Ashok Leyland's Multi-Fuel Strategy for Sustainable Mobility
Key Ideas
  • Ashok Leyland is focusing on battery electric and LNG in the near term, with investments in hydrogen for the long term.
  • The company leads in hydrogen trucking globally and has an advanced stage LNG truck development.
  • Switch Mobility, its subsidiary, is driving EV efforts with successful launches in domestic and global markets.
  • The company's commitment to sustainable mobility aligns with government energy transition policies in India's commercial vehicle industry.
Ashok Leyland, India's second-largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, is strategically expanding its alternative fuel portfolio to include battery electric, LNG, and hydrogen solutions. While prioritizing battery electric and LNG for the near term due to infrastructure readiness, the company remains a global pioneer in hydrogen trucking. Led by its subsidiary, Switch Mobility, Ashok Leyland has successfully launched electric light commercial vehicles and buses worldwide, showcasing strong momentum in the EV segment. The company's diverse range of battery electric trucks, including a 55-tonne tractor-trailer, highlights its commitment to innovation and sustainability. With an upcoming aggressive rollout of LNG trucks and a focus on green technologies, Ashok Leyland is actively contributing to meeting emission norms and lowering total cost of ownership for fleet operators. By aligning with government-led energy transition policies, Ashok Leyland aims to lead the commercial vehicle industry in sustainable mobility solutions.
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