Tag - Tata commercial vehicle upgrades

Key highlights Tata Motors has introduced factory-fitted air-conditioned cabins and cowls across its entire truck lineup, including SFC, LPT, Ultra, Signa, and Prima models. The new AC system features dual-mode operation—Eco and Heavy—ensuring efficient cooling based on driving conditions. Tata’s heavy-duty trucks now offer higher power output of up to 320 hp, along with fuel-saving features like engine idle auto-shutdown and real-time voice alerts. Tata Motors has taken a major step toward improving driver comfort and productivity by launching factory-fitted air-conditioned cabins and cowls across its entire truck lineup. This upgrade spans SFC, LPT, Ultra, Signa, and Prima models, marking the first time air conditioning is available in cowl models—trucks that traditionally rely on aftermarket cabin fabrication. Enhancing driver comfort and productivity The introduction of air-conditioned cabins is aimed at reducing driver fatigue, improving long-haul efficiency, and boosting overall fleet productivity. Tata Motors has designed the AC system with dual-mode operation—Eco and Heavy—allowing drivers to adjust cooling based on ambient temperatures and workload. Rajesh Kaul, Vice President and Business Head – Trucks, Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles, stated, “The introduction of air-conditioned cabins and cowls marks a significant step toward building a comfortable working environment for drivers, enabling higher productivity. These upgrades, shaped by extensive customer feedback and backed by smart engineering, are designed to minimize total cost of ownership, ensuring greater profitability for fleet owners.” Performance upgrades and fuel efficiency enhancements Alongside the AC upgrade, Tata Motors has introduced higher power outputs across its heavy-duty trucks, with engines now delivering up to 320 hp. The company has also integrated fuel-saving technologies, including: Engine idle auto-shutdown, reducing unnecessary fuel consumption. Real-time voice alerts, providing drivers with operational updates. Duty-cycle-based fuel efficiency tools, optimizing performance for different applications. Regulatory compliance and industry impact This rollout comes ahead of the June 2025 government mandate, which requires all new medium and heavy trucks to be equipped with air-conditioned cabins. Tata Motors has leveraged this regulatory shift to introduce additional performance-centric innovations, ensuring long-term value for fleet operators. The company continues to support its commercial vehicle range with over 3,000 service touchpoints and the Sampoorna Seva 2.0 initiative, which offers roadside assistance, annual maintenance contracts, and access to genuine spare parts. Also read: 2026 Mahindra Bolero spotted testing for the first time – See details