Ashok Leyland launches air-suspension multi-axle trucks with up to 4-tonne extra payload

Ashok Leyland has introduced an air-suspension multi-axle truck range in India, in 12- and 14-tyre configurations. The company says the vehicles can carry up to four tonnes more payload and save customers up to Rs 5 lakh over six years, with domestic rollout taking priority over exports.

— Filed Tue, 21 Jul, 2026, 17:05 IST · Source NDTV Profit · Updated

Ashok Leyland launched India’s first air-suspension multi-axle truck range, offering up to four tonnes of additional payload and projected customer savings of Rs 5 lakh over six years. The company will prioritise domestic volumes before exports.

Why this matters

After Ashok Leyland forecast single-digit commercial vehicle growth this fiscal, the air-suspension truck launch adds a payload- and operating-cost-focused product move in India.

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