
Ashok Leyland plans 50-60% EV battery pack localisation, a Chennai facility, BMS development and automotive battery production by the end of 2027.

EIM inaugurates its second heavy-duty battery swapping station at JNPA, supporting an upcoming EV Megaplex designed to enable over 700 electric trucks across key port corridors.

India approves AIS-228 retrofit standard to reduce emissions from ageing trucks and buses, offering operators an alternative to scrapping or replacing older commercial vehicles.

Sonalika Tractors achieved record August sales of 12,581 units and produced 18,067 tractors, strengthening its capacity to meet growing festive season demand across markets.

Farmtrac launches the 6055 Classic Dark Edition and expands its PROMAXX 2.0 range with new 47 HP and 50 HP tractors in 2WD and 4WD options.

Swaraj Tractors commissions a 42 MWp solar project in Bathinda, Punjab, meeting 50% of manufacturing power needs while reducing emissions, saving water and boosting renewable energy use.

Gateway Distriparks deploys Blue Energy Motors electric heavy-duty trucks to support cleaner commercial freight operations, sustainable logistics, first and last-mile connectivity, and lower emissions across India.

UltraTech will deploy over 600 electric trucks by December 2026, transporting 5 million MT annually while reducing CO₂ emissions by 1,17,000 tonnes and diesel consumption significantly.

TVS Motor Company sold 25,103 three-wheelers in August 2026, registering 34% year-on-year growth as passenger mobility, cargo transport, deliveries and electric vehicle demand supported the segment.

Ashok Leyland sold 18,067 commercial vehicles in August 2026, recording 43.4% YoY growth. Strong M&HCV demand and rising domestic and export sales boosted overall performance significantly

Tata Motors commercial vehicle sales rose 49% to 44,411 units in August 2026, driven by strong domestic demand, HCV growth and a sharp 227% surge in exports.

VST Tillers Tractors sold 3,720 units in August 2026. Power tiller and tractor sales declined, while cumulative April-August sales grew 3% year-on-year.

VECV August 2026 sales increased 17.7% to 8,434 units, driven by strong Eicher domestic truck demand and 11.9% growth in Volvo Trucks sales.

Mahindra CV and three-wheeler sales rose 28% to 42,337 units in August 2026, while commercial vehicle exports surged 71% to 6,054 units year-on-year.

Escorts Kubota sold 10,072 tractors in August 2026, recording 19.1% growth, driven by strong domestic demand, favourable monsoon conditions and healthy Kharif sowing across India.




