Tata Motors has launched the BS6 emission standard compliant Winger van in Nepal in association with its sole authorised distributor Sipradi Trading Pvt. Ltd. It is aimed at applications like cargo, school, staff and tours and travel.
Powered by a 101.2 bhp, 2.2-litre turbodiesel engine that is couple to a 5-speed manual gearbox, the Winger is capable of seating 12+driver in its standard configuration. Such a configuration should be suitable for staff and tourist application with an amount of customisation if the need be.
A stylish looking vehicle that is fitted with an ‘eco’ switch which facilitates superior mileage against every litre of diesel, the Winger has a gradeability of 25.8 precent which should make it easy manoeuvre on steep inclines and flyovers. Euipped with a gear shift advisor which aids improve the fuel efficiency further, the van is easy to manoeuvre on steep inclines and flyovers. An ample glass area ensures good visibility.
Fitted with an independent front suspension, anti-roll bars and hydraulic shock absorbers, the Winger has good refinement levels too. In the school van guise, the van, equipped with ABS and FDSS (Fire
Detection and Suppression System) makes for a safe and attractive proposition. It is also fitted with
powerful fog lamps to aid visibility.
In the cargo avatar, the vehicle is built to cater to the last-mile segments and for deliveries across the mofussil regions. With good aesthetics to match a good payload capacity of 1680 kg, the loading bay of the Winger is large and flat.
Anurag Mehrotra, Vice President, International Business & Strategy, Commercial Vehicles Business Unit, Tata Motors said, “Tata Winger BS6 is an ideal vehicle for customers who seek profitability and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). We remain certain of the dedication and zeal with which Sipradi Trading Pvt. Ltd. will commence the sales and services for the all-new Winger BS6 in continuation of the support they have extended for many decades. We believe that the Tata Winger will provide its customers a best-in-class experience, building on Tata Motors’ legacy of providing highly efficient and reliable products that ensure utmost customer satisfaction and profit.”
Ashok Leyland Opens Seventh LCV Dealership In Odisha With New Rourkela Facility
- By MT Bureau
- April 30, 2026
Ashok Leyland, the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and the nation’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, has expanded its presence in Odisha with a new light commercial vehicle dealership in Rourkela. This facility represents the company’s seventh LCV outlet in the state, reinforcing a nationwide distribution network that now exceeds 945 customer touchpoints. The product range available includes BADA DOST, DOST, SAATHI, PARTNER and MiTR.
The newly appointed channel partner, SteelEx India, operates a 3S facility covering sales, service and spares at Brahmani Tarang in Vedvyas, Rourkela. Strategically positioned to serve local demand, the site features 12 quick service bays alongside modern infrastructure aimed at delivering a superior customer experience.
With this inauguration, Ashok Leyland continues to strengthen its light commercial vehicle footprint in eastern India, leveraging a robust service backbone to enhance vehicle uptime and owner support in the Rourkela region.
Viplav Shah, Head – LCV Business, Ashok Leyland, said, “Odisha has always been an important market for us, and we are excited to further strengthen our presence in this region. Our relationship with customers is built on trust, performance and shared growth. Our products are known for their superior mileage, reliability and performance with a robust network and an industry-leading service retention; we take pride in the continued confidence our customers place in us. The opening of this new dealership marks another step in our commitment to delivering world-class products and unmatched service.”
Force Motors Reports INR 12.11 Billion Net Profit For FY2025–26
- By MT Bureau
- April 29, 2026
Pune-headquartered automotive major Force Motors has announced its strongest-ever annual financial performance in FY2026, driven by significant growth in the domestic market and improved operating leverage.
The company reported a 13 percent YoY growth in revenue at INR 91.67 billion, EBITDA at INR 15.93 billion, up 39 percent YoY and a net profit of INR 12.11 billion, up 51 percent YoY.
It attributed the growth to broad-based expansion across primary vehicle platforms, maintaining its dominant position in the van segment while doubling its presence in the premium mobility sector. Force Motors continues to remain a zero-debt company, highlighting a disciplined approach to capital allocation and financial prudence.
The company reported a 20 percent growth in overall domestic wholesales compared to the previous fiscal year. Performance across key platforms includes the Traveller maintaining a consistent 70 percent market share in the core van segment. Urbania recording over 100 percent growth, established as a leader in premium shared mobility.
Trax volume grew by over 70 percent, successfully expanding the company's reach into rural and semi-urban markets. While, demand for specialised vehicles strengthened through institutional and defence portfolio, fulfilling key orders for specialised applications for the Indian Armed Forces.
The record profitability is attributed to an improved quality of earnings and a more balanced product mix. Higher volumes allowed for better absorption of fixed costs, while a focus on higher-margin premium segments, such as the Urbania, bolstered the bottom line.
Prasan Firodia, Managing Director, Force Motors, said, “We have been a segment creator since our inception, and we are now pioneering and leading the premium shared mobility segment with Urbania’s strong presence, while platforms like Traveller and Trax continue to deliver scale and reach across markets. At the same time, our engagement with institutional and defence customers reflects the depth of our engineering capabilities and our ability to deliver in demanding and ever‑evolving environments.”
“FY2025–26 marks an unprecedented year in our journey, where consistent execution across quarters has translated into our strongest-ever financial performance. This has been driven by a clear focus on the segments where we believe we can lead and also create new segments, supported by improved operating leverage and a more balanced product mix. As we look ahead, we remain focused on building the business with consistency and discipline. Staying closely aligned to customer needs, while continuing to strengthen our product, technology and innovation capabilities, will remain central to how we approach the next phase of growth,” he added.
Euler Motors Partners Annapurna Finance To Boost EV Credit Access
- By MT Bureau
- April 29, 2026
Euler Motors has announced a strategic partnership with Annapurna Finance to expand financing options for electric commercial vehicles (EVs), specifically targeting semi-urban and rural markets in India.
Annapurna Finance joins Euler Motors’ network of over 15 financing partners, offering customised loan solutions for the manufacturer's range of electric three-wheelers and four-wheelers.
The collaboration focuses on fleet operators, small businesses and last-mile entrepreneurs who have traditionally remained outside the mainstream lending ecosystem.
The partnership aims to leverage the unique strengths of both organisations to bridge the credit gap in the commercial EV sector. They will focus on micro-entrepreneurs and MSMEs in underserved regions where formal credit access is often limited. By using Euler Motors’ data-driven insights into vehicle performance and battery health, Annapurna Finance can perform more accurate risk assessments on EV assets.
The initiative aims to improve the unit economics for small operators by providing affordable financing that aligns with the higher uptime and lower operating costs of electric vehicles.
Rohit Gattani, VP of Growth & Vehicle Financing, Euler Motors, said, “Financing remains one of the most critical levers for EV adoption in the commercial segment, especially in markets where access to formal credit is limited. As demand scales, the real unlock lies in reaching operators who have the intent to transition but remain outside traditional lending ecosystems. Annapurna Finance brings a strong, on-ground understanding of these customer segments, particularly in semi-urban and rural markets, which will allow us to extend EV access far more meaningfully. This partnership is about going beyond availability of credit to enabling real participation in the EV economy, with stronger unit economics and more predictable earnings for small businesses and fleet operators.”
Asish Mishra, Head of Product, Annapurna Finance, said, “At Annapurna Finance, our focus has always been on expanding access to credit for segments that are often overlooked by mainstream financial systems. With EVs emerging as a viable pathway for income generation, this partnership comes at a critical time. Euler Motors’ strong product engineering and real-world performance focus give us confidence in the asset itself, which is fundamental to enabling sustainable financing. For our customers, this translates into higher vehicle uptime, better operating efficiency, and ultimately more stable and improved earnings over the long term. We see this as a meaningful step towards building both financial inclusion and clean mobility at scale.
Tarmac Reduces Fleet Collisions By 30% Through Integrated Video Telematics
- By MT Bureau
- April 27, 2026
Tarmac, a CRH company and one of United Kingdom’s leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business, has reported a significant decrease in road incidents and operational costs following the first 12 months of a safety technology partnership with Motormax and Geotab.
The company operates a diverse fleet of over 2,000 vehicles including trucks, vans and plant equipment, deployed a multi-camera system integrated with the MyGeotab platform.
This ‘single pane of glass’ view allows transport teams to access telematics data and high-quality video footage simultaneously, providing evidence for incident reporting and targeted driver training.
The implementation has delivered measurable improvements across safety and financial metrics including 30 percent decrease in driver-fault collisions and a 50 percent reduction in ‘pulling out’ incidents. The proportion of high and medium-risk drivers fell from 40 percent to 6.5 percent.
Tarmac claims it achieved a 30 percent YoY saving in collision repair costs, while fuel economy improved by 25 percent across the van fleet due to better driving behaviours. Speeding incidents per 1,000 miles also halved since May 2023.
The technology has streamlined collaboration with Tarmac’s insurer, AXA. By training the insurance claims team to use the system, the company has accelerated claims resolution and improved liability decisions. Based on these results, the insurer has provided a bursary that Tarmac is reinvesting into multi-camera technology for all new vehicles.
Jonathan Meddings, Fleet Risk & Compliance Manager, Tarmac, said, “The integration allows managers to view telematics data and high-quality camera footage in a single platform, accelerating decision-making and streamlining fleet operations. As a result, we have already seen significant cost savings.”
Beyond safety, the platform supports wider business functions including HMRC Compliance – accurate reporting of personal mileage usage. Improved mileage capture for lease vehicles and the optimisation of vehicle types to ensure higher-cost 4x4s are only used when necessary.
Tarmac uses the data to reward safe driving through its ‘100 Club’ initiative, which recognises drivers who maintain perfect scores over 300 miles in a month.
The integration of fleet safety data into monthly management packs has elevated road safety from a compliance task to a core operational discipline with clear accountability.
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