Ashok Leyland strengthens its CNG portfolio with the launch of ICV E-Comet STAR CNG Range

Ashok Leyland strengthens its CNG portfolio with the launch of ICV E-Comet STAR CNG Range

08th February, 2022, New Delhi: Ashok Leyland, the flagship Company of the Hinduja Group and India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer, today launched the ecomet STAR ICV CNG Range which offers best in class range and KMKG, Power & Single fill range in the segment. The customers can choose from two options of 16.1T & 14.250T GVW and three CNG cylinder options - 360/ 480 / 570 litres.

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Sanjeev Kumar, Head- MHCV, Ashok Leyland, said, “With the ICV CNG segment witnessing a spurt in demand, we have introduced our first of many CNG trucks range – the E-Comet STAR, based on our highly successful E-Comet platform. As the transition towards cleaner mobility solutions is progressing forward, the customers’ needs are also evolving and hence, the CNG range can cater to those needs with safer, fuel-efficient, and best-in class Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). This new range will further strengthen our portfolio, helping us improve our market share in the fast growing CNG space and help us in our journey to achieve our vision of being amongst the Top 10 Commercial Vehicle manufacturers globally.”

Staying true to the company’s philosophy of Aapki Jeet, Hamari Jeet, focus of the exteriors and interiors has been on enhancing driver safety. Enabled with advanced digital driver assist dashboard it meets the new age customer expectations & powerful round head lamp to increase safety during night operations. Coupled with high fuel efficiency, better tyre life, longer service intervals and overall lower maintenance cost it translates to enhancement in the Turnaround Time (TAT) for the fleet owner thereby resulting in best-in-class Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).

The new range is supported by Ashok Leyland’s 4 hrs Response and 48 hrs restoration promise and a warranty of 4 years 4/lacs Kms for the vehicles. Customers have 3000+ touch points for ease of access to sales and aftersales support, all supported by 24x7 customer assistance, Uptime Solution Centre, Advanced Telematics – i-Alert, and the Service Mandi network.