Ashok Leyland launches India’s first air suspension trucks

Air suspension’s payload advantage tests whether Indian transport economics can shift towards improved load efficiency rather than fleet size Ashok Leyland has launched India’s first air suspension trucks, with three AVTR models of 45, 46 and 49 tonnes gross vehicle weight and payload advantages of up to four tonnes over conventional alternatives. The Hinduja Group commercial vehicle (CV) manufacturer says the range also offers maintenance-free rear suspension, better tire life and less vibration. The AVTR 4925 10×2 MAV, AVTR 4625 10×2 MAV, and AVTR 4525 8×2 MAV are available in bodywork and cab configurations with multiple loading range options for a variety of payload applications. Intelligent vehicle acceleration control (iVAC) and automatic traction control (ATC) are standard across the range. Shenu Agarwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Ashok Leyland, said in a statement: “Ashok Leyland has always been a technology leader in the Indian CV industry. Since our inception, we have been known for delivering technology solutions that create meaningful value for customers. We are strengthening this position with the launch of new Air Suspension technology in trucks. These new trucks help our customers increase productivity and profitability by offering best-in-class payload capacity, enhanced comfort and better performance.” Sanjeev Kumar, President, Medium and Heavy Commercial Vehicles, added: “Customers today are looking for vehicles that provide better efficiency, reliability and value throughout their operations. Our new air suspension range has been developed with these requirements in mind. With benefits such as improved vehicle stability, reduced vibration, superior ride comfort and improved tire life, these trucks are designed to offer customers a better ownership experience.”

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