Driving The Transition To Cleaner CEVS

Ashok Leyland has taken a step for cleaner CEVS. Prateek Pardeshi looks at the ENGINE exhibited in line at Excon 2k21.

- Prateek Pardeshi

The rollout of CEV Stage IV emission norms last year was deemed by many as the tipping point for manufacturers to deliver cleaner engines. Those like Ashok Leyland leveraged the Bharat Stage VI Research & Development (R&D) and the learnings from the rollout of BSVI models to take an early mover's advantage in CEVs. Dheeraj Hinduja, Executive Chairman, Ashok Leyland in a company release stated, "Ashok Leyland aims to make India's CNG engine sector self-reliant, and to be one of the leaders in the 'Make in India' narrative." Ashok Leyland showcased the CNG H-series four-and six-cylinder engine variants for its off-highway and CEV customers and launched it amidst much fanfare. At Excon 2k21, Ashok Leyla