Mumbai-based electric commercial vehicle start-up Astro Motors has launched marked its entry in the L5 cargo and passenger segment with Navya and Nova e-three-wheelers respectively.

The company claims it is India's first company to introduce a geared electric commercial three-wheeler. While the technical specifications has not yet been revealed, the company said its electric three-wheeler offerings are currently undergoing homologation with a launched plan for July 2025. Going forward, it also has outlined an ambition to unveil a four-wheeler modular skateboard chassis by early FY2026. The plan is to license the platform and powertrain to other OEMs.

The start-up has a manufacturing unit in Chakan, Pune and recently component supplier Remsons Industries acquired a 51.01 percent stake in Astro Motors.

Vitan Jagada, Founder & CEO, Astro Motors, said, "Targeting both B2B and B2C markets, we envisage rapid domestic scaling via fleet partnerships and a wide distribution network. We are also looking at expansion into emerging global markets like Africa, Southeast Asia and Latin America, before entering mature economies.”

The start-up recently signed up dealers and financial partners in key markets such as Pune, Bhavnagar and Jammu with 5 more being signed on across key centres in Uttar Pradesh, Delhi NCR and Maharashtra. Its strategic financial partnerships include MUFIN Greenfinance, RiseWise Capital and Perpetuity Capital.

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Eicher Trucks and Buses, part of VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV), has introduced its next-generation 'Pro Plus Series', aimed at redefining India’s Light and Medium Duty (LMD) trucking segment. The new range focuses on enhanced payload capacity, fuel efficiency and intelligent connectivity, while featuring factory-fitted, air-conditioned, ergonomic cabins.

The trucks are equipped with Eicher Live and My Eicher telematics platforms for real-time diagnostics and fleet management. Segment-first features include smart air-conditioning with automatic cut-off to improve fuel efficiency during idling.

Vishal Mathur, EVP – Light & Medium Duty Trucks, VECV, said, “Over the years, Eicher Trucks and Buses have won the trust of customers by delivering solutions that enhance value to their business. With our continued focus on fuel efficiency, uptime, and digitalisation, the Plus range provides customers with a profitable combination of performance and sustainability. These trucks are built not only for today’s needs but also for the rapidly evolving demands of India’s supply chains. The new range is a result of deep customer engagement and future-focused engineering. By combining industry leading vehicle productivity with features that improve driver productivity, we are offering customers a truly differentiated platform that supports both intra-city and longer-haul applications. This range further enables us to lead with value, innovation, and customer-centricity in the LMD segment.”

• Eicher Pro 3018XP Plus: Long-haul truck with 18.25T GVW, 160 HP engine, 2.1m sleeper cabin and fuel tank options of 190L or 425L.
• Eicher Pro 2118XP Plus: 18.25T day-cabin truck suited for intercity logistics, with tight turning radius and 160 HP output.
• Eicher Pro 2059 Plus: 7.5T GVW city logistics truck, offering multiple cargo body configurations and the E366 engine.
• Eicher Pro 2095XP Plus: 11.5T GVW truck with 140 HP, available in multiple wheelbase and body options, suitable for e-commerce and FMCG.
• Eicher Pro 2049 Plus: 5.5T intra-city truck offering high torque, low turning circle and enhanced cargo space.
• Eicher Pro 2110XPT Plus: 14T tipper with 160 HP, 500 Nm torque and rugged design for construction and infrastructure applications.

The new Pro Plus range reflects Eicher’s shift from a vehicle manufacturer to an integrated solutions provider, aligning with the changing needs of India’s logistics and transportation ecosystem.

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Montra Electric, the clean mobility arm of the Murugappa Group, has inaugurated its all-new e-SCV (Small Commercial Vehicle) showroom in Gurugram.

The new 3S facility operated by SOL Automotive India will house the EViator, Montra Electric’s e-SCV, which comes with a certified range of 245km and a real-world range of 170km. It is powered by an 80 kW motor that delivers 300 Nm of torque and comes with advanced telematics that the company claims enables over 95 percent fleet uptime. It is backed by 7 year or 250,000km warranty.

Saju Nair, CEO, TIVOLT Electric Vehicles (SCV division of Montra Electric), said, “Delhi NCR is a crucial market in our expansion roadmap, and we are excited to bring the Montra Electric experience to Gurugram. With the launch of this dealership, we aim to provide unmatched service and high-performance electric mobility solutions tailored for modern logistics and cargo needs. Our partnership with SOL Automotive brings together a shared vision of driving cleaner, more efficient transportation for the region.”

Rajesh Gulia, Director, SOL Automotive India, said, “We are proud to be associated with Montra Electric and bring the EViator to Gurugram’s thriving commercial ecosystem. This partnership is a timely response to the growing demand for sustainable transport solutions in the region. We look forward to offering customers a best-in-class ownership experience through our new facility."

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Pune-headquartered automotive major Force Motors has announced its financial results for Q1 FY2026, with revenue of INR 23 billion, up 22 percent YoY.

The EBITDA came at INR 3.57 billion, up 35 percent YoY and net profit at INR 1.85 billion, up 55 percent YoY. The company attributes that its domestic sales volume grew 26 percent, fuelled by robust demand across the flagship models – Urbania, Traveller and Trax.

Prasan Firodia, Managing Director, Force Motors, said, “We are pleased with the strong start to the new financial year. This growth can be attributed to our consistent focus on meeting customer expectations, capitalizing on domestic momentum, and improving internal efficiencies. The continued trust of our customers and the unwavering effort put in by our teams have been pivotal to this success. With positive indicators in the domestic market, we remain optimistic about sustaining growth in the coming quarters. Our investments in innovation, reliability, and expanding our dealer network will further strengthen our market position.”

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Volkswagen-owned Swedish commercial vehicle brand Scania has reported a challenging second quarter for 2025, with sales revenue declining 10 percent to SEK 49.9 billion and operating profit down 44 percent to SEK 4.5 billion.

The company attributed headwinds such as geopolitical turbulence, delayed customer investments and reduced truck deliveries – particularly in Latin America, as key factors impacting demand.

Furthermore, Scania has announced that it will adjust global production rates in the latter half of the year to align with market conditions, though European truck order intake strengthened, offsetting declines elsewhere. However, Scania maintained a stable 17.9 percent market share in Europe's heavy truck segment.

On the other hand, it anticipates tailwinds such as strong performance in the bus sector and resilient growth in service revenue (up 5 percent currency-adjusted). Scania also advanced its electrification strategy, expanding its electric bus portfolio and introducing the Megawatt Charging System for rapid truck charging.

However, Christian Levin, President and CEO, Scania and TRATON Group, highlighted the disappointingly low 1.5 percent adoption rate for heavy BEV trucks in Europe, calling for urgent political alignment on infrastructure, energy pricing, and regulation to meet carbon reduction targets.

The integration with TRATON Group continues, with the new TRATON R&D business now operational, and Scania's third global production hub in China is on track to open in Q4 2025. Levin expressed confidence in Scania's strong position to shape the industry's future despite current instability.

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