The simulation will create a "digital twin" or virtual counterpart which will work in parallel with the actual manufacturing process, allowing the company to identify and resolve potential problems in the real production line.

ZF and FST are collaborating on a three-year project to develop a hydrogen fuel-cell electric coach, assessing optimal dimensions, thermal management and load peaks for fuel cell systems.

ZF opened a new technical facility in Blythe Valley Park in Solihull, UK, dedicated to the research and development of autonomous, electric and digital technologies.

Meritor will support PACCAR in its federal-funded research project by providing its 'Blue Horizon ePowertrain' technology.

ULEMCo is developing a vehicle platform for specialised truck applications using Toyota's hydrogen fuel cell module. At COP26, the company showcased the world's first hydrogen-powered ambulance.

MAN presented its new truck generation at Solutrans which features a range of new ADAS features and changes to the transmissions and fuel options. In addition, the company announced its plans for autonomous trucks.

Recipients of the federal research funding include PACCAR, Volvo Group North America, Daimler Trucks North America, Ford, and General Motors.

Ashok Leyland Ltd of Chennai, has built up dedicated teams at its Hosur engine plant to develop and deliver advanced alternative-fuelled engines. It offers fully homologated CNG and LNG powered engines manufactured at the Hosur plant.

Cummins Inc., based in Columbus, Indiana, has announced it will locate its New Power China headquarters in Shanghai, within the Lingang New Area, a free trade pilot zone.

The site, expected to be completed in Q3 2022, will be the new home of e-mobility subsidiary Promech Technologies and will have room for manufacturing, R&D, and offices.

Start-up companies can pitch and develop their ideas via the platform; approved proposals will gain market access and technical and business support from the Japanese CV manufacturer.

The Vienna-based subsidiary, led by Manfred Heidegger and Andreas Hager, will take over coordination of software development for pepper motion.