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Ashok Leyland renames Optare as Switch Mobility, unveils global EV plans

Ashok Leyland Ltd, India’s second largest commercial vehicle manufacturer and flagship company of the Hinduja Group, has announced that Optare Group Ltd, its majority-owned UK subsidiary, has been renamed Switch Mobility Ltd (Switch) as part of its drive towards electrification and new mobility services. Unveiling the new logo and name, Dheeraj Hinduja, Chairman of Ashok […]

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Ashok Leyland subsidiary Optare recognised as OEM of the year at EVIEs Awards

Ashok Leyland, flagship of the Hinduja Group, announced that its subsidiary Optare PLC has been recognised at EVIEs Awards. Optare’s MetroDecker EV has won OEM of the Year (Bus/Commercial Vehicle) at the 2020 EVIEs Awards.  The Electric Vehicle Innovation & Excellence (EVIE) Awards are designed to shine a light on innovation and excellence in the […]

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Ashok Leyland subsidiary Optare bags another contract in London

Ashok Leyland, flagship of the Hinduja Group, announced another significant win by its subsidiary Optare PLC. It is partnering with Tower Transit Group in the launch of two new electric routes in London with the supply of 37 Metrodecker double deck EVs. The award winning Metrodecker EV, the world’s first zero emission double decker, is […]