Eicher’s EV-first SCV Truck unveiled at Bharat Mobility Expo 2024

Eicher Trucks and Buses, a division of VE Commercial Vehicles, has announced its debut in the Small Commercial Vehicle (SCV) segment with the global unveiling of the EV-First Eicher Truck at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024. The EV-First Eicher Truck, a part of the Pro Business Pro Planet range with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) ranging from 2T to 3.5T, is tailored for city and near-city distribution, aiming to serve last-mile logistics.

Eicher’s SCV vehicle is set for customer trials in April 2024, followed by commercial rollout in the first quarter of 2025. Eicher plans to introduce the electric variant first and later expand to clean diesel and CNG options. The product, designed and developed in India, will be manufactured at a facility in Bhopal.

Commenting at the Global Unveil, Vinod Aggarwal, MD & CEO of VE Commercial Vehicles Limited, said, “As India grows in the Amrit Kaal, the SCV segment will be driven by rapid urbanization, booming e-commerce, increased personal consumption, and the rise of the hub-and-spoke distribution. Our upcoming range will play a pivotal role in this transformation with its Pro Business, Pro Planet approach. Eicher has a track record of delivering energy-efficient trucks and with this announcement, we reaffirm our commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions crucial for India’s sustainable growth in the coming years.”

As per the official statement, Eicher vehicles are equipped with connectivity through the Uptime Centre to enhance the aftermarket experience, employing AI for remote diagnostics and downtime reduction. Integrated with ‘My Eicher‘ fleet management, trucks offer performance insights. The network comprises 850+ touchpoints, featuring 425+ authorized service centers and 8000+ retail centers, along with ‘Eicher Site Support’ at 240+ locations for assistance. Eicher provides support for trucks by covering training, parts delivery, and facilitating annual maintenance contracts.

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