Eicher delivers first batch of Intercity 13.5m AC sleeper buses to Vijayanand Travels

Eicher Trucks & Buses, a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles, announced its first deliveries against a prestigious order of 50 Eicher intercity 13.5m AC sleeper buses to Vijayanand Travels (VTPL).

These state-of-the-art buses are a combination of the body-building arm of VECV’s Hosakote factory and fully speced Eicher 13.5m full-air suspension bus chassis. Designed to elevate the travel experience, each berth in the sleeper variant offers a spacious and comfortable environment. Passengers can enjoy personalised features such as individual headboards, well-lit saloons with LED lighting, reading lights, individual AC vents for optimal climate control, side guards for added safety, convenient upper deck access ladders, USB chargers, mobile holders, ample storage racks, dedicated footwear space, and large side windows that offer panoramic views of the surroundings.

Commenting on the partnership, Vinod Aggarwal, MD and CEO of VECV, stated, “We are delighted to strengthen our relationship with Vijayanand Travels Private Limited with this delivery of Eicher Intercity sleeper buses. VECV remains dedicated to offering secure, reliable, and premium transportation options, and our association with VTPL represents our commitment to achieving this goal.”  

“We are thrilled to partner with VECV for the delivery of Eicher Intercity sleeper buses. VECV has always been at the forefront of innovation in the commercial vehicle industry, and its commitment to delivering reliable and luxurious buses is commendable. The Eicher Intercity sleeper buses provide exceptional comfort, safety, and convenience for our passengers, elevating their travel experience. This collaboration reinforces our position as a market leader in the private passenger travel industry and enhances our ability to serve our customers across various routes and destinations. We look forward to continuing our successful relationship with VECV," said Shiva Sankeshwar, MD, Vijayanand Travels.  

Eicher Trucks and Buses offers a wide product range, from 4.9-55T GVW trucks and 12-72-seater buses. These products are produced on Eicher’s innovative BSVI solution, EUTECH6. It is the first player to introduce 100 percent connected range of vehicles with advanced telematics which provides enhanced fuel efficiency, superior uptime enabled by the industry-first Eicher Uptime Centre support, and segment-specific benefits such as enhanced logistical efficiency in e-commerce and passenger safety in buses.