At Interschutz 2022, ZF showcased a modular drive system with electric motor, automatic transmission, and transfer case, and a new EcoLife transmissions system - both designed for offroad use.

BYD Europe, the European subsidiary of Shenzhen, China-based BYD Auto Co Ltd has received its first order for an 18-metre articulated e-bus from the Iberian Peninsula.

Scania primarily showcased the CrewCab, a tractor unit with a number of features specially suited to rescue and emergency applications, and a fire truck for use in airports with a hybrid propulsion system.

The British firm unveiled a variant of the 7.5t battery-electric model - a dual-powered vehicle with an electric motor driven primarily by batteries but supported by fuel cells which extend the range to 500 km.

Knorr-Bremse AG, based in Munich, Germany, has signed a contract to acquire a majority stake in Spanish connectivity and digitalisation specialist Cojali S.L., based in Campo de Criptana. The signed contract values the 55% stake in Cojali at EUR200 million.

Volvo's electrification-focused business unit invested approximately SEK50m in exchange for a 10% stake in Connected Energy, a British firm providing services related to second-life battery storage and use.

The SWITCH EiV 12, whose design is akin to that of the recently-launched ‘e1’ bus for the European market, has already been available for some time in India, with orders currently standing at over 600 units.

Prevost is developing the new coach and retrofit kit through a forgivable loan of CAD15.15m and a grant of CAD7.5m from the Government of Quebec, through its investment firm Investissement Québec.

The ProTec Independent Front Suspension, which has a gross axle weight rating of up to 20,000 lbs and twin tube performance dampers, is the first Meritor has designed specifically for the ride quality and heavy load requirements of coaches. 

The I-Shift gearbox is currently fitted with all heavy-duty Volvo trucks as standard, but new vehicles will come with an improved version with faster clutch actuation resulting in a shorter torque interruption and smoother gear shifting.

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