Companies unveil tech solutions for fuel efficiency and electrification at Prawaas 5.0
Commercial vehicle companies are increasingly focusing on technology-driven fuel management and electrification as they look to improve operational efficiency, lower operating costs and support the next phase of India's transport sector. At the Prawaas 5.0 mobility exhibition in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, companies showcased new solutions aimed at these goals.
Repos Energy emphasised that improving the efficiency of conventional fuels through technology will remain equally important as India gradually transitions towards cleaner energy. According to Chetan Walunj, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Repos Energy, there are two primary challenges for India: adopting new fuels (energy transition) and using current fuels more effectively. He told ANI, "There are two challenges for India. One is to go for new fuel, which is energy transition. But more important than that is to use current fuel in a better way because we cannot change the infrastructure overnight."
Intelligent fuel management platform boosts fleet operations
Walunj noted that commercial vehicles are becoming increasingly technology-driven, making intelligent fuel management essential for improving fleet operations. Repos Energy's Total Fuel Management platform helps fleet operators digitally monitor fuel procurement, consumption and payments, while artificial intelligence-based analytics can improve operational efficiency and fuel utilisation. The company asserts that this digital approach enables real-time oversight and data-driven decision-making.
Switch Mobility launches EiV9 electric bus for multiple applications
Meanwhile, Switch Mobility launched its new EiV9 electric bus at the exhibition. The company sees growing demand for electric buses across city transport, staff mobility and school transportation, and plans to expand its product portfolio in line with the country's shift towards cleaner mobility. Switch Mobility Chief Executive Officer Ganesh Mani stated, "We are very happy that we got a chance to launch our EiV9 vehicle. We want that in India, as the Hon'ble Prime Minister has said, the way we should move towards electrification, our product will continue to move in the same direction. In the coming time, we will launch many such models which will be beneficial for Indian customers."
The EiV9 has been designed for multiple applications, including city, staff and school transport, and comes with multiple battery options, fast charging capability and safety features such as a Fire Detection and Suppression System. According to the company, the new platform is aimed at improving operational efficiency while reducing the total cost of ownership for fleet operators.
Broader trend towards digitalisation and cleaner mobility
The announcements reflect the broader direction of India's commercial mobility sector, where companies are increasingly focusing on digital technologies, operational efficiency and electrification to help fleet operators improve productivity while supporting the transition towards cleaner transportation.
