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.

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.

The Swedish manufacturer will begin mass production and sales of heavy-duty fuel-cell electric trucks in the second half of this decade, following the recent start of prototype trials on the company’s test track. 

Strong sales and order book for Meteor extra heavy-duty tractor trucks, says VWCO.

The project, named ‘Symbio H2 Central Valley Express’, involves the development of a prototype hydrogen truck - intended to match the performance of a 15-litre diesel truck - which will be tested on a 400-mile route from the second half of 2023.

MAN Malaysia has delivered the first TGX truck in Malaysia after the new flagship model was unveiled at the Malaysia Commercial Vehicle Expo (MCVE 2022) in March

T&BB interviewed Gary Patterson, Executive VP of North America at GAUSSIN, where he explained the firm's move into the continent and its plans to develop products for the on-highway segment.

Costs of production most challenging, says Krone's marketing and sales MD, yet investment continues in production, R&D and technology

Cummins has begun a partnership with Daimler Trucks North America to retrofit Freightliner Cascadia trucks with a Cummins fourth-generation hydrogen fuel cell powertrain. The firms expect initial units will be available in 2024 for the North American market.

Maumee, Ohio-based Dana Inc has entered an agreement with Lion Electric Co of Saint-Jérôme, Canada, to supply its electric trucks and buses with drive components. The agreement covers electric motors, inverters, controllers, axles, and driveshafts for all of Lion’s electric platforms.

The Swedish manufacturer will introduce fossil-free steel, made using a new technology based on hydrogen by SSAB, into its line of heavy-duty electric trucks, starting in the third quarter of 2022. 

Warwick-based Dennis Eagle Ltd has launched a new battery electric 4x2 refuse vehicle, named the eCollect. This is the second configuration of eCollect, smaller than the original 6x2 model. The new variant is fitted with three battery packs instead of five.