VECV displays Future Ready Mobility Solutions at Bharat Mobility Expo

VE Commercial Vehicles, a joint venture between the Volvo Group and Eicher Motors, has displayed Made-in-India for the world & Future Ready mobility solutions at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024. Vinod Aggarwal, MD and Chairman, VE Commercial Vehicles said, “We have developed technological capabilities to deliver Made-in-India world class trucks, buses, engines and components aligned with government’s vision to transform India’s logistics and mobility through innovative solutions and sustainable technology. Our Eicher and Volvo range of alternative fuel solutions are poised to shape a greener and more efficient transport ecosystem. These solutions will not only play a transformative role in India, but also support cleaner transport in over 40 countries.”

The range of sustainable and eco-friendly mobility solutions cover a range -of electric trucks and buses that offer customers and transporters a Pro Business, Pro Planet choice. The company displayed Eicher Pro 2055 EV, India's first 5.5-tonne electric truck, commercially available since September 2023. This electric truck, a product of VECV's commitment to modernization and smart sustainability, is revolutionizing the delivery truck segment in the e-commerce industry. Additionally, the Eicher Pro 8055 dual fuel LNG+CNG tractor addresses long-haul transport challenges by offering a seamless transition between LNG and CNG fuels, contributing to reduced reliance on imported diesel. Moreover, VECV introduces the Eicher Pro 12-meter EV bus designed for comfortable and environmentally friendly staff transport to offices and factories. On the global stage, Volvo Trucks presents the state-of-the-art Volvo FM electric highway tractor-trailer, emphasizing environmentally friendly long-haul goods transport. Volvo Buses also showcases its luxury coach, the 15m Volvo 9600, providing First Class luxury seating for exclusive travel and tourism experiences.

Furthermore, Eicher's advanced prototype of a Hydrogen IC engine aligns with the Government of India's Green Hydrogen Mission, offering a promising avenue towards zero tail-pipe emissions. In addition to these groundbreaking vehicles, Eicher's role in supplying engineering components to leading global OEMs underscores its contribution to the broader landscape of sustainable transportation. These developments collectively signify a significant shift towards greener and more efficient mobility solutions in India and beyond.

All Eicher and Volvo trucks and buses are supported with a wide variety of support solutions. Enabled by the industry-first 100% Connected Fleet and state-of-the-art Uptime Center, these App-based smart support solutions ensure higher productivity and efficiency for trucks, buses, drivers, and fleet managers, further reducing their collective carbon footprint.