Astro Motors unveils EV vehicles ‘Navya and Nova’

Excelsior Correspondent

JAMMU, May 29: Astro Motors, a manufacturer of commercial electric vehicles launched two of its flagship products in the L5 cargo and passenger segment called Navya and Nova, here today.
The new vehicles were launched underscoring its focus on user-centric game changing innovations which create operational and experiential value delivering delight.
The latest advancements were presented at the EV Expo in Pune.
Speaking on the occasion, Vitan Jagada, founder & CEO, Astro Motors said, “Astro’s first commercial product, a geared electric L5 cargo vehicle, is ready for rollout, with deliveries set to begin soon. Our L5 passenger variant is undergoing homologation for a July 2025 launch, followed by L3 cargo and passenger vehicles in October 2025. By early FY 2026, we plan to unveil a four-wheeler modular skateboard chassis, capable of supporting diverse vehicle types. The IP is fully owned by Astro, offering opportunities to license the platform and powertrain tech to other OEMs, extending its influence across the EV ecosystem.”
“Targeting both B2B and B2C markets, we envisage rapid domestic scaling via fleet partnerships and a wide distribution network. We are also looking at expansion into emerging global markets like Africa, Southeast Asia and Latin America, before entering mature economies. Guided by Industry 4.0 principle, we aim to build a global EV brand anchored in innovation, customer-centricity, and sustainable, lean operations,” said Jagada.
Astro Navya is India’s first geared electric commercial three-wheeler designed keeping in mind challenges that drivers and fleet owners face in running their vehicles and businesses efficiently and smoothly. A unique combination of a high-performance motor, battery and a gearbox has helped it unlock performance in all key impact areas like payload, battery usage and life, vehicle performance on bad roads, stop-go traffic and mountainous terrain.
The brand’s other popular launch, the Astro Nova is a passenger auto rickshaw designed to deliver unmatched comfort and space for the driver and the passengers.
The Astro Nova is a large-hearted way of looking at the category in a world where space and comfort is premium. The launch campaign for the Nova “Auto ka SUV” is designed to evoke the product’s unique benefits in a memorable manner.

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