Ashok Leyland’s subsidiary -- OHM Global Mobility has bagged an order for 500 12-m ultra-low floor electric buses from the Metropolitan Transport Corporation (MTC), Chennai. OHM Global Mobility is Ashok Leyland’s electric mobility arm, focused on Mobility-as-a-Service business. This order will further strengthen the company's dominant position in the bus segment and underscores its commitment to advancing sustainable urban mobility in India. 

Switch Mobility, another subsidiary of the company, shall supply state-of-the-art, EiV12 model buses to OHM, who in turn shall operate and maintain the buses over a period of 12 years, as per the contract awarded by MTC. While 400 of these buses will be non-AC, 100 buses will be equipped with air conditioning as well, ensuring a comfortable commute for passengers across the city of Chennai. This will help the city take a major step towards green public transportation.

The electric buses are designed to comfortably seat 37 passengers, with space for an additional 24 standing passengers. With a range of over 200 kilometers per charge, these buses are ideal for Chennai's long city routes, ensuring uninterrupted service across the city's vast urban landscape. Engineered for both comfort and efficiency, the buses feature an ultra-low-floor design, enabling faster and easier boarding, which not only enhances passenger convenience but also improves overall accessibility and reduces travel time.

Ashok Leyland, the Hinduja Group flagship company in India, is engaged in the manufacturing of commercial vehicles and related components. The company’s products include buses, trucks, engines, defense and special vehicles.