Ashok Leyland-John Deere to manufacture construction equipment from Jan 2011

Ashok Leyland and John Deere have decided to commence the commercial production of its contraction equipment business by January 2011. The 50:50 joint venture had earlier decided to begin rolling out products like make backhoe loaders, front loaders, four-wheel loaders, skid steers by early 2010. However, its range of products will subsequently be expanded to include a full line of construction equipment. Contact: Ashok Leyland Tel: 044-2220 6000. Fax: 044-2220 6001. Website: www.ashokleyland.com