Ashok Leyland to bid for electric busses

New Delhi Feb 5: Ashok Leyland Ltd company would soon be bidding for the electric bus tenders that are expected to come out soon and the company will be showcasing its prototype model at the Auto Expo 2018.

Chief Financial Officer Gopal Mahadevan also said that "the company will focus on three battery technologies - swap and charge battery technology, long range battery vehicle and fast charging battery for long-range buses. Ashok Leyland has tied up with SUN Mobility to develop electric buses with "swap and charge" battery technology,".

"Three-four state transport undertakings are expected to come out with their bids for electric buses. Similarly, some private bus operators are also expected to come out with their tenders for battery powered buses. We will be participating in those bids," he added

"There are certain fleet operators who carry only a specific cargo - (such as) limestone, cement. It will be better to offer such players the kind of vehicle they need" he added