mobility

Hindustan Zinc (HZL), the world's largest integrated zinc producer, has taken a major step towards sustainable operations by deploying a fleet of 40 Electric Vehicle (EV) Bulkers at its Zinc Smelter Debari facility in Udaipur.

The company is deploying the EV bulkers in collaboration with Enviiiro Wheels Mobility under an extensive eight-year contract. These vehicles will be used to transport calcine (a by-product of the roasting process) from the Debari smelter to the company's integrated zinc-lead smelter in Chittorgarh. The first batch of 10 bulkers is already operational, with the remaining units scheduled for rollout in the coming months.

This initiative is a significant step in HZL's commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050 or sooner. The transition to EVs complements the company's existing use of LNG and battery-powered trucks and its wider strategy of integrating renewable energy and advanced energy-efficiency measures.

Arun Misra, CEO, Hindustan Zinc, said, “We are embedding sustainability into the core of our logistics strategy to build an ecosystem that is clean, connected, and future ready. These electric mobility solutions are not just reducing our carbon footprint, but also unlocking operational efficiency, workforce safety, and long-term value - all aligned with our broader vision of decarbonising operations and enabling India’s green industrial growth.”

In a related move, HZL also signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Enviiiro Wheels Mobility to introduce electric buses for employee transportation at the Zinc Smelter Debari. This shift will further reduce the company's Scope 3 emissions and ensure a cleaner commute for its workforce.

Praveen Somani, CEO, Enviiiro Wheels Mobility, said, “Hindustan Zinc’s groundbreaking endeavour marks a pivotal moment in India’s manufacturing landscape. We stand committed to Hindustan Zinc’s vision of decarbonisation and believe that our green logistics solutions are instrumental to advancing India’s sustainability objectives. As part of our ongoing commitment with Hindustan Zinc, we’re proud to deploy 40 additional electric bulkers for Vedanta. We firmly believe that clean and eco-friendly mobility solutions will play a pivotal role in aiding industries to attain their sustainability goals”.