Ashok Leyland launches Switch-leV series, shares up

Arushi Mishra Updated - September 08, 2023 at 11:00 AM.
Union Minister for Road, Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, Tamil Nadu Minister for Industries T R B Rajaa, Switch Mobility CEO Mahesh Babu, Chairman of Ashok Leyland Dheeraj Hinduja, Managing Director and CEO of Ashok Leyland, Shenu Agarwal and others at the launch of Switch’s IeV4 series model vehicle, commemorating the 75th anniversary celebration of Ashok Leyland, in Chennai, Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023. | Photo Credit: PTI

Ashok Leyland Ltd.’s shares were up by 1.02 per cent after the company reported celebrating its 75th anniversary with a focus on sustainable mobility innovations. The company unveiled Electric Light Commercial Vehicles from Switch - the IeV Series.

The SWITCH IeV Series, including the IeV 3 and IeV 4 models, 2-3.5T commercial vehicle category has 330 V High Voltage EV Architecture, spacious cargo body, and an electric power steering system. These vehicles offer a range of up to 300 kilometres in a day and a payload of up to 1.7 tons. They are equipped with the Switch iON system, providing real-time vehicle information and insights, enhancing operational efficiency and ease of driving.

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In addition to the electric vehicles, Ashok Leyland showcased a new 9-meter Hydrogen Fuel-Cell Electric Bus developed for NTPC (National Thermal Power Corporation). The company also exhibited the Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine Truck, a result of collaboration with Reliance Industries, demonstrating its commitment to developing sustainable mobility solutions for long-distance transportation challenges.

The shares were up by 1.02 to Rs. 184.70 at 9.33 a.m. on the BSE.

Published on September 8, 2023 05:29

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