Ashok Leyland, India’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturer and the flagship of the Hinduja Group, has opened a new dealership for Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) in Thiruvananthapuram. This marks the sixth LCV dealership in Kerala. The new partner, Capital Trucks, features a 3S (Sales, Service, and Spares) facility located at Vembayam, Kanyakulangara, Thiruvananthapuram, further strengthening Ashok Leyland’s footprint in the region.
The facility is equipped with advanced tools, 10 quick service bays and has state-of-the-art infrastructure to ensure a superior customer experience. The company currently offers a range of LCV products – BADA DOST, DOST, SAATHI, PARTNER and MiTR.
Mr. Viplav Shah, Head – LCV Business, Ashok Leyland Ltd. said, “Kerala has always been a strategic growth market for us, and we are excited to strengthen our presence in this region. The phenomenal success of our DOST and BADA DOST range, and now the SAATHI, reflects the robustness of our products, the trust of our customers, and the strength of our expanding network. With best-in-class mileage, superior performance, and industry-leading service standards, we have been able to achieve an exceptional 70% customer retention rate even beyond the warranty period. This milestone not only strengthens our network but also reflects our vision of leading Kerala’s mobility transformation by delivering innovation, reliability, and long-term value to our customers and communities.”
Ashok Leyland’s LCV products were introduced to cater to the evolving needs of Indian LCV customers, combining best-in-class technology with competitive pricing. Today, over 5,50,000 (5.5 lakh) LCVs operate across India, reflecting our strong presence in the segment.
Expanding the portfolio, Ashok Leyland has recently entered the sub-2-ton segment with the launch of the Ashok Leyland SAATHI—a premium entry-level SCV. Powered by a new-generation 45 HP engine delivering 110 Nm of torque, the SAATHI offers the largest loading area in its segment and an industry-leading payload capacity of 1,120 kg. Designed to redefine the entry-level small commercial vehicle market, the SAATHI is set to be a game-changer in the industry.
BADA DOST is the first product to be built on an all-new robust LCV platform and has five variants, i2, i3+, i4, i5 and i5XL. It is powered with an 80 hp BS6 engine that delivers best-in-class power & mileage, best-in-class payload and best-in-class load body length and loading space that helps customers earn more profit per trip. Owing to its low turning radius and best-in-class ground clearance, BADA DOST is the ideal vehicle for inter and intra-city applications and can negotiate all terrains with ease.
DOST range comes in the following avatars – DOST XL and DOST+ XL to cater to different sections of the market and applications.
PARTNER, a modern & highly fuel-efficient load carrier, caters to the 4-ton payload segment and is available in both 4 tyre and 6 tyre options. It comes with Load body options of 10ft, 11ft, 14ft and 17ft. PARTNER is based on an internationally acclaimed vehicle platform & carries the renowned ZD30 CRDI engine.
MiTR bus, based on the same platform as PARTNER, comes in both staff bus & school bus options. It provides superior mileage even in stop and go conditions. MiTR School Bus complies with all school bus safety norms & compliance codes and offers unmatched ride comfort.
 dealership in Kerala, located in Thiruvananthapuram. The new 3S facility, operated by Capital Trucks, is equipped with advanced tools, 10 quick service bays, and modern infrastructure. The dealership will offer Ashok Leyland's range of LCV products, including BADA DOST, DOST, SAATHI, PARTNER, and MiTR.){kind=link}