TVS Motor, Indian Oil partner to deploy TVS King Kargo HD for last-mile LPG distribution

Leading player in the two and three-wheeler segment, TVS Motor Company Ltdon Wednesday (July 8) said it has entered into a strategic partnership with state-run Indian Oil Corporation Ltd to strengthen last-mile LPG cylinder distribution across India through sustainable commercial mobility solutions.

Under the partnership, TVS Motor will work with IndianOil's network of more than 13,000 LPG distributors to enable the adoption of TVS King Kargo HD vehicles for doorstep LPG cylinder deliveries.

The companies said the initiative is aimed at enabling cleaner, more efficient and cost-effective LPG cylinder distribution while supporting India's transition to green mobility.

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The partnership combines TVS Motor's commercial mobility capabilities with IndianOil's nationwide distributor network to expand sustainable LPG cylinder distribution across the country.

According to the companies, deploying the TVS King Kargo HD range for LPG cylinder distribution is expected to reduce carbon emissions and provide IndianOil distributors with a lower total cost of ownership.

Rajat Gupta, Business Head, Commercial Mobility, TVS Motor Company, said, "At TVS Motor Company, we are focused on building mobility solutions that make everyday business more efficient and sustainable. Our partnership with IndianOil Corporation brings together the strength of two trusted organisations to transform last-mile LPG cylinder distribution across the country.

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Through the TVS King Kargo range, we are enabling distributors with reliable, high-performance vehicles that help reduce operating costs, improve productivity, and support cleaner operations. This collaboration is another step towards making sustainable mobility practical, accessible, and impactful for businesses across India."

The TVS King Kargo HD platforms combine superior power with advanced technology, offering several segment-first and best-in-class features. Designed for commercial applications, the platforms provide reliable and efficient solutions for last-mile cargo transportation.

VC Asokan, ED, SR and SH-TNSO, Indian Oil Corporation Ltd, said, "Indian Oil has consistently been at the forefront of delivering energy solutions that power the nation's growth while embracing sustainability. This initiative represents an important step towards modernising our LPG distribution ecosystem through sustainable mobility solutions.

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The induction of electric cargo vehicles will help improve fleet productivity, lower operating costs for our distributors, and contribute towards reducing carbon emissions. We believe this engagement will demonstrate how strategic industry partnerships can accelerate India's transition towards greener and more sustainable logistics."

Shares of TVS Motor Company Ltd ended 1.85% lower at ₹3,642.05, down ₹68.55, while Indian Oil Corporation Ltd shares settled 3.51% lower at ₹137.25, down ₹5.00, on the BSE.