Ashok Leyland Marks 75th Anniversary by Unveiling Electric LCV from Switch Mobility
#ElectricLCV #AshokLeyland #SwitchMobility #LightCommercialVehicles“The 75th anniversary celebration is not just a reflection of the company’s history, but a testament to its determination to continue shaping the future of mobility.” - Shenu Agarwal, MD & CEO, Ashok Leyland
September 2023 : Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and the country’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer recently commemorated its 75th year of operations, highlighting its steadfast commitment to the nation’s prosperity and growth. Founded in 1948, the company has played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of commercial mobility, and today, it stands as a symbol of innovation, excellence and sustainability.
On this occasion, Nitin Gadkari, the Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India, unveiled the ground-breaking Electric Light Commercial Vehicles from Switch Mobility - the IeV Series. The IeV Series is a series of India’s first electric commercial vehicles in this category and aims to provide efficient and eco-friendly solutions for last mile transportation needs. The Switch IeV presents an incredibly attractive value proposition for MSMEs, cottage industries, and e-commerce in India with its exceptionally low Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) coupled with a commitment to high uptime. This series encapsulates our dedication to shaping an eco-conscious future, catering to evolving urban mobility needs while setting new standards for efficiency and innovation.
Ashok Leyland also showcased the new, 9-meter, Hydrogen Fuel-Cell Electric Bus developed for NTPC (National Thermal Power Corporation). This is India’s first fuel cell bus that will commercially ply on the country’s roads. The company also exhibited the country’s first Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine Truck, which was earlier launched in collaboration with Reliance Industries. This showcases Ashok Leyland’s partnership approach to develop cutting-edge sustainable mobility solutions for long-distance transportation challenges.
Dheeraj Hinduja, Chairman of Ashok Leyland and Switch Mobility said, “Ashok Leyland's 75-year journey is a story of transformation and innovation. As we celebrate this milestone, we look ahead to the future with excitement and determination and renew our pledge to further shape the future of the CV Industry. We have set our sights on pioneering sustainable transportation solutions and aim to support India’s economic development for years to come”.
Shenu Agarwal, MD & CEO, Ashok Leyland said, “Over the course of its remarkable journey, Ashok Leyland has consistently redefined industry standards, setting benchmarks for cutting-edge technology in its products and services, and partnering with marquee names in offering innovative, customer-centric solutions. Today we are proud to launch the IeV series from Switch Mobility and showcase pioneering technologies through the Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Bus for NTPC, and the Hydrogen Engine Truck for Reliance. The 75th anniversary celebration is not just a reflection of the company’s history, but a testament to its determination to continue shaping the future of mobility.”
Mahesh Babu, Chief Executive Officer, Switch Mobility Ltd, said, “The launch of our Switch IeV Series electric vehicles is a defining moment for Switch, having established a strong reputation in the e-bus market. With the Switch iON Standard at its core, a versatile range of options, diverse charging solutions, exceptional performance, and operational ease as its hallmark, the Switch IeV Series is a testament of our dedication to driving positive change in the industry.”
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