Tata Motors, one of India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, has commenced deliveries of the Tata Prima 5530.S LNG trucks to Clean Green Fuel and Logistics, a leading green fuel retailing and logistics company.

The CV Maker had received an order to supply 150 such trucks and the first batch of vehicles was handed over today at a specially organised ceremony in the city. The deliveries of the remaining Tata Prima 5530.S LNG trucks will be subsequently carried out, in a phased manner.

Furthermore, a Memorandum of Understanding to supply an additional 350 units of Prima 5530.S LNG was also signed between Tata Motors and Clean Green Fuel and Logistics.

Milan Donga, Director, Clean Green Fuel and Logistics said, “As a two-year old start-up, we have made significant strides in the logistics industry and remain committed to revolutionising operations with green fuel solutions. The addition of Tata Motors' advanced LNG tractors to our fleet marks an important step forward in making our operations greener. Tata Motors leads the way in making mobility cleaner and more sustainable while offering the lowest total cost of operations and robust after-sales service. As these new-age vehicles come equipped with Fleet Edge, Tata Motors' state-of-the-art connected vehicle platform, we will also benefit from real-time data flows and smart analytics for optimal decision-making."

Rajesh Kaul, Vice-President & Business Head – Trucks, Tata Motors said, “We are delighted to deliver the first batch of Tata Prima 5530.S LNG trucks to Clean Green Fuel and Logistics. Their mission is to make logistics greener and smarter, and we are equally committed to the goal. Our trucks deliver impressive performance, high efficiency, and low emissions that perfectly align with their operational requirements and sustainability goals.”

The Tata Prima 5530.S LNG is powered by Cummins 6.7L Gas engine, delivering 280hp of power and 1100Nm of torque for exceptional performance. The LNG truck is well suited for surface transportation and long-haul commercial operations. The premium Prima cabin enhances driver comfort, while features like Gear Shift Advisor further optimise fuel usage, improve efficiency and reduce operational costs.

The Tata Prima 5530.S LNG is available in both single and dual fuel cryogenic tank options to suit distinct operational needs. Offering a range of over 1000km, the dual tank option offers an extended range and improved operational efficiency, making it ideal for long-haul operations. Furthermore, the truck comes equipped with Fleet Edge, Tata Motors’ flagship connected vehicle platform for efficient fleet management, enabling operators to further increase the uptime of vehicles and reduce the total cost of ownership.

Tata Motors, one of India's largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, has received order from the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) to supply 1,000 units of the Tata LPO 1618 diesel bus chassis.

The order was won by Tata Motors following a competitive e-bidding process conducted through the Government tendering process. The bus chassis will be supplied in a phased manner as per mutually agreed terms.

This latest order follows the successful fulfilment of a similar, larger order of 1,350 bus chassis received last year. The Tata LPO 1618 diesel bus chassis is designed to meet intercity and long-distance travel.

Anand S, Vice-President and Head – Commercial Passenger Vehicle Business, Tata Motors, said, "We are delighted to continue to partner UPSRTC in their efforts towards expanding and improving public transport. The Tata LPO 1618 bus chassis is engineered to deliver robust and reliable mobility with high uptime and low maintenance and operating costs. We look forward to commencing supplies as per the guidance of UPSRTC.”

Lubricant and petrochemicals major, Shell, and Chinese commercial vehicle maker, FAW Jiefang have teamed up to launch the ‘Ace’ of green commercial vehicle called as the Starship 3.0 hybrid conceptual truck.

The truck – showcased at the recent IAA Transportation show in Germany – is currently on the tour of Europe. Combining the expertise of the two partners in terms of technology and innovation, the truck goes beyond ‘carbon reduction’ to set a new benchmark for the commercial vehicle industry by boosting energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions and by transformation the description of a truck in China’s road transport sector.

As a powerful business tool, the conceptual vehicle achieved a fuel consumption figure of 23.3-litre per 100 km using Shell FuelSave Diesel and 22.7-litre per 100 km with Shell Diesel Renewable Blend.

It clocked these figures whilst fully laden and travelling on two expressways. Doing stints of up to 230 km on either expressway, the vehicle – highlighting significant fuel consumption savings over the fully laden truck in China of similar size and specs at 32.5-litre per 100 km on an average – the Starship 3.0 Hybrid achieved 140.3 tonne-km per litre with Shell FuelSave Diesel and 144.1 tonne-km per litre with Shell Diesel Renewable Blend.

This marked a 39 percent improvement over the fully laden Chinese truck of similar size and spec that does an average of 103.4 tonne-km per litre.

Achieving lower coefficient of drag through vehicle design, power systems and energy consumption, the Starship ensures that every drop of fuel is used to its fullest potential.

Reflecting the partnership between Shell and FAW Jiefang that dates back 10 years, the conceptual truck is the result of a joint research centre of the two that has to its credit initiatives like the ‘Rainbow Bridge’, a mechanism that is aimed at fostering innovation through regular talent exchanges and joint training programmes between them both.

Shell and FAW Jiefang have been jointly researching and developing long-life engine, transmission and axle oils. Their efforts until now have resulted in a new benchmark in China with a 100,000-kilometer oil change cycle for these key components.

In 2018, the two partners facilitated the introduction of a 200,000-kilometre extended oil change technology. Deepening their strategic cooperation, the two in 2023 expanded their focus beyond traditional sectors to include new energy and international markets.

Other than to highlight the nature of collaboration between Shell and GAW Jiefang, the conceptual truck, through its European tour, is highlighting China's industrial strength and commitment to environmental sustainability as well.

Uber has partnered with the Indian Air Force to offer mobility solutions to officers of the force, veterans and families of those in the force. To offer the service pan-India for official travel as well as personal travel, Uber will ensure reliability, convenience and safety to all those that avail of it.

Through the partnership with the Indian Air Force, Uber will provide its extensive scale of operations and comprehensive travel benefits to make sure the commuting experience is seamless. It will ensure enhanced travel experience by automating processes and digitising the rider journey. It will also facilitate effective change management for official travel and daily commutes while offering enterprise benefits tailored to the unique needs of the Indian Air Force family.

The partnership deed between Uber and the Indian Air Force was signed by AVM Updesh Sharma VSM ACAS (Accts and AV) and Abhinav Mittoo Senior Country General Manager, Uber for Business, Uber India and South Asia.

 “We are proud to partner with the Indian Air Force to enhance mobility solutions for the Indian Armed Forces as we continue to play our role in nation building by serving the Indian Armed Forces. This partnership marks a significant step towards digitalization by adopting shared mobility solutions. Through this MoU, we aim to support the Indian Air Force's broader vision of leveraging technology for a transformative progress. The program brings together a tech-enabled solution and a reliable mobility service aimed at delivering cost efficiencies and rider experience at scale,” expressed Mittoo.  

Indian Bank, one of India's leading public sector banks, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Tata Motors, a leading commercial vehicle manufacturer to offer attractive financing solutions to Tata Motors commercial vehicle customers and authorised dealerships across the country.

As per the understanding, Indian bank will offer customised financial packages with competitive interest rates and streamlined credit processing. This will provide tailored financial solutions for Tata Motors’ entire commercial vehicle portfolio including LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas) and electric range of commercial vehicles. Tata Motors and Indian Bank will also significantly scale up their partnership on dealer financing.

Ashutosh Choudhury, Executive Director, Indian Bank said, "We are elated to sign a MoU with Tata Motors to offer tailored financial solutions for their dealerships and fleet operators. Our financial packages will help both customers and dealers achieve their business objectives while enhancing overall financial efficiency. We look forward to working closely with Tata Motors to help their customers achieve their business goals."

Rajesh Kaul, Vice-President & Business Head – Trucks, Tata Motors said, “We are happy to sign a MoU with Indian Bank, this partnership will help provide easy financing solutions for our customers. By streamlining credit access and offering seamless financing options, we aim to strengthen financial ecosystem for our dealer network, helping them scale their business while providing enhanced convenience to our valued customers.”

Currently, Tata Motors offers the widest commercial vehicle portfolio spanning from sub-1-tonne to 55-tonne cargo vehicles and 10-seater to 51-seater mass mobility solutions. These commercial vehicles are further complemented by a range of value-added services for comprehensive vehicle lifecycle management, through its Sampoorna Seva 2.0 initiative. With Fleet Edge – Tata Motors’ connected vehicle platform for optimal fleet management, which enables operators to further increase the uptime of its vehicles and reduce the total cost of ownership, and 24x7 support from India’s widest service network.

Founded on August 15, 1907, Indian Bank is a prominent Public Sector Bank in India, with the Government of India holding 73.84 percent of its shares (as of 30th June’ 2024).