Mahindra BLAZO X HCV BS6 Range: The Range you Know, The Range you Trust

Majority of the large infrastructure development projects in India; mining and construction activity in particular, rely immensely on Heavy Commercial Vehicles or HCVs. After all these solid built, tough and rugged heavy-duty trucks are the ones that do the heavy lifting when it comes to transporting cement, steel, coal, ores, sand, chemicals, containers and bulk raw materials from source to destination over long distances, through various climate conditions and all kinds of terrain.

Mahindra BLAZO X BS6 Range of HCVs with their Highest Mileage assurance promising more savings and higher earnings for transporters has revolutionised the Indian trucking industry and redefined customer expectations. BLAZO X BS6 range of heavy duty trucks also come with an unmatched set of service and spares guarantees to ensure that these trucks outperform on several parameters.

No surprise that within three years of launch, there are already more than 30,000 class-leading Mahindra BLAZO X HCVs plying across the length and breadth of the country, of which 30% are repeat purchases.

Not only does it prove the rapid pace at which Mahindra BLAZO X trucks have become the preferred choice of so many transporters, it is also a testimony to the trust placed by these fleet owners who have experienced the advantages of owning BLAZO X trucks. 

Mahindra’s Heavy Commercial Vehicle (HCV) portfolio of BLAZO X BS6 trucks spans offerings across 3 segments: Haulage Trucks, Tippers and Tractor Trailers

BLAZO X RANGE OF HAULAGE TRUCKS –
- BLAZO X 28 TON BS6
- BLAZO X 35 TON LIFT AXLE BS6
- BLAZO X 42 TON PUSHER AXLE BS6
- BLAZO X 49 TON RIGID MAV BS6 

BLAZO X RANGE OF TIPPER TRUCKS –
- BLAZO X 28 TON BS6 TIPPER
- BLAZO X 28 TON TRANSIT MIXER 
- BLAZO X 35 TON 8X4 BS6 TIPPER
- BLAZO X 42 TON HAULAGE TIPPER BS6

BLAZO X RANGE OF TRACTOR TRAILERS –
- BLAZO X 40 TON BS6 TRACTOR
- BLAZO X 46 TON BS6 TRACTOR
- BLAZO X 55 TON BS6 4X2 TRACTOR
- BLAZO X 55 TON BS6 TRACTOR

Chassis model options are also available so that you can customise your truck as per your business requirement.

There is a lot that goes into making Mahindra BLAZO X range of HCVs the truck you can trust.

Profitability Guaranteed

BLAZO X trucks are the only HCVs with assured higher mileage and guarantee on service and spares –

• Proven and patented FuelSmart technology with FuelSmart switches for optimal mileage and power
• Powerful 7.2 litre mPOWER FuelSmart engine
• 6 YEARS/6 Lakh km Transferrable Warranty
•  Longer oil drain intervals

All put together it gives you 3-way benefits of; undisputed higher mileage, lowest life cycle cost from Day 1 and highest lifetime value.

Durability Guaranteed

Mahindra BLAZO X is built tough to withstand the most challenging surface conditions while transporting heavy payloads with ease –

• Bigger Clutch
•  Heavy duty Gearbox
• S-cam air brakes with 10 bar Pressure
• Rear leaf suspension
•  Heavy-duty front axle, tag /pusher lift axle 
   

Driver Comfort Guaranteed

The cabin of the Mahindra BLAZO X is designed to provide an enhanced level of comfort and safety with features such as –

• Tilt and telescopic steering
• Anti-lock Braking System
• Enhanced Driver Information System (DIS)
• 3-way adjustable seats
• Comfortable Sleeper berth
• Wide Windshield and large Rear-view mirrors

The net business benefit is more fatigue-free trips and improved turnaround time.

24x7 Smart Tracking

Monitoring and tracking of your Mahindra BLAZO X fleet is simplified with Mahindra iMAXX telematics technology that uses advanced tech to remove unpredictability from the trucking business. 

• Live Tracking of the bus
• Accurate Refills
• Predictive Vehicle Health Monitoring
• Fuel Efficiency and Fuel Consumption Analysis
• Theft Alerts
• AdBlue Monitoring
• Driver Behaviour Monitoring
• Automated Operation Reports
  

These smart features in Mahindra iMAXX telematics empower you to manage your fleet and business with more efficiency cum control, remotely.       

Given the level of rigour, latest technology and feature innovations that have gone into the design and development of these trucks, the Mahindra BLAZO X BS6 HCV range of powerful rigid axle trucks, tipper trucks and tractor trailers are able to perform a range of applications on the toughest on-road and off-road conditions with ease.

All in all everything about these trucks is geared to offer you a superior ownership experience that maximises productivity, increases profitability and exceeds customer expectations on reliability, payload capacity, safety, comfort, connectedness and total peace of mind. That is how Mahindra BLAZO X Haulage BS6 range is your trusted business partner, delivering More Profits for your every trip and project. To know more visit www.mahindratruckandbus.com or simply give us a missed call on 1800 315 7799. 

Mahindra CRUZIO BS6 Staff and School Buses: Class-leading Profitability and Comfort

 The winning combination of best-in-class profitability with unmatched comfort is guaranteed when you chose Mahindra CRUZIO staff and school buses for your business. Built on the latest platform, designed for ergonomic comfort and convenience and loaded with leading-edge technology features, Mahindra CRUZIO BS6 and Mahindra CRUZIO GRANDE BS6 range of buses delivers more per every rupee spent.    

The dual promise of CRUZIO being the most profitable and luxurious bus in its category has been made possible by Mahindra’s continuous innovative efforts in product and technology enhancements which have gone into developing the new-age Mahindra CRUZIO.

Here is what goes into making CRUZIO staff and school bus your ideal business partner for long-term profitability and low total cost of ownership.

Profit Maximising Technology and Service Guarantees

mDi 2.5 Litre BS6 Engine

The powerful and highly efficient 2.5 litre mDi engine in the CRUZIO is not just fully BS6 compliant, it is also backed by Mahindra’s long proven CRDe expertise to ensure that the CRUZIO delivers a power-packed performance along with class-leading fuel economy. 

iMAXX Telematics Technology

CRUZIO buses have the advantage of being equipped with Mahindra’s smart iMAXX telematics technology. It allows CRUZIO bus fleet owners and operators to track the bus location and stay updated with vital information about the bus, while ensuring enhanced safety for the passengers.

Benefits of iMAXX Telematics technology for;

Bus fleet owners: Tech-enabled features such as Live Tracking of the bus, Driver Behaviour Monitoring, Theft Alerts and a range of Automated Operation Reports, empower you to keep track of your bus fleet and manage your business with greater efficiency.

Bus operators: Benefit from the convenience of staying updated on vital parameters of the bus, with features like Accurate Refills, Predictive Vehicle Health Monitoring, Fuel Efficiency and Fuel Consumption Analysis and AdBlue Monitoring. This allows timely intervention for more efficient vehicle performance.

End Users: Can enjoy peace of mind thanks to the vehicle tracking feature that ensures the bus location is always known, ensuring passenger safety on every trip. 

All put together, iMAXX telematics technology is designed to greatly enhance the safety, productivity and profitability of Mahindra CRUZIO staff and school buses.

Service and Spares Guarantees

When it comes to the all-important point of smooth running and maintenance of these buses, CRUZIO BS6 staff and school buses definitely score high. CRUZIO buses come with the unmatched advantage of industry-first and best-in-class service and spare part guarantees.

•  Guarantee 1: Get back on the road in 48 hours or get Rs.1000 per day.
•  Guarantee 2: Service will reach you in 2 hours or you get Rs.500 per hour.
•  Guarantee 3: Assured availability of 100 moving maintenance parts at dealership or MPARTS PLAZA, or else they are yours for free.
  

  
  

Profit Maximising Comfort Features
Greater Seating Capacity with Wider Seats
When it comes to experiencing the CRUZIO from the inside, enhanced seating capacity means more passengers can be accommodated per trip without compromising on comfort. Whether it is office goers in the CRUZIO staff bus or children in the CRUZIO school bus, they are sure to enjoy every ride in the Mahindra CRUZIO. The roomy and pleasant interiors fitted with wider seats designed for utmost comfort and a spacious gangway for ease of movement will make them look forward to every CRUZIO bus ride.

CRUZIO BS6 SPECIFICATIONS - REGULAR
MODEL	CRUZIO 2750 BS6	CRUZIO 3100 BS6	CRUZIO 3370 BS6	CRUZIO 3800 BS6
Variants	Staff Maxi Cab	Staff Maxi Coach	Staff Bus	Staff Bus
Seating Capacity	14+D HHR 12+D HHR	18+D HHR 12+D PB	22+D HHR	26+D HHR

CRUZIO BS6 SPECIFICATIONS - SCHOOL BUS
MODEL	CRUZIO 2750 BS6	CRUZIO 3100 BS6	CRUZIO 3370 BS6	CRUZIO 3800 BS6
Variants	School Bus	School Bus	School Bus	School Bus
Seating Capacity	21+D - (3X2) 18+D - (2X2)	25+D - (3X2) 22+D - (3X2)	31+D - (3X2) 26+D - (2X2)	35+D - (3X2) 30+D - (2X2)

Enhanced Cabin

The enhanced and spacious CRUZIO cabin with better ventilation, 4-way adjustable driver seat with inbuilt headrest, tilt and telescopic steering and advanced Driver Information System (DIS), maximises driver comfort and convenience in the Mahindra CRUZIO, resulting in greater productivity.

Bigger Clutch with Clutch Booster

A bigger clutch with integrated clutch booster makes for easier and fatigue-less driving, thereby allowing the Mahindra CRUZIO driver to stay refreshed and alert at the wheel for a longer time and make more trips per bus with ease.

Parabolic Suspension

No matter what the road conditions, CRUZIO passengers enjoy a smooth and well cushioned ride to arrive fresh and energised at their destination. Superior ride comfort is ensured on each trip in the Mahindra CRUZIO thanks to the softer parabolic suspension with rubber tips for best-in-class comfort.

Setting Safety Standards

Ensuring the utmost safety of passengers in the CRUZIO is of paramount importance. That is why the design and build of the Mahindra CRUZIO is such that it is the only bus in its class to be fully rollover-compliant. The uncompromising safety features in the CRUZIO staff and school buses include –

•   Anti-roll bar for better stability at high speeds.
•   Full-length footstep with aluminium top for safe entry and exit.
•   Anti-skid vinyl flooring with silicon carbide particles for safe passenger movement inside the     bus.
•   Fire Detection and Alarm System (FDAS) in CRUZIO Staff Bus.
•   Fire Detection and Suppression System (FDSS) in CRUZIO School Bus.
•   Child Check-Mate Feature, Vehicle Tracking System (VTS) and Mahindra iMAXX for tracking    of CRUZIO School Bus.
•   First Aid Box for prompt medical aid in CRUZIO School Bus.
•   Emergency Button on each Seat Section in CRUZIO School Bus.
•   Emergency Exit for quick evacuation in case of exigency in CRUZIO School Bus. 

In conclusion, Mahindra CRUZIO BS6 staff and school buses come with a host of thoughtfully designed features that benefit both the driver and passengers, translating into a superior ownership experience and higher profits for you.

Be it in-city, inter-city or coach travel, Mahindra CRUZIO buses are perfectly suited for the task. No surprise that it makes sound business sense for bus fleet owners to upgrade to the all-new Mahindra CRUZIO BS6 range – THE MOST PROFITABLE BUS IN IT’S CLASS. To know-how and take your next step towards building a more profitable bus fleet business, visit https://www.mahindratruckandbus.com/passenger-buses/index.aspx or simply give us a missed call on 1800 315 7799. 

Introducing BLAZO X 49 – with 6-Axle Configuration and Higher Payload Capacity

Every transporter and fleet owner is constantly looking to increase business growth potential by optimum utilization of trucks and maximizing return on their fleet investment to enjoy greater profits.

Since launch, Mahindra’s BLAZO X range of HCV trucks have already given a boost to many fleet owners’ business, thanks to their proven track record of class-leading efficiency, performance and industry-first service guarantees, giving an extra edge to owners. Be it the lowest maintenance cost, lowest lubricant prices, lowest in-class oil drain intervals or the 6 years / 6 lakh km transferable warranty, the BLAZO X range has continuously raised the bar to deliver more value for a hassle-free ownership experience.

Now welcome the Mahindra BLAZO X 49 HCV – a 16-tyre truck with 2 lift axle and 3 Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) options; the latest addition to the BLAZO X range. Equipped with an incremental 1.5 tonnes payload capacity over the industry-standard 5 axle configuration, BLAZO X 49 is engineered to be fully compliant with the new higher axle load norms in the higher tonnage HCV segment.

The BLAZO X 49 is fitted with self-steering lift axles for improved, longer-running tyre life and better turning circle diameter for greater ease of manoeuvring, particularly in overcoming challenging driving situations like tight corners and tricky turns. 

In terms of mileage, notwithstanding a higher payload, Mahindra BLAZO X 49 offers best-in-class fuel efficiency, the perfect solution to rising diesel costs.

The unmatched mileage advantage delivered by every single BLAZO X 49 truck is credited to Mahindra’s FuelSmart technology. At the convenient flick of a switch, you can choose between Heavy, Light and Turbo modes to match the load and driving conditions. For a full load select Heavy mode. When there is no load, simply turn on Light mode for optimal fuel efficiency. Turbo mode is best suited for transporting large loads over steep inclines. FuelSmart provides a smart way to earn higher profits and give your business a great competitive advantage.       

Whatever the consignment, BLAZO X 49 makes smooth work of transporting goods competently from source to destination. It is suitable for transporting a wide range of goods such as milk and chemical tankers, cement, steel, coal, industrial components, fruits and vegetables.

And that’s not all. With the BLAZO X 49, you get to enjoy a set of unbeatable guarantees – prompt service, readily available parts and of course highest mileage. All guaranteeing a long-running smooth experience!  

The BLAZO X 49 is a winning combination of the advantages of BLAZO X series, with a higher payload capacity, so you get more out of every trip and overall better cost of ownership. All in all, the Mahindra BLAZO X 49 will be the heavyweight addition to your fleet that answers all your concerns of better mileage and extra payload capacity. Get set to transform your business and outperform consistently with the new Mahindra BLAZO X 49!

BS-VI Ready Mahindra CRUZIO – Experience A New Dimension of Luxury

Comfort for you and your Business

The newly launched Mahindra CRUZIO premium passenger bus is a perfect package of performance, comfort, style and efficiency that is designed to exceed expectations of fleet owners, drivers and your passengers on every parameter.

Experience Unmatched Ride Comfort

It’s time to bid goodbye to bumpy bus rides! With CRUZIO, bus journeys are set to get supremely comfortable and luxurious.The parabolic suspension ensures better handling and shock absorption even on bad roads to deliver unmatched ride comfort.

Ergonomically designed contoured seats provide full back support thereby reducing driver fatigue and passenger discomfort especially on long routes. The spacious interior of the Mahindra CRUZIO is fitted with thoughtfully designed seats with maximum seat width, so passengers can sit back comfortably without rubbing shoulders with fellow passengers.

Low noise and vibration levels results in a quieter cabin, providing much needed calm and a peaceful ride during daily work commutes. 

Experience Operational Comfort Along With Greater Profits

Built on the latest Intermediate Commercial Vehicles (ICV) platform, CRUZIO is a Long Platform Overhang (LPO) bus– a segment of passenger buses that is becoming more and more popular as it offers an enhanced travel and ownership experience. 

Being an LPO enables the bus to have an optimum front overhang and this extra front length is useful in protecting the nose from taking a hit on pothole-ridden rough roads. Another advantage of being an LPO is optimum space utilisation. In the CRUZIO, the door is at the front overhang portion and not on the wheelbase. This allows the full uninterrupted length of the bus to be used for accommodating seats. Therefore, the Mahindra CRUZIO has higher seating capacity and can carry more passengers per trip compared to conventional buses.

The CRUZIO is a BS-VI ready vehicle so it is fully equipped to meet the new emission norms that are expected to come into place from April 2020. This means increased roadworthiness and longer fleet life resulting in greater return on your investment.

Mahindra’s FuelSmart technology provides class-leading fuel-economy to register higher profits and more growth for your business. Higher clutch diameter helps increase the life span of the clutch, while the large wide modern front fascia of the CRUZIO is very easy to clean and repair.

All put together it translates into reduced maintenance costs and increased operational efficiency when you own the Mahindra CRUZIO. So you can sit back and enjoy the profits with total peace of mind.

Experience Uncompromising Safety Features

When it comes to safety, Mahindra CRUZIO ups the bar with significant latest technology features such as driver-controlled door and the bus not moving until the door is closed, thereby helping to reduce the chances of an accident.

Another thoughtful safety feature in the CRUZIO is the height of the first step being optimised for easy access during entry and exit.

Tubeless tyres, driver voice alert, reversing camera, tyre pressure measuring system and improved day and night visibility for the driver due to a large wide windscreen, rearview mirrors, projector headlamps and fog lamps help make every journey in the Mahindra CRUZIO uncompromising on safety and comfort.

From the safety point of view, the Mahindra CRUZIO conforms to Rollover Test norms as per AIS 031 and the BUS Body code as per AIS 052 along with the latest AIS 153 requirements in terms of noise and vibration standards.

Experience A New Level of Driving Comfort

Driver comfort in the Mahindra CRUZIO has been greatly enhanced and optimised with a spacious, airy and well-lit front compartment. The ergonomic design of the driver cockpit provides a very comfortable and convenient work area with good seating position, ease of access to all controls and best frontal, side and rearview.  

Another added driver comfort is the clutch booster so that operating the clutch requires considerably less effort, making driving a truly comfortable and pleasant experience.

When it comes to driving performance, the CRUZIO gets Mahindra’s proven CRDe engine which enables it to generate greater power of 140 hp @ 2400 rpm with a torque of 525 Nm @1250-1800 rpm for better pickup.

With the new-age Mahindra CRUZIO it is time to give your bus fleet, business and profits a premium new makeover as it definitely ‘makes every journey luxurious’. Investing in the Mahindra CRUZIO today will prove to be a wise and profitable business decision for the long-term.

The CRUZIO Bus was unveiled at the Prestigious Prawaas 2019 Expo held at CIDCO Exhibition Centre, Navi Mumbai on July 25, 2019. The bus was unveiled by Mr. Anurag Dubey, VP-Sales & Customer Care and Mr. Rajeev Malik, Vice President–Marketing, Mahindra Truck and Bus Division.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Rajan Wadhera, President, Automotive Sector, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. said, “The unveiling of the new CRUZIO bus range marks a defining moment for our Truck and Bus business as we have taken our ICV bus platform to the next level of customer experience. Being BS-VI ready, the CRUZIO is all set to be a game-changer and is one of the safest, most ergonomic and comfortable buses that will set new standards in the market. Going forward, we will also launch the school and stage bus variants to further increase our portfolio.”

Mr. Vinod Sahay, CEO, Mahindra Truck and Bus and Construction Equipment Division, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd., added, “The CRUZIO demonstrates Mahindra’s ability to bring the best to Indian customers, and was developed on the basis of meticulously gathered consumer insights. Bus operators in this segment are clearly looking for a solution that can balance end-user benefits, as well as helping them optimize costs. I am confident that similar to the BLAZO X HCV & FURIO ICV range, the CRUZIO LPO Bus range will also set new benchmarks for performance, earnings and deliver better value to our customers.”

Read more about the unveil -

• http://bwautoworld.businessworld.in/article/Mahindra-unveils-CRUZIO-A-New-Bus-Range/26-07-2019-173981/
• https://www.thehindu.com/business/Industry/mahindra-unveils-cruzio-bus-range/article28713312.ece

MPOWER GAINS UNSTOPPABLE MOMENTUM.

On the of 14^th July, the 15^th edition of MPOWER, a Management Development Programme for NextGen Youth Transport Entrepreneurs got underway at the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIMA).

32 young transport entrepreneurs, selected by invitation, checked in for the 8-day course aimed at professionalizing Indian transport. These participants belong to some of the finest transport companies in India, of which, 3 were lady participants These entrepreneurs handle 19 different trucking applications like transportation of Cement, Fly-ash, Steel, Over Dimensional Consignment & Project Cargo, FMCG, Consumer Durables, Electronics, Finished Vehicles Transportation, Chemicals and Explosives Goods and many others.

MPOWER’s course has specifically been designed to help the NextGen transport entrepreneurs manage the growth of their organization and empower them to outperform in the Indian trucking ecosystem. 9 highly accomplished faculty members of IIM-Ahmedabad conducted the course which covered subjects like decision in fleet management, financial management, value addition via warehousing, managing spare parts and inventory, MIS design and analysis, and more. There were many other activities throughout the course like Management games and exercises, right-brain awakening workshop and reflections & experience-sharing workshops that were conducted. On the final day, the proceedings began with a group exercise where participants presented an Integrated Case Study.

On the concluding day, Mr. V Satyanarayana, Sr.GM- MHCV Sales, Mahindra Truck & Bus, interacted with the participants and shared his views on MPOWER and on the current state and challenges in the transport industry. With this, Mr. P V Satyanarayana and Mr. Rajeev Malik, VP, - Marketing, Mahindra Truck & Bus honored the participants with MPOWER certificates.      

MTB is partnering in the growth of its customer not only through its outperforming BLAZO X range but through ecosystem initiatives such as MPOWER, which are making a difference in their professional approach.

This successful engagement has motivated Mahindra Truck and Bus to reinvest in driving a positive change in the transport ecosystem

FuelSmart Technology - For Savings, Performance, & Versatility

Truck owners struggle to achieve profitability due to the following reasons:

1. Diesel prices constantly rising, and
2. Varying service conditions—heavy loads over flat roads, heavy loads over steep inclines, and light/zero loads.

How To Tackle The Problem

Price rise is countered by making engines more and more efficient, while varying service conditions call for the ability to switch three different engines in and out of the same truck on the fly!

Mahindra To The Rescue

Guess what? Both challenges have been addressed by Mahindra’s range of specially designed heavy commercial vehicles (HCVs), which use CRDe technology with electronically controlled diesel fuel injection. The combination of fuel economy and versatility in handling service conditions ensures profitability.

How CRDe Works

CRDe has an electronic control unit as a “brain”, which gets information about RPM, rail pressure, coolant temperature, oil pressure, and accelerator pedal from sensors. The engine’s mPOWER FuelSmart multi-mode switch reconfigures the engine for service conditions on the fly, adding life and performance to it.

Mahindra's 7.2 L FuelSmart engine has immense reserve capacity and is backed by 10 years of CRDe expertise. It delivers better mileage without the loss of power, pickup, or pulling ability—all with cleaner emissions, to keep you running for years.

Efficiency Innovation

The FuelSmart engine is one-of-its-kind in frugal fuel consumption. Its high fuel economy along with high performance with a high-pressure common-rail fuel injection system.

The Heavy-duty FuelSmart engines also feature the following innovations:

·         Unique individual cylinder head design lowers maintenance and repair costs

·         Modular cylinder head gasket for low replacement cost and ease of service

·         Wet liner design for minimum replacement cost

·         A water pump driven by the engine gear train instead of the belt, allowing trouble-free operation while also lowering chances of belt failure

·         Enhances vehicular capability to handle Dynamic road and load conditions

·         Optimised for Varied Duty cycles