Telma’s retarders for commercial vehicles do not use drag force from brake pads to slow the vehicle down; instead, they are “induction” or “eddy current” brakes which use electromagnetism to dissipate the kinetic energy as heat, thus slowing the vehicle down without any friction.

The most popular features among fleet owners are real-time location, alerts, speed history, idle time and TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System), says Librelato.

In addition to aiding fleet operators transition to zero-emissions, the ability to customise the vehicle for specific use requirements should also be able to optimise truck operating costs.

The ‘City 45 Electric’, based on the Mercedes ‘Sprinter’ van, is a 7.4-metre vehicle with seating for up to 20 passengers.

The steering concepts have been developed over three years in response to a survey of bus drivers conducted by the RMT, which found that 78% of drivers surveyed said that their work causes them back pain, shoulder pain, and/or neck pain.

In August 2022, during the event LAT.BUS Transpúblico 2022 – Latin American Transport Fair, held in the city of São Paulo, three vehicles were presented to the public in Virtual Reality.

The ‘eTGX’ and ‘eTGS’ are a continuation of the longstanding TG-range of trucks, with electric drivelines that will reportedly deliver up to 800 kilometres of range.

The Beyond Greenance Kit, designed for light commercial vehicles (LCVs) promises to reduce particulate emissions by more than 80% and last longer than equivalent products.

The idea is to allow customers to find public chargers nearby which can accommodate trucks and pay for charging their vehicles on receipt of a single consolidated invoice.

September 1, 2023 sees Erica Correa Daumichen responsible for the operations of the 4.0 factories in São Bernardo do Campo (SP) and Juiz de Fora (MG).

King Long unveiled three electric vehicles: The PEV9 9.18 metre city midibus, PEV6 5.99 metre city minibus and the 12.25-metre C12E electric coach.

The new dealerships are in Torreón, Coahuila, and Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico and in San Pedro Sula, Honduras.