In a significant move towards sustainable mobility solutions, Ashok Leyland, a leading commercial vehicle manufacturer in India, handed over the first 14T Boss Electric Truck to BillionE at the inaugural Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024. The event also featured an impressive display of future-ready vehicles, including the 9m Hydrogen Fuel Cell Bus, AVTR LNG 6x4 Tractor, 55T EV Tractor, and Switch IeV4 Electric LCV, showcasing the brand's commitment to revolutionising the commercial vehicle sector.
Shenu Agarwal, MD & CEO of Ashok Leyland, expressed pride in delivering the first fully electric vehicle, stating, "Today delivering this road-ready product marks a significant milestone in our journey toward sustainable and efficient transportation. As we stand on the cusp of a new era, these vehicles represent our firm commitment to lead the transition to green mobility offering advanced technologies focused on meeting the evolving needs of the Indian and global markets."
Dr. N Saravanan, Chief Technology Officer at Ashok Leyland, highlighted the company's multi-faceted approach to new energy solutions, covering Battery Electric, Hydrogen ICE and Fuel Cell, LNG, and CNG. He emphasised the brand's commitment to innovation and excellence, citing the unparalleled level of maturity achieved in developing these advanced technologies.
Expressing gratitude, Kartikey Hariyani, Founder & CEO of Billion E-Mobility & CHARGE, said, "We thank Ashok Leyland for delivering the technologically advanced 14T Boss Electric Truck in quick time, enabling us to take forward our commitment to driving a sustainable and eco-friendly transportation ecosystem."
Ashok Leyland's consistent focus on technological innovations, coupled with decades of experience, a robust pan-India service network, and 24x7 customer support, positions the company to expand its product lines and strengthen its presence in the rapidly growing commercial vehicle market, the company shared.