VECV introduces Telematics solutions in entire range of commercial vehicles
Pithampur – Commercial vehicle manufacturer, VE Commercial Vehicles Limited (VECV) of Pithampur, - the commercial vehicle manufacturing joint venture and subsidiary of Sweden’s Volvo AB and Eicher Motors Ltd of Gurugram, India of Pithampur – has introduced telematics solution across its entire product portfolio complies AIS 1402, powered by their connected vehicle solution – Eicher LIVE.
The trucks and buses built on the EUTECH61 platform will be equipped with pre-fitted hardware that would enable them to be completely connected while on the road along with industry first ecosystem.
Vinod Aggarwal, managing director and CEO, VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd said, “The unique proposition of connected vehicles is a significant step towards modernising the CV industry. Starting with Eicher Live, then the uptime centre and now with 100% connected vehicles, we are closing the loop on providing a connected ecosystem for tomorrow, which is driven by the BS VI wave. These offerings will not only reduce the operational cost by maximising fuel efficiency but will also increase revenue through improved asset utilisation with superior uptime. It will also offer better safety and logistical efficiency to our partners and customers.”
“Large fleet customers who have high demands of fuel efficiency, safety and driving behaviour as critical elements will be able to maximise their productivity and profitability. This technology will not only benefit the big logistics players but also the last mile vehicles as effectively.” Vinod Agarwal Added.
1EUTECH refers to the exhaust after-treatment system used develop BSVI engines with on road services support via GPS enabled vans.
2AIS-140: Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) - AIS 140, is a set of regulations published by the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) for all public transportation systems to build an Intelligent Transportation System in India. According to the Automotive Industry Standard 140 (AIS 140), it is mandatory for all public transport and commercial vehicles to deploy vehicle tracking systems with camera surveillance and emergency buttons. The transport authorities are tasked with ensuring that all stipulated vehicles abide by the guidelines laid down by the standard.
