Ashok Leyland ramps up production of DOST at Hosur
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Driven by the success of its first light commercial vehicle 'DOST', Hinduja group flagship company Ashok Leyland has ramped up production of the brand at Hosur plant, a top company official said.
"Since the launch last October, DOST has been receiving very encouraging response from markets for its performance, which is reflected in our healthy order position. Internally, we have been consistently ramping up our production at our brand new lines at Hosur (facility)", Hinduja Automotive Ltd, Executive Vice-Chairman Dr V Sumantran said.
Speaking after inaugurating their new dealership – KUN Capital at nearby Madhavaram yesterday Sumantran in a statement that the Hinduja group is very keen to broadbase their market. "By increasing our network, we will be better placed to reach and service our customers better".
Priced at Rs 3.89 lakh (ex-showroom Chennai), DOST is sold in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Gujarat, the statement said.