Switch Mobility partnered with public transport authorities to create sustainable mobility solutions for MTC Chennai.
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Partnerships
Quote
“We are proud to partner with public transport authorities to create sustainable mobility solutions”
— Switch Mobility team
Company
Switch Mobility
Democratising Zero Carbon Mobility
- Industry
- Automotive
- Location
- Chennai, IN
- Company size
- 947 employees
Switch Mobility, an integral part of the Hinduja Group, serves as a global manufacturer of electric buses and light commercial vehicles, dedicated to advancing environmentally friendly transportation. The company emerged from a strategic collaboration between the engineering expertise of Ashok Leyland, a powerhouse in India, and the British bus manufacturer Optare. This alliance seamlessly integrates best innovators and cutting-edge technology to deliver unparalleled product choices globally. In 2014, under the name Optare, SWITCH introduced the first British-built pure electric buses to London's streets. Since then, the company has deployed over 800 electric vehicles (EVs), covering more than 100 million green kilometers globally. With dedicated manufacturing bases in India, and leveraging Ashok Leyland's expansive distribution network spanning 50 countries, SWITCH Mobility positions itself strategically as a significant player in the global electric vehicle landscape. Recognized as a Great Place to Work, Switch Mobility cultivates a corporate culture that values agility, innovation, and responsibility. The company's ISO 9001 QMS certification underscores its commitment to quality, while its manufacturing unit exemplifies operational excellence. The EiV Series wide Bus product range, encompassing from 9-meter single decker’s to India's first electric double-decker, caters to city, intercity, staff, and airport transportation needs. SWITCH Mobility's electric light commercial vehicles, part of the SWITCH IeV Series, address diverse passenger and cargo transport requirements, offering impressive range and performance. Switch Mobility stands as a pragmatic force, guiding the world towards a sustainable and eco-friendly future. The company's vehicles, representing a fusion of British and Indian expertise, epitomize the future of green mobility and Switch Mobility's commitment to shaping a cleaner, more sustainable world.