Tata Motors Launches Ultra Prime and Starbus Prime Buses with 29 Safety Features at Prawaas 5.0
Tata Motors launched Ultra Prime and Starbus Prime buses at Prawaas 5.0, showcasing CNG, electric buses, Magic EV, Ultra Prime RE Concept and advanced passenger mobility solutions across India.
By Robin Kumar Attri
Key Highlights:
Tata Motors launched Ultra Prime and Starbus Prime buses at Prawaas 5.0.
New buses feature 29 advanced safety technologies.
LPO 1620 CNG and Ultra Skool 9/9 EV were showcased.
Ultra Prime RE Concept made its India debut.
Tata Motors highlighted its 4,600+ sales and service touchpoints.
Tata Motors has expanded its commercial passenger vehicle portfolio with the launch of the Ultra Prime and Starbus Prime bus range at Prawaas 5.0 in Gandhinagar. Along with the new buses, the company showcased a wider range of passenger mobility solutions, including CNG and electric buses, a last-mile electric vehicle, an urban bus concept and people movers designed to meet the growing needs of school, staff, tourism, intercity, intracity and institutional transport.
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Ultra Prime and Starbus Prime Introduced for Passenger Transport
The newly launched Ultra Prime and Starbus Prime buses have been developed for school, staff and tourism applications. Tata Motors says the new range features refreshed exterior styling, redesigned interiors, improved ride comfort and lower noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) levels for a better passenger experience.
Safety has also been significantly enhanced with 29 advanced safety features, including:
Driver Monitoring System (DMS)
360-degree camera
Intelligent Transport System (ITS)
Reverse Park Assist System (RPAS)
These features are aimed at improving driver awareness, passenger safety and fleet operations.
New CNG and Premium Intercity Buses on Display
Tata Motors also displayed the LPO 1620 CNG, a CNG-powered bus developed for intercity and intracity passenger transport. The company says the bus offers higher passenger capacity while reducing operating costs and supporting cleaner public mobility through CNG technology.
Another highlight was the Ultra Prime LPO 412, a premium bus platform designed for tourism and long-distance travel. The model focuses on providing greater passenger comfort while meeting the requirements of intercity transport operators.
Electric Mobility Portfolio Expanded
Strengthening its electric bus lineup, Tata Motors showcased the Ultra Skool 9/9 EV, an electric school bus equipped with advanced safety systems, fast-charging capability and an extended driving range.
The bus also offers an optional paint scheme and specially designed interior graphics to create a more comfortable travel environment for neurodivergent children, making school transportation more inclusive.
Ultra Prime RE Concept Debuts in India
Tata Motors unveiled the Ultra Prime RE Concept in India for the first time at Prawaas 5.0. Designed for urban public transport, the concept focuses on improving passenger comfort, operational reliability and overall fleet productivity.
Magic EV and Winger Plus Also Showcased
The company also displayed the Magic EV, a zero-emission last-mile passenger vehicle offering a claimed driving range of up to 120 km on a single charge. It is designed for urban mobility and short-distance passenger transport.
Alongside it, Tata Motors exhibited the Winger Plus, a people mover developed for staff transportation, institutional travel and tourism applications.
Strong Customer Support Network
Apart from showcasing its vehicle portfolio, Tata Motors highlighted its extensive customer support ecosystem. The company currently operates more than 4,600 sales and service touchpoints across India.
Customers also benefit from:
Sampoorna Seva 2.0 service programme
Annual Maintenance Packages (AMP)
Fleet management solutions
Genuine spare parts network
These services are aimed at improving vehicle uptime, reducing maintenance costs and supporting efficient fleet operations.
Company Statement
Speaking at the event, Anand S, Vice President and Business Head - Commercial Passenger Vehicles, Tata Motors, said that Prawaas continues to be an important platform for engaging with fleet operators and industry stakeholders. He added that the event helps the company better understand the changing needs of passenger transportation across India and develop mobility solutions that match evolving market requirements.
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CMV360 Says
With the launch of the Ultra Prime and Starbus Prime range, Tata Motors has further strengthened its presence in India's passenger commercial vehicle market. The company's expanded portfolio of CNG, electric and conventional buses, along with last-mile mobility solutions and a strong after-sales support network, reflects its focus on offering safer, cleaner and more efficient transportation solutions for diverse passenger mobility needs.
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