The second edition of the Passenger Vehicle Expo concluded on August 2, 2025 at the Chennai Trade Centre, cementing its place as one of India’s most important showcases for passenger mobility. 

Organised by the All Omni Bus Owners Association (AOBOA) with support from the Bus Operators Confederation of India (BOCI), the expo placed special emphasis on electrification, regulatory reforms, and technology adoption in intercity and premium passenger transport. 

Over three days, the event created a common platform for bus and coach OEMs, body builders, component suppliers, technology innovators, policymakers, and fleet operators to exchange ideas and strategies shaping the next phase of India’s passenger transport sector.

With a packed agenda of product displays, technical sessions, and business networking, the expo highlighted the growing importance of passenger vehicles in meeting the country’s mobility needs.

This event witnessed several new bus launches, with OEMs unveiling electric intercity coaches, premium sleeper models, and updated city bus designs tailored for evolving passenger expectations. 

From policy dialogues on AIS 153 compliance to debates on financing models for electric buses, the event fostered collaboration across stakeholders, underscoring the collective effort needed to drive India’s bus industry into a new era of efficiency and sustainability.

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Government Push for Infrastructure and PPP

During the inauguration, Honourable Minister of Transport SS Sivasankar assured the Omni Bus sector that its long-standing demands will be addressed in due course.

“Neither the government nor the private sector alone can fulfil growing public transport demands. A Public-Private Partnership model is essential to improve service delivery,” he said, while inspecting the new launches and presenting awards to top operators.

Industries Minister T R B Rajaa announced that high-speed charging infrastructure for commercial vehicles will soon be rolled out along key highways.

“The facility will enable full charging in 30 minutes and 70% charging in just 15 minutes,” he said, adding that the first setup will be in Ulundurpet.

Agenda Highlights Over Three Days

The expo agenda featured technical sessions, product demos, and policy discussions curated with IIT Madras, Anna University, SRM University, ITDP, and state transport training institutes.

Day 1:

• Opening ceremony and flagship bus launches (Damodar Rudra, Ashok Leyland Garud)
• Inaugural policy panel on Electrification of Tamil Nadu’s Transport Sector
• OEM showcases from Tata Motors, SRMPR Autotec, and Mahindra

Day 2:

• Workshops on Regulatory Modernisation and Alternative Fuels
• Technology sessions on AI, IoT, and connected vehicle innovations
• Fleet-Tech pitches from Rapido, Bitla Software, and Ezeeinfo

Day 3:

• Panel on Improving Emission Standards and Customer Service
• Fleet aggregator roundtable with IntrCity Smartbus, FlixBus, and Zingbus
• Closing keynote on the Future of Long-Distance Public Mobility in India

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Industry Participation

The 2025 edition of the expo featured several headline-grabbing launches, including Damodar Motors’ Rudra Sleeper Coach, Tata Motors’ new Magna EV 13.5M coach, and SRMPR Auto Tec’s Grand 1. Leading OEMs such as Volvo, Eicher, and Tata Motors also showcased their latest models.

The event brought together prominent OEMs like Eicher, Volvo, and Force Motors, along with key component suppliers including Apollo Tyres, Michelin, JK Tyres, Wheels India, Rambal, ELGI, Viva, and SPAL. Finance and fuel infrastructure providers such as Federal Bank, Think Gas, and Shell were also in attendance.

Expanding beyond buses, the expo also featured special displays like the Force Gurkha and a Volvo-Eicher caravan by SRMPR Auto Tec, highlighting the diverse range of passenger mobility solutions on offer.

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Passenger Vehicle Expo 2.0’s Impact

Passenger Vehicle Expo 2.0 has grown from a trade fair into a policy-shaping, innovation-driving platform. With strategic launches, high-level government engagement, and an emphasis on electrification infrastructure, this year’s edition set a roadmap for India’s intercity and premium transport sector.

The focus now shifts to how quickly PPP models and EV charging networks can be rolled out, and whether the momentum generated in Chennai will translate into long-term industry transformation.