Tata launches fuel-efficient buses

Indias Tata Motors, the world’s second-largest bus and fourth-largest truck manufacturer, is introducing a new range of fuel-efficient Super Milo buses with a starting price of Rs850,000 (US$19,733). Available in two variants, City and Highway, they will have customized parameters, are powered with superior fuel efficient and eco-friendly engines, which will result in better pick-up and mileage, the company’s Executive Director for Commercial Vehicles business unit P.M. Telang said. Tata Motors notched revenues of US$8.8 billion in 2007-08. With more than four million vehicles plying the Indian roads, its commercial vehicles are also marketed in Europe, Africa, Middle East, South and Southeast Asia and South America. The new Super Milo will offer radial tires, organic clutch with booster assist and better air intake that will help achieve 8-10% fuel efficiency. (July 8, 2008)