Tata Motors Focuses on Reliability Through ‘Better Always’ Strategy

By Jony Shekhawat | Published Date : February 24, 2026

Driven by innovation and customer focus, Tata Motors continues to strengthen its commercial vehicle portfolio through better technology, improved efficiency, and long-term mobility solutions for transporters and businesses.

In the commercial vehicle industry, change happens slowly but steadily. Some companies follow trends, while others quietly build them. Tata Motors has followed the second path. Through its long-running philosophy “Better Always,” the company has focused on improving products step by step instead of chasing quick success.

Today, whether it is Tata commercial vehicles or even pickups, the idea remains simple — make vehicles more reliable, more efficient and more useful for customers every year.

Leadership Driving The Change

Table of Contents

1. Leadership Driving The Change

2. More Than A Tagline — What “Better Always” Really Means

3. From Selling Vehicles To Supporting Businesses

4. Engineering Built Around Profitability

5. Safety Becoming A Core Responsibility

6. Vision For Future Mobility

7. Strong Push Toward Electrification And Sustainability

8. Innovation Seen Through Continuous Launches

9. Building A Complete Support Ecosystem

10. Bharat Moves Forward With Better Always

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The transformation of the commercial vehicle business is being guided by Girish Wagh, Managing Director and CEO of the commercial vehicle division. His leadership style focuses on listening closely to customers and solving real operational problems instead of only adding features on paper.

During a recent interaction at Bharat Mandapam in 2026, he clearly shared the company’s direction — mobility solutions must improve profitability, safety and electrification at the same time. According to him, the industry is changing fast and vehicles must evolve with customer expectations, new technology and sustainability goals.

More Than A Tagline — What “Better Always” Really Means

For Tata Motors, Better Always is not just marketing language. It reflects how the company designs vehicles and runs its entire ecosystem.

The approach focuses on:

• Becoming faster in responding to market needs
• Challenging existing industry limits
• Improving customer results in daily operations
• Supporting long-term sustainable growth

Instead of short-term gains, the company looks at long-term value for fleet owners, drivers, investors and policymakers.

From Selling Vehicles To Supporting Businesses

Earlier, buying a vehicle mostly ended at delivery. Now the company focuses on the full ownership journey.

Customers today get:

• Connected vehicle platforms like Fleet Edge
• Real-time fleet tracking and performance data
• Predictive maintenance alerts
• Financing and lifecycle support

For operators running Tata pickups or heavy trucks, this helps control downtime and manage operating costs better.

Engineering Built Around Profitability

Recent developments clearly show that engineering decisions now directly focus on transporter earnings.

New truck platforms offer:

1. Up to 1.8-tonne higher payload capacity through improved suspension design
2. Around 8% better fuel efficiency due to engine upgrades and aerodynamic changes

For fleet owners, these improvements mean more trips, lower fuel usage and better daily income.

Safety Becoming A Core Responsibility

Driver safety has become an important part of development. New cabins follow stricter global safety standards and provide better protection during accidents. Comfort has also improved through better seating position, visibility and cabin ergonomics. Insurance support programs and driver welfare initiatives further show the company’s long-term approach toward people behind the wheel.

These upgrades benefit operators using Tata buses for passenger transport as well as long-haul Tata trucks.

Vision For Future Mobility

The company aims to become a global mobility solutions leader by 2029.
Its future vision stands on a few clear pillars:

• Trust built through reliability
• Technology that remains affordable for small businesses
• Customer feedback shaping vehicle engineering

Instead of developing vehicles in isolation, teams work closely with transporters to understand real road challenges.

Strong Push Toward Electrification And Sustainability

Sustainability is now a major focus area. The company has set an ambitious Net Zero emissions target for 2045. Electrification is expanding across segments — from small delivery vehicles to heavy trucks and buses. Partnerships with industries such as steel, cement, ports and e-commerce companies help develop electric vehicles suited to real logistics work.

Innovation Seen Through Continuous Launches

The company’s journey can be understood through consistent product launches over the years:

• 2026 — Mega 17-truck launch and Azura platform introduction
• 2025 — New Ace Pro mini truck
• 2023 — Ace Diesel, Ace HT+, Intra V70 and V50 models
• 2022 — Ace EV launch
• 2021 — 21 commercial vehicles introduced in one day
• 2020 — Signa 4825.TK heavy tipper
• 2018 — Next-generation Ultra range
• 2009 — Prima global truck platform

Each launch reflects changing customer needs rather than sudden shifts.

Building A Complete Support Ecosystem

In October 2025, the commercial vehicle business was reorganised into a dedicated structure for sharper focus and faster decision-making.

Today, customers benefit from:

• More than 1,600 service touchpoints
• Presence across nearly 90% of Indian districts
• Workshops are available roughly every 62 km

This support network helps improve uptime and reduce unexpected repair costs.

Bharat Moves Forward With Better Always

The Better Always philosophy shows how Tata Motors has grown from simply manufacturing vehicles to becoming a mobility solutions partner. From safer cabins and connected technologies to electric innovation and customer-focused engineering, the company continues improving step by step. 

Under Girish Wagh’s leadership, Tata commercial vehicles and Tata pickups are being shaped for efficiency, profitability and sustainability. Instead of one big change, the journey is about steady progress — improving a little every day, but never stopping.

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Frequently Asked Questions on Commercial Vehicles

Q1. What mileage do Tata commercial vehicles usually deliver?

Ans. Mileage depends on vehicle size and application. Small Tata pickups may deliver around 14–18 kmpl, while medium trucks offer 7–10 kmpl and heavy-duty long-haul trucks generally provide 3–5 kmpl.

Q2. What loading capacity options are available in Tata commercial vehicles?

Ans. Tata commercial vehicles range from mini trucks carrying around 750 kg to heavy multi-axle trucks capable of handling more than 40 tonnes, depending on configuration and usage.

Q3. What key features are available in modern Tata trucks and buses?

Ans. Modern models include digital instrument clusters, telematics tracking, fuel monitoring systems, improved sleeper cabins, air brakes, power steering, and enhanced driver comfort features.

Q4. Which engine types are used in Tata commercial vehicles?

Ans. Tata offers diesel engines, CNG options, electric powertrains, and alternative fuel technologies like LNG and hydrogen-ready platforms, depending on the vehicle segment and application needs.

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