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The joint-venture between Eicher Motors and the Volvo Group was formed in 2008 and since then we have constantly driven next-gen technology and innovative solutions, inspired by a strong vision.
- Leaders in L&MD Segment
- Innovative Engineering
- After-sales Infrastructure
- Cost-effective Operations
- Global Expertise
- Leadership in Product Technology
- Well-defined Processes and Systems
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For Eicher, it is all about making transportation and mobility more meaningful by employing relevant modernisation and sustainable solutions, as well as upskilling technicians and empowering drivers. In addition, our wide range of next-gen products and services, supported by our connected network, helps deliver maximum fuel efficiency, uptime and productivity. All through this journey, our promise of ‘Partnering Prosperity’ with all stakeholders stays true from the first step to the last mile.
Milestones
In our journey of Partnering Prosperity with all stakeholders, we have
crossed many milestones and have celebrated many achievements.
1948
The Goodearth Company is founded, a pioneer in importing and selling tractors in India.
1959-60
Eicher Tractor Corporation of India Private Limited rolls out India’s first indigenously manufactured tractor from its Faridabad plant.
1982
Eicher Motors Limited forms a joint venture with Japan’s Mitsubishi Motors Corporation to manufacture light commercial vehicles.
1994
Eicher redefines the medium duty truck landscape with path breaking 9-tonne and 12-tonne products.
2002
Eicher Motors ventures into the high- potential heavy duty segment and launches the 16-tonne Jumbo truck.
2008
The Volvo Group and Eicher Motors come together in a 50-50 joint venture to establish VE Commercial Vehicles Limited.
2010
VE Series of Eicher Heavy Duty trucks launched redefining the commercial vehicle space in India.
2012
VE Commercial Vehicles Limited wins the prestigious CV Maker of the Year award (Apollo CV Awards).
2012
New Engineering Component plant, Bus Body plant, LMD line, Cab plant & Paint Shop set up at Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh.
2013
Unveiling the Future of Indian Trucking with Eicher’s all-new Pro series of trucks and buses.
2013
Production starts at India's first Euro 6 commercial vehicles’ engine manufacturing plant at Pithampur.
2013
Addition of two new manufacturing facilities: Bus body plant at Baggad and Gear manufacturing plant unit II at Dewas.
2014
Inauguration of Eicher Retail Excellence Center-ProXcellence Academy.
2015
Inauguration of 'Customer Experience Center' and 'Vehicle Display Center' at Pithampur plant.
2016
Launch of vehicles with CNG engine technology.
2016
Entry into sub 5 Tonne segment with launch of Eicher Pro 1049.
2017
Launch of indigenously developed Automated Manual Transmission technology.
2017
Successful technology transfer for flagship HD product Pro 8000 by Volvo Group to Eicher for manufacturing at Pithampur Plant.
2017
Successful introduction of BSIV product range with i3EGR and SCR technology - Pro 5000 series launch.
2018
Foray into zero-emission fully Electric bus.
2018
Launch of India's first 7 Speed technology in Light and Medium Duty Pro series trucks.
2018
10 years of Driving Modernization
2018
Entry into Indonesian market with UD trucks.
2019
India's first BS-VI Commercial Vehicles range unveiled - Pro 2000 Series of light & medium duty trucks.
2020
Inauguration of India’s first Uptime Centre with 24x7 service support & remote diagnostics.
2020
Unveiling of BSVI Range with Innovative EUTECH6 Solution.
2020
Eicher becomes the first company to offer 100% connected vehicles in the commercial vehicle industry in India.
2020
Volvo Buses India integrates with VECV
2020
Production starts at state of the art Bhopal plant built with Industry 4.0 principles of a connected factory.
2021
Eicher establishes new standard in intercity luxury bus travel with new coach & sleeper platform.
2021
Eicher introduces My Eicher, a holistic fleet Management app.
2022
Volvo Buses India launches Volvo 9600 platform, inspired by award-winning European design
2023
Awards & Recognitions
VECV Wins CV Transport Solution Provider of the Year
Presented by the esteemed Apollo CV Awards 2024
VECV Wins CV Maker of the Year
Presented by the esteemed Apollo CV Awards 2024
VECV Wins the ICV Cargo Carrier of the Year
Presented by the esteemed Apollo CV Awards 2024
VECV Wins Tipper of the Year
Presented by the esteemed Apollo CV Awards 2024
VECV Wins School Bus of the Year
Presented by the esteemed Apollo CV Awards 2024