Ashok Leyland Ensures Order For 552 Buses From Tamil Nadu

Ashok Leyland, the leading enterprise of the Hinduja Group, revealed the acquisition of an order for 552 Ultra-Low Entry (ULE) buses from the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation for use in public transportation. This marks a continuation of the enduring partnership between the company and the Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation, which currently boasts a fleet of over 1,800 operational buses.

Shenu Agarwal, the Managing Director & CEO of Ashok Leyland, expressed, "As we work towards addressing the growing demands for public mobility in our nation, our profound insights into markets and customer requirements continue to be the fundamental aspect that sets us apart. This order reaffirms our commitment to developing highly efficient and technologically advanced products that not only meet but surpass customer expectations, fostering the advancement of public transportation". The company specified that the delivery of these buses will initiate in the coming months and is financially supported by the German Development Bank.

The company reported that the recently introduced ULE buses come equipped with features including an H-series 6-cylinder 4-valve 184 kW engine, a rear engine configuration, front disc brake, step-less entry, an intelligent transportation system featuring CCTV, electronically controlled front and rear air suspension, vehicle tracking, and destination boards reflecting the vehicle's location. Sanjeev Kumar, President- M&HCV at Ashok Leyland, stated, "Our ULE buses embody cutting-edge technology and safety standards within the commercial vehicle sector. We take pride in delivering TNSTC and the residents of Tamil Nadu a fleet that ensures exceptional comfort and the highest safety standards. This order is a testament to the confidence our customers have in Ashok Leyland".

Ashok Leyland, headquartered in Chennai, is an Indian multinational automotive manufacturer currently under the ownership of the Hinduja Group. Established in 1948 as Ashok Motors, it underwent a name change to Ashok Leyland in 1955 following collaboration with British Leyland. As of 2016, Ashok Leyland holds the position of the second-largest commercial vehicle manufacturer in India, commanding a market share of 32.1%. Additionally, it ranks as the third-largest global producer of buses and the tenth-largest manufacturer of trucks.