Ashok Leyland Unveils GARUD 15M Bus Chassis at Prawaas 4.0

Key Highlights:

• Ashok Leyland unveils India's first front engine multi-axle bus chassis, the GARUD 15M.
• Designed for long-distance travel, it offers 42 sleeper berths.
• Features include front wheel disc brakes, an electromagnetic retarder, and optional air suspension.
• Aimed at maximizing per-trip revenue, the GARUD 15M will launch in Q4 FY25.
• Unveiled at Prawaas 4.0, an event focused on innovations in public transport.

Ashok Leyland, an Indian commercial vehicle manufacturer, introduced the GARUD 15M bus chassis at Prawaas 4.0, an event organised by the Bus & Car Operators Confederation of India (BOCI).

The GARUD 15M has been described as India's first front-engine, multi-axle bus chassis. It is meant for long-distance intercity travel and has 42 sleeping beds. The chassis weighs 22,500 kg and has front wheel disc brakes, an electromechanical retarder, and an optional full air suspension with anti-roll bar.

According to Ashok Leyland, the GARUD 15M is designed to increase per-trip earnings for bus operators. According to the business, the commercial launch of the GARUD 15M is scheduled for Q4 FY25.

Prawaas 4.0: A Hub for Public Transport Innovations

Prawaas 4.0, which featured the unveiling of the GARUD 15M, is the fourth edition of an event centered on India's public transportation sector. 

Prawaas, which means "travel" in Hindi, brings together diverse participants in the bus and auto operator ecosystems. The event often includes demonstrations of new vehicle types, technology solutions for public transportation, and debates about sector-related policy issues.

The three-day event, held from August 29th to 31st at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) in Bengaluru, provides an opportunity for industry stakeholders to debate and present advances in public transportation.

Themes of Prawaas 4.0

Sustainable mobility solutions, improvements in hybrid and electric vehicles for public transportation, digital technology for improving passenger experience, and methods for increasing public transportation system efficiency are among the key themes of Prawaas 4.0.

The event also serves as a venue for operators, manufacturers, and politicians to discuss the future of public transportation in India, including issues such as urbanization, environmental concerns, and the need for efficient and cost-effective mass transit solutions.

Prawaas 4.0 intends to contribute to the continuing transformation of India's public transportation sector by promoting knowledge sharing, business networking, and the display of cutting-edge technologies and vehicles like as the GARUD 15M.

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CMV360 Says

The unveiling of the GARUD 15M bus chassis by Ashok Leyland marks a significant step towards modernizing India's public transport sector. With features aimed at enhancing safety and comfort, this chassis could set a new standard for long-distance travel in the country.