Eicher Trucks & Buses, a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles, announced its first deliveries against a prestigious order of 50 Eicher Intercity 13.5m AC sleeper buses to Vijayanand Travels (VTPL), one of the most prominent players in the Indian bus industry.Dedicated to providing exceptional travel experiences to intercity passengers, the Eicher Intercity 13.5m AC sleeper buses will form the latest addition to VTPL’s extensive fleet. These state-of-the-art buses are a combination of the renowned body-building excellence of VECV’s Hosakote factory and fully speced Eicher 13.5m full-air Eicher Intercity 13.5m AC sleeper bus specifications Exterior and Interior: full air-suspension, design type: Tall Boy, body type: galvanised tubular structure with anti-corrosive paint, structure: galvanised tubular type, side window: pasted toughened with tint, saloon type: flat floor, AC capacity: 38 kW passenger capacity, berth (2X1): 36 + D (Driver), luggage capacity, space: 7.1 m³, location: side hatches, suspension bus chassis. Designed to elevate the travel experience, each berth in the sleeper variant offers a spacious and comfortable environment. Passengers can enjoy personalised features such as individual headboards, well-lit saloons with LED lighting, reading lights, individual AC vents for optimal climate control, side guards for added safety, convenient upper deck access ladders, USB chargers, mobile holders, ample storage racks, dedicated footwear space, and large side windows that offer panoramic views of the surroundings.Commenting on the partnership, Vinod Aggarwal, MD & CEO of VECV, stated, “We are delighted to strengthen our relationship with Vijayanand Travels Private Limited with this delivery of Eicher Intercity sleeper buses. VECV remains dedicated to offering secure, reliable, and premium transportation options, and our association with VTPL represents our commitment to achieving this goal.”Akash Passey, President of, Bus Division, VE Commercial Vehicles, added, The delivery of Eicher Intercity sleeper buses to VTPL aligns perfectly with changing market dynamics, wherein passengers seek enhanced comfort and safety. VTPL has been a valuable partner for VECV, and we are proud to contribute to their success by delivering top-of-the-line buses. VECV through Volvo and Eicher brands, proudly stands as India's only OEM to manufacture sleeper buses, further exemplifying our commitment to innovation and shaping the future of the bus industry. Eicher Trucks and Buses offers one of the widest product ranges, from 4.9-55T GVW trucks and 12-72-seater buses. These products are produced on Eicher’s most innovative BSVI solution - EUTECH6 which offers the most reliable engine technology and best-in-class fuel efficiency. It is the first player to introduce 100% connected range of vehicles with advanced telematics which provides enhanced fuel efficiency, superior uptime enabled by the industry-first Eicher Uptime Centre support, and segment-specific benefits such as enhanced logistical efficiency in e-commerce & passenger safety in buses.