Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, announced that it has secured a prestigious order from the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) to supply 1,350 units of the Tata LPO 1618 diesel bus chassis.
Developed for intercity and long-distance travel, the Tata LPO 1618 conforms to BS6 emission protocols, delivers superior performance, excellent passenger comfort and offers best-in-class total cost of ownership (TCO). This order was won by Tata Motors following a competitive e-bidding process conducted via the Government tendering process and the bus chassis will be supplied in a phased manner.
Tata Motors is a leading provider of advanced buses and public transportation solutions in various Indian cities and states. Over 58,000 buses have been supplied to various state and public transport undertakings, with several thousand still operating on Indian roads, ensuring comfortable travel for people. Receiving the order, Mr. Rohit Srivastava, Vice President & Business Head – CV Passengers, Tata Motors, said, “The Tata LPO 1618 is a proven work horse with its robust build, quality engineering and low maintenance. It is designed and engineered to deliver best-in-class productivity with high uptime and optimal total cost of operations. We look forward to commencing supplies as per the guidance of UPSRTC.”
