Article by: Bhushan Mhapralkar Story & photos by : Bhushan Mhapralkar About playing hard and working hard, the Alaskan reflects Renault’s aspirations to be a top global LCV player. The name Alaskan is long associated with a sturdy dog breed, Alaskan Malamute. With a formidable nature and structure, Alaskan Malamute was originally bred for hauling freight because of its strength[Read More…]
The focus on emission control technologies is growing, especially in the case of commercial vehicles. A 54-year old truck operator, Satpal Singh is a worried man. Operating a 11-year old Tata 1618 truck to ferry goods from Delhi to Mumbai and back, Satpal Singh’s only source of livelihood looks like is in danger. The National Green Tribunal recently issued orders[Read More…]
Article by: Bhushan Mhapralkar Commercial vehicles find favour with special applications that make the fire brigades, airports, armed forces function smoothly and efficiently. Mumbai Fire Brigade has added a 90 m fire ladder to its fleet of special application trucks, which include fire tenders and crane trucks among others. The new fire ladder, procured from Finland-based Bronto Skylift Oy Ab,[Read More…]
Article by: Bhushan Mhapralkar, Photos : Bhargav TS The ‘Made in India’ Scania Metrolink HD is a modern and comfortable inter-city coach that utilises technology to make a sustainable business case. It feels weird at first; the seating position is low. A large windscreen puts it in perspective. It rises to meet the roof like a façade of a modern[Read More…]
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