The Force Matador 1969 was one of India’s earliest light commercial vehicles, manufactured by Bajaj Tempo Ltd. (now Force Motors) under a license from Tempo-Werke, Germany. It was manufactured in India, not designed in India. Its boxy, practical van-like form made it perfect for transporting both passengers and luggage, and it quickly became common throughout Indian cities and towns. Powered by a 2- or 3-cylinder diesel engine, which is renowned for its toughness and fuel efficiency, the vehicle featured a front-engine, front-wheel-drive arrangement, which was uncommon in India at the time. The Matador's body was made from pressed steel panels, built on a ladder-type chassis, offering durability and ease of repair. The interiors were minimal, with metal dashboards and basic seats using leatherette or vinyl upholstery. Because of its adaptable design, it might be used as delivery vans, minibuses, or ambulances. In India's transport history, the Matador was particularly important for rural travel and small-scale trade in the late 1960s and early 1970s.