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India Today
29-07-2025
- Automotive
- India Today
Eicher unveils next-gen Pro Plus range of light, medium duty trucks
Eicher Trucks and Buses, a division of VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV), has launched its latest Pro Plus Series, a new range of next-generation Light and Medium Duty (LMD) trucks. With this launch, Eicher aims to redefine its leadership in the segment by delivering high-performance, future-ready, and connected mobility solutions tailored to India's fast-evolving logistics and supply chain new Eicher Pro Plus range builds on the trusted legacy of the Eicher Pro Series and introduces significant enhancements in payload capacity, fuel efficiency, and driver comfort. The trucks come with a factory-fitted air-conditioned ergonomic cabin, offering intelligent climate control and segment-first features aimed at improving both vehicle and driver to maximise lifecycle profitability for fleet operators, the range offers 100% connectivity through Eicher Live and the MyEicher app. These platforms provide real-time diagnostics, fleet insights, and remote support, complemented by a nationwide dealer network and a 24x7x365 Uptime Centre to ensure seamless service and maintenance support. Vishal Mathur, Executive Vice President, 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."Each model in the Pro Plus lineup is engineered for a specific application. The Eicher Pro 3018XP Plus is ideal for long-haul transport, equipped with a powerful 160bhp engine, sleeper cabin, and multiple fuel tank options. The Pro 2118XP Plus is optimised for intercity movement with a compact turning radius and agile performance. For city logistics, the Pro 2059 Plus delivers class-leading payload and body options in a 7.5T GVW lineup also includes the Pro 2095XP Plus, offering unmatched configurability for sectors like FMCG and e-commerce, and the compact yet capable Pro 2049 Plus, built for last-mile and intra-city deliveries. Rounding out the range is the Pro 2110XPT Plus, a smart 14T tipper with high torque output and rugged performance for construction and infrastructure advanced features like smart air-conditioning that automatically cuts off during idling for fuel savings, ergonomic design, and extended cargo bodies to reduce the need for aftermarket modifications, the Pro Plus Series is designed to address the operational needs of modern fleet to Auto Today Magazine- Ends
Time of India
29-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Eicher Trucks and Buses launches Pro Plus range for light and medium duty segment
Eicher Trucks and Buses , a division of VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV), has launched its new Eicher Pro Plus Series aimed at India's light and medium duty (LMD) trucking market. Announced on July 29, 2025 in Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh, the new range is designed to address evolving logistics requirements through improvements in payload capacity, fuel efficiency , digital connectivity, and operational flexibility. The new series builds upon the established Eicher Pro platform and features factory-fitted air-conditioned cabins, extended cargo body options, and full integration with Eicher's connected platforms—Eicher Live and the MyEicher app, the company said in a statement. These allow real-time diagnostics and fleet tracking, supported by a nationwide dealer and service network. The company states that these enhancements are intended to improve overall productivity for fleet operators. Vishal Mathur, Executive Vice President of Light & Medium Duty Trucks at VECV, said, 'With our continued focus on fuel efficiency, uptime, and digitalisation, the Plus range provides customers with a profitable combination of performance and sustainability. This range further enables us to lead with value, innovation, and customer-centricity in the LMD segment.' Models and specifications The Pro Plus range includes six different models catering to various transport needs. The Eicher Pro 3018XP Plus is an 18.25-tonne GVW truck with a 2.1-metre sleeper cabin and 160 HP engine, designed for long-haul and FMCG logistics. The Eicher Pro 2118XP Plus, also at 18.25 tonnes GVW, features a day cabin and is tailored for urban and intercity deliveries. The Eicher Pro 2059 Plus is a 7.5-tonne GVW vehicle intended for city-based logistics, offering a high payload and long cargo body. On the other hand, the Pro 2095XP Plus, with a GVW of 11.5 tonnes, provides multiple wheelbase and cargo configurations for sectors such as e-commerce and general cargo. The Eicher Pro 2049 Plus is a 5.5-tonne GVW truck focused on intra-city deliveries, noted for its tight turning radius and cargo space. Lastly, the Eicher Pro 2110XPT Plus is a 14-tonne tipper variant for construction and infrastructure applications, equipped with a 160 HP engine and 500 Nm torque. With this launch, Eicher aims to position itself not only as a commercial vehicle manufacturer but as a provider of transport solutions that combine connected technology and application-specific design to support the country's growing logistics ecosystem.
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
VECV targets 70% renewable energy use by FY27
VE Commercial Vehicles ( VECV ), the parent company of Eicher Trucks and Buses , marked World Environment Day by reaffirming its commitment to India's Net Zero targets. The company announced a series of measures aligned with sustainable manufacturing and cleaner mobility. VECV said its new range of zero-emission commercial vehicles under the Pro Planet Pro Business banner is already operational across India. These include alternate fuel solutions based on LNG, CNG and electric powertrains. The recently launched EV-first Eicher Pro X small truck is targeted at mid- and last-mile delivery applications. Electric buses from Eicher have been in operation since 2022 in multiple Indian states. Sustainability in manufacturing The company's Bhopal plant, which began operations in 2020, is built on Industry 4.0 principles and features AI-powered real-time energy monitoring. It also has an all-women final assembly line for the Eicher Pro X, which the company says is a first in the commercial vehicle industry. VECV aims to achieve 70% renewable energy usage in plant operations by FY27 and become water positive by 2030. As part of this initiative, a new water body with a capacity of 52 million litres has been created at the Bhopal facility, reportedly enough to sustain the plant's operations for four months. The company has also switched to 100% LED lighting across its sites, replacing around 5,000 conventional fixtures. As a result, energy intensity has reduced from 3.85 GJ/MINR in FY23 to 3.74 GJ/MINR in FY24. Vinod Aggarwal, MD and CEO, VECV, said, 'In line with India's Net Zero vision defined by Honourable Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi ji, VECV is committed to delivering future-ready mobility solutions—from electric, LNG and CNG trucks and buses to emerging technologies like hydrogen and fuel cells—as the market matures.' He added that the company's investments in smart manufacturing, renewable energy and responsible resource management reflect a broader commitment to sustainable growth. VECV says its ongoing initiatives support multiple United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those related to clean water, affordable clean energy, responsible consumption and climate action.
