Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles has received orders for more than 3,400 electric commercial vehicles (EVs), highlighting growing adoption of battery-electric models across India’s commercial transportation market.
The company, India’s largest commercial vehicle manufacturer, said the order book spans electric small commercial vehicles, trucks, and buses, with demand led by lower-capacity vehicles aimed at urban logistics and last-mile delivery applications.
Small Commercial Vehicles Lead Demand
Small commercial vehicles and electric pickups account for the largest share of the orders, representing approximately 2,000 units or around 59% of the total order book.
Tata Motors offers several models in this category, including the Ace Pro EV, Ace EV 1000, and Intra EV Pickup, with gross vehicle weight (GVW) ratings ranging from 1,610kg to 3,310kg.
The segment has emerged as a key growth area for electric mobility in India, driven by lower operating costs and increasing demand for urban delivery services.
Truck Orders Reach Nearly 900 Units
Electric trucks account for roughly 900 units, representing about 26% of the company’s EV order pipeline.
Tata Motors’ electric truck portfolio includes the Ultra E.7, Ultra E.9, Ultra E.12, Prima E.28K, Prima E.28K 6×4 Tipper, and Prima E.55S 4×2 Tractor.
The vehicles cover medium- and heavy-duty applications, with GVW ratings ranging from 7.5 tonnes to 55 tonnes.
Electric Bus Orders Total Around 500 Units
The remaining 500 orders are for electric buses, accounting for approximately 15% of the total order book.
Tata Motors offers a broad electric bus lineup that includes the seven-metre Ultra 9 for school, staff transportation, and urban transit operations, as well as a nine-metre version with seating for up to 52 passengers.
The company’s larger electric buses include the 12-metre Starbus 9 and Starbus 4, designed primarily for urban transit and employee transportation services.
Expanding EV Fleet
Tata Motors said it has delivered more than 3,800 electric buses to customers to date.
The fleet has collectively accumulated over 550 million kilometres of operation across various transit applications.
In the small commercial vehicle segment, the company reports more than 17,000 electric vehicles currently operating on Indian roads.
The latest orders suggest electric commercial vehicles are gaining broader acceptance beyond pilot projects, particularly in urban logistics, public transportation, and fleet operations where predictable routes and lower operating costs can support the transition from conventional diesel-powered vehicles.
