Hinduja group company and leading commercial vehicle maker Ashok Leyland, on Monday launched the AVTR 2825 with 9-speed Automated Manual Transmission (AMT).
According to the press release from the company, the truck with the 9-speed AMT can operate in different transmission modes (automated and manual) and deliver high fuel efficiency with its acceleration-based gear shifting. In addition, it eases driving efforts with its unique features like rock-free mode and integrated Hill-Start-Aid, the release added.
The company claimed that this technical advancement helps drastically reduce driver fatigue and stress while operating in challenging environments the tippers are subjected to.
Sanjeev Kumar, Head MHCV, Ashok Leyland, said that tippers are the fastest-growing segment in M&HCV space and are the driving force for the country's rapidly growing infrastructure needs.
“Built on our philosophy of ‘Aapki Jeet, Hamari Jeet’, these new tippers will ensure ease of operation and significantly decrease fatigue for drivers. We are sure that the increased clutch and gearbox life, in addition to faster turnaround time, will enhance our customers’ business and profits,” he added.