Tata Motors has taken delivery of the order for the supply of 1,350 diesel bus chassis to UPSRTC

Commercial vehicle maker Tata Motors has secured an order from the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) for supply of 1,350 units of the Tata LPO 1618 diesel bus chassis, which are specially designed for intercity and long-distance transport.

Earlier this month, Ashok Leyland, the country's largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, won an order from the Tamil Nadu government for supply of 552 Ultra-Low Entry (ULE) diesel non-AC buses. Ashok Leyland will start delivering the buses from April 2024, underscoring its commitment to sustainable and inclusive mobility solutions.

The Tata LPO 1618 complies with BS6 emission norms and is designed for intercity and long-distance travel. The order was secured through a competitive e-bidding process through the government tender process, and the bus chassis will be delivered in phases.

Commenting on the order, Rohit Srivastava, Vice President and Business Head – CV Passengers, Tata Motors said, “By making public transport more effective and efficient, we are grateful to the State Government of Uttar Pradesh and UPSRTC for once again granting us the opportunity to deliver a modern fleet of bus chassis. The Tata LPO 1618 is a proven workhorse with its robust construction, high-quality engineering and low maintenance. We look forward to starting deliveries as per UPSRTC guidelines.”

Tata Motors has so far supplied over 58,000 buses to various state and public transport companies.

Tata Motors positions itself as a market leader in commercial vehicles and is among the top three in the passenger car market. The company has a presence in India, UK, South Korea, Thailand, South Africa and Indonesia. It offers a range of cars, commercial vehicles, pick-ups, trucks and buses, as well as integrated, smart and e-mobility solutions.

First print: December 26, 2023 | 3:59 PM IST