Ashok Leyland-backed Switch Mobility has announced that they will be showcasing a range of eLCVs christened as the IeV series at the AutoExpo 2023. The range will be targeted at last mile and mid-mile mobility applications. A new range of electric buses in the EiV series is also in the offing.

While eLCVs in India are yet to take off due to limitations in charging infrastructure and high battery cost, Switch's eLCV will start the next stage of electrification in the inter-city range of 250-300 km. With green hydrogen still to mature, the target market is the logistics arena with firms looking to achieve ESG goals with cleaner mobility alternatives.

The commercial vehicle manufacturer combines the electric commercial vehicle operations of Ashok Leyland in India and Optare in the UK and is looking to create a position for itself in net zero carbon buses and light commercial vehicles.

During the unveil of the new electric bus and eLCV, Mahesh Babu, Chief Executive Officer, SWITCH Mobility said that SWITCH will be showcasing innovative concepts and variants of the all-new IeV series and EiV series, that offer the best value proposition with exceptional passenger comfort and convenience. “These products have been designed based on deep customer insights and the future mobility needs of the country.”

Switch is eyeing exports of these vehicles in the UK, Spain, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and African markets. Switch Mobility e-LCVS when ready will also be put for sale in developed markets like North America, Europe and Japan.