The front independent axle aims to increase the efficiency, balance and structure of the electric vehicles.

The test was conducted by Mesilla Valley Transportation Solutions (MVTS) of Las Cruces, New Mexico on a 25.5-mile route, comprising urban and highway roads.

The new MAN VOK-08-F bus front axle will go into production in mid-2024 for installation in New Flyer of America’s range of Xcelsior transit bus models.

Allison has partnered with Anadolu Isuzu to integrate this e-axle into its Novo Volt electric midi coach (7.3-metre), marking the first time the eGen Power 85S will be integrated into a midi coach of this kind.

ZF displayed this model variant at Busworld Europe in Brussels at the same time.

“HÜBNER is more than just a supplier of articulated bus systems,” announces Uwe Bittroff, Managing Director of the HÜBNER Group of Kassel at Busworld Europe last month. “As a global supplier, we offer our customers integrated, customized solutions."

The Euro VI engine's maximum torque has been increased by 50 (to 150 Nm) and offers lower fuel consumption and longer time between service intervals than previous generations due to high torque and low revs. The new powertrains are able to run on HVO biodiesel.

The e-Sys is an electrical traction drive system for semi-trailer applications.

Under the name of its sister company within the Boler Group of Watson & Chalin India Pvt Ltd, Hendrickson is introducing additional heavy-duty trailer axles, which are new to the Indian market.

In partnership with trailer refrigeration specialist, Thermo King, axle and suspension manufacturer BPW Group has been developing a new axle module, called ePower, for recovering energy from the trailer axles while braking and converting it to electricity to power a refrigeration unit.

The Primaax EX is recommended to customers who need trucks for vocational and heavy haulage applications.

Schmitz earlier this year opened its factory in Manchester and is looking to expand its product range as well as volumes accordingly.