Mahindra launches Furio 8 LCV truck with mileage guarantee
Mahindra's Truck and Bus division (MTB), a part of the Mahindra Group, has launched the Mahindra Furio 8, a range of Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs), with a bold assurance: 'Get the highest mileage or give the truck back.'Produced at Mahindra's manufacturing facility in Chakan, Maharashtra, the Furio 8 is available in two configurations – 4-tyre and 6-tyre cargo variants – and is tailored for a wide spectrum of business applications within the LCV segment. Positioned as a vehicle that maximises profitability, the Furio 8 boasts class-leading mileage, higher payload capacity, and a modern, driver-focused cabin designed for comfort, safety, and convenience.advertisementSpeaking on the launch, Vinod Sahay, President – Trucks, Buses, CE, Aerospace & Defence and Member of the Group Executive Board, Mahindra Group, said, "The launch of the new Mahindra FURIO 8 range of LCV trucks with the guarantee, 'Get The Highest Mileage or Give the Truck Back', will help our customers earn the highest operating profit from their FURIO 8 in this category. The new truck series sets new benchmarks of excellence and customer-centricity while reflecting our serious commitment to the segment and confidence in our products."
Dr Venkat Srinivas, Business Head – MTB & CE, added, "Mahindra Furio 8 is engineered to deliver higher earnings, lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), minimal maintenance, and unmatched safety, comfort, and convenience – ensuring profit, peace of mind and higher prosperity for our customers."advertisementFurio 8 also introduces double service guarantees:Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine36-hour guaranteed workshop turnaround or Rs 3,000 compensation per extra day48-hour guaranteed roadside assistance or Rs 1,000 per extra dayAdditionally, the truck is equipped with Mahindra iMAXX, an advanced telematics platform, offering features such as:Real-time vehicle tracking and geofencingVehicle health diagnosticsDriver performance insights
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