NE BUSINESS BUREAU
CHENNAI, FEB 4
Ashok Leyland Limited, flagship bus production unit of the Hinduja Group has become the world’s third largest bus maker. The company promoted to the rank of Global No.3 in the MHCV bus makers list for the calendar year 2019, based on reports released by SIAM, OICA (Organisation Internationale des Constructeursd’Automobiles), and IHS Markit.
Always ahead in innovation
Pioneering in the MHCV bus market, Ashok Leyland has introduced several path-breaking innovations in the industry. The company was first to introduce power steering, air brakes, rear engine bus, India’s first double decker, and many more.
The buses made by Ashok Leyland have always delivered on the brand promise of ‘AapkiJeet. HamariJeet.’ The range includes a slew of innovative products which include the JanBus – world’s first single step entry, front engine, fully flat floor bus; India’s first hybrid CNG plug-in bus, Sunshine – a pathbreaking, frontal crash protected, rollover compliant, aesthetically designed bus for school children, and the Circuit – India’s first Electric bus.
Team work always pays off: CEO & MD
Speaking on the occasion, Vipin Sondhi, CEO & MD, Ashok Leyland, said, “We are extremely glad to have become the 3rd largest bus maker in the world. Our strong foundation in Research & Development, innovation, and experience in the market makes us a unique commercial vehicle manufacturer. Despite the challenges and the market uncertainties, this achievement gives us the confidence to work towards our vision to be a Global Top 10 CV manufacturer. I take this moment to thank the team at Ashok Leyland and all the stakeholders who have been an integral part of this journey – without whom, this would not have been possible,” Vipin Sondhi said.
Ashok Leyland has sold 23,100 buses during 2019, a release from the company said.
