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Cloud based operating system for whole transportation industry head Transport Engineer / September 23, 2016 Volkswagen Truck & Bus will be launching an ‘open’, cloud-based ‘operating system’ that it says will be available to the entire transportation industry – including competitors – and promising easier information flows across entire supply chains. Dubbed RIO, the system bundles digital solutions with a uniform information and application system for logistics. MAN has also been announced as the first sponsor of RIO, and is now taking responsible for developing the brand within the Volkswagen Truck & Bus Group. Andreas Renschler, CEO of Volkswagen Truck & Bus, explains that RIO will combine information from tractors, trailers, bodies, drivers and orders, scheduling systems, etc, as well as traffic, weather and navigation data. Algorithms being developed will then offer analysis, forecasting and transport re-optimisation. , “RIO will fundamentally change the world of transportation as we know it,” states Renschler. “For the first time, our unified platform enables the registration, management, and integrated use of all data and information available in the transportation system,” he exlains. “That is beneficial for our customers because it makes their business more profitable. And it is good for the environment, because we will see fewer empty trucks on the road.” “What we can see emerging here is a platform where each user will benefit individually from its added value – regardless of how the fleet looks, which vehicle with which body is carrying the sales order, and which logistics software is used,” adds Joachim Drees, CEO of MAN Truck & Bus. “Logistics 4.0 can only succeed if artificial barriers and data islands are overcome. That is why we are making every effort to support the development of RIO.” As of spring 2017, new MAN trucks, he says, will all be equipped with RIO as standard. In addition, any Scania customers can connect with the platform on request. And, using a retrofit box, any vehicle can be integrated into the network. Markus Lipinsky, chief digital officer at MAN and responsible for RIO, comments: “This is not about launching another telematics system. Instead, we deliberately designed RIO as an open platform that brings together the numerous island solutions. “I am convinced that one technology company alone cannot master the complexity of the logistics industry. We are therefore looking for as many partners as possible with the same objective: to optimise the global transportation chain, thereby reducing costs and emissions.” RIO will be available early next year (2017).

Transport Engineer / September 23, 2016 Haldex has used the IAA commercial vehicles show, in Hanover, Germany, to debut its lightest ever disc brake in the ModulT air disc brake range for trucks and trailers. The new DBT 22 MD, designed for trucks and buses, delivers a maximum brake torque of 25kNm yet weighs in at just 34kg with pads – several kg lighter than comparable competing assemblies. The latest version of Haldex’s DBT 22 LT ModulT for trailers and semi-trailers has also been slimmed down and now weighs less than 30kg with pads, making it the lightest 22.5-inch disc brake for trailers on the market. Also appearing in Hanover was haldex’s DBT 19 LT trailer brake offering a maximum brake torque of 18kNm. “Haldex is entering into a new era for disc brakes, with the 22-inch model for trucks,” states Bo Annvik, president and CEO of Haldex. “We have been demonstrating this model to selected customers since the spring with very positive response. Now it’s presented for a larger audience at the IAA show.” Annvik says Haldex now plans to repeat the success it has achieved in the trailer market in the truck segment. “With the technology shift in North America from drum brakes to disc brakes, we are well positioned with our current disc brake offering.” All ModulT brakes use Haldex's ‘single-tappet’ mechanism, claimed to improve support and uniformity of pressure on the brake pads, while also reducing weight – although Annvik says all parts, including the calliper, have undergone finite element analysis to optimise weight. .

Cummins accelerates fuel efficiency offer at IAA Transport Engineer / September 22, 2016 Cummins is unveiling a range of new technologies at the IAA Show (Hanover; 22-29 September), including high-efficiency turbocharger components and a mid-range fuel system that can deliver up to 8% fuel savings. Cummins is also showcasing its aftertreatment solutions expertise with a new Compact Box (pictured) and Single Module, offering a 60% space reduction and 40% weight reduction. The turbocharger component design features a Mixed Flow Turbine Wheel enables turbine efficiency improvements of 2-3% and lower inertia resulting in improved transient response and fuel economy at key engine operating points. A Wastegate Blown Diffuser improves turbine stage efficiency by up to 5% resulting in increased fuel economy and reduced CO2, while the Twin Port option on electric wastegates can increase stage flow by up to 45%, allowing engine downsizing without a loss in power, as well as optimising aftertreatment. The new mid-range fuel system on show will be launched in 2017 and, says Cummins, offer industry-leading injection pressure as demonstrated on the Heavy Duty XPI Fuel System. This tailored system also delivers optimal engine performance and improved fuel economy to mid-range engines. The system can provide up to 5% fuel efficiency improvements by optimising injector specification based on the duty cycle and selecting the right pump size at engine integration level. Also launching in 2017, Cummins Emission Solutions is meeting customer needs for improved efficiency for heavy-duty cab over truck applications with the development of a new Compact Box – 20% smaller than the most compact Euro 6 HD box systems currently on the market, the redesigned aftertreatment solution offers simplified vehicle integration to reduce installation costs and potential improved fuel economy. The new high performance Compact Box also achieves higher NOx conversion rates when compared to the current modular aftertreatments in the market. Also on display at IAA is Cummins’ new Single Module, a single cylinder system up to 60% smaller and 40% lighter than current modular aftertreatment systems and promising improved PM and NOx capabilities. .

Thermo King plugs into refrigerated transport innovation at IAA Transport Engineer / September 21, 2016 Thermo King has unveiled the first fully telematics-enabled refrigerated trailer unit at the IAA Show today (21 September). Called the SLXi, Thermo King says it can deliver up to 20% fuel savings compared to its predecessor, thanks to customisable profile conditions for each application. Available as single- and multi-temperature refrigeration units, the SLXi also offers enhanced temperature control with the SR-3 Controller giving both set point control and temperature displays in increments of 0.1 degrees Celsius. The unit can also be accessed remotely: a Thermo King BlueBox communication device collects data, which is then accessible via a free smartphone app or Bluetooth-enabled device. Users can manage defrost, pre-trip, set point and additional operating mode settings remotely without a contract or subscription. The range also incorporates features to boost users’ environmental credentials, including lower engine speeds and fuel consumption due to the 27% larger condenser coil, and a 15% cut in NOx emissions. Also making its debut at IAA is the Hybrid Drive Trailer concept, which combines the expertise and technologies of Thermo King and Frigoblock. The Thermo King Hybrid Drive allows a refrigerated semi-trailer attached to a tractor with a Frigoblock Enviro Drive inverter filter to run electrically – enabling the trailer refrigeration unit to be powered as a hybrid drive, by either the electric alternator or through its own diesel engine. The result, says Thermo King, is a solution that could save 5,000 litres of fuel per year for an operator with an intensive distribution application. The standard TK BlueBox telematics system stores data and enables two-way communication to ensure the load is protected at all times, and the geo-location feature will automatically switch the power between diesel and truck Enviro Drive as required or necessary. In another first, Thermo King is showcasing the UT Spectrum, extending its UT-Series of under-mount refrigeration units for truck and drawbar trailer applications. Designed for distributors who need multiple temperature zones, the UT Spectrum offers two or three compartment configurations for fresh and frozen goods. The low-emission, low-noise unit comes with R-452A refrigerant as standard. .

Knorr-Bremse Press Release / September 19, 2016 Knorr-Bremse is developing a new generation of disk brakes for heavy-duty commercial vehicles. Known as Synact, they not only set new standards for performance and weight but also drive forward digitization of the wheelend. Building on the experience acquired in the production of more than 32 million truck and trailer disc brakes worldwide, Knorr-Bremse’s development engineers are currently working on a new brake generation called Synact – the name derives from a combination of synergy and actuation. The design of the mechanical parts is such that clearance is reliably kept within a narrow tolerance band, while the internal mechanics are very smooth-running and ideally geared. The caliper is lighter but at the same time stronger and ensures that a braking torque of 30 KN can be maintained even during prolonged braking maneuvers. Knorr-Bremse has thereby laid the foundations for very good responsiveness and enhanced braking torque regulation. Combined with an approach that offers a complete, functionally optimized wheelend including friction pairing and actuator, Synact sets the standards for the vehicle generations of the future as well as paving the way for the automation steps to be expected in the coming years, such as platooning. Synact lays the foundations for a complete modular system that will enable the brakes to be equipped with various functionalities in line with customer requirements. In addition, Synact clears the way for further advances in terms of automated driving. Customer benefits for vehicle operators and manufacturers Along with advantages in active safety, Synact offers tangible customer benefits including longer service life, lower weight and easier maintenance. Synact also provides the basis for the advanced future connectivity of mechanical and electronic brake components. As well as replacing purely mechanical functions with mechatronic ones, the developers at Knorr-Bremse are planning to provide sensor-based condition monitoring for the entire wheelend. More braking torque, less weight Thanks to the optimized design of the caliper and backing plate and the ingenious structure of the internal mechanics, Synact enters a new dimension in terms of power-to-weight ratio. Braking torque has been increased by eleven percent and at the same time weight has been reduced by some ten percent. Further benefits are generated in conjunction with the complete wheelend – brake, disc, pad and actuators – through the use of the optimized flat SD disc, for example. Compared to conventional disc designs, this not only saves additional weight – thanks to their special design, these discs also show less deformation at extreme temperatures, develop fewer heat cracks and ensure more even use of the friction mass, making for optimum wear and thus an even longer service life.

GM's 2017 heavy duty diesel trucks to get 910 lb-ft of torque Auto Blog / September 24, 2016 According to Truck Trend, GM's newest heavy duty pickup trucks will pick up quite a bit more power and torque. The publication spotted a recent GM Powertrain ordering catalog that had the engine specs for the 2017 model year and managed to get some screenshots before the catalog was taken down, and they can be viewed here. The screenshots revealed that the 6.6-liter turbodiesel V8 powering the Silverado and Sierra heavy duty models will boast 445 horsepower and 910 lb-ft of torque. This is a substantial gain over the current models' 397 horsepower and 765 lb-ft of torque, and as Truck Trend points out, it exceeds the Ford Super Duty line's horsepower output of 440, but comes short of the 925 lb-ft rating. Truck Trend credits part of this output gain to the new intake system GM will introduce on the 2017 heavy duties. The intake gets 60 percent of its air from a scoop on the hood, with the other 40 percent coming from behind one of the front fenders. GM doesn't reveal horsepower figures in the press release about the scoop, but it does say the cooler air helps with maintaining the engine's output, and that the scoop does produce a ram-air affect, providing more air at speed. As we know, more air plus more fuel equals more power, but there's likely more to the power increase in this engine than only the intake.

Truck Trend / September 24, 2016 The ever-escalating diesel horsepower and torque race appears it’s in full force, if figures found on the GM Powertrain site are any indication. Technically, the site is in the public domain, but is generally only visited by dealers. We were able to get a screen grab of the figures before GM had a chance to pull them down. As you can see, the figures for the next-generation L5P 6.6L Duramax V-8 are clear to see – 445 hp at 2,800 rpm and 910 lb-ft at 1,600 rpm. This gives the L5P a 5 hp edge over the 2017 Super Duty’s 6.7L Power Stroke, and 15 lb-ft less peak torque. But being this close to 1,000 lb-ft, who’s counting? This temporarily puts Ram third in the torque race, a position it once held in first place with 900 lb-ft. So far, GM has revealed a new two-path intake system for the L5P, allowing it to ingest greater quantities of air. We now know that extra air has been used to good effect. The only other information revealed in the powertrain guide is that the 103 x 99 mm bore and stroke dimensions and 16.0:1 compression ratio remain. We’ll have to wait until next week for specs such as peak boost. .

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Scania Group Press Release / September 26, 2016 Scania Site Optimisation can help mine operators identify waste in their work processes, before offering a range of solutions to boost logistical flows that can be tailored to the customer’s needs. With mine operators around the world facing overcapacity and low commodity prices, their need for ‘lean’ efficiency measures is becoming crucial. Now Scania, which has more than doubled its output per employee in production over the last twenty years, can bring its experience of lean production in truck manufacturing to the mining sector. “Scania Site Optimisation is a framework of tools and methods which identifies inefficiencies in logistical flows,” explains Björn Winblad, Head of Scania Mining. “We are able to find and target bottlenecks in those flows using information relayed to us from communication units in each vehicle. That helps us map the flow in the mine – such as where the trucks load and unload – and provide us with data that we can analyse.” “Based on our analysis, we can provide the customer with a choice of services, products and actions to help them improve efficiency. We believe that Scania Site Optimisation could have a huge positive impact on a mining operator’s bottom line.” A truly holistic approach Scania Site Optimisation measures and evaluates production performance factors in five aspects, all of which are issues commonly faced by the mining industry: Time (e.g. cycle time, uptime, queues of trucks, etc.) Road (e.g. route design, maintenance issues, etc.) Load (e.g. equipment matching, overloading, spilling, etc.) Safety (e.g. overspeeding, etc.) Sustainability (e.g. fuel consumption, emissions, etc.). Customers can then choose from a full range of solutions according to their individual needs, whether it be data reporting, advisory services, improvement services, or even the outsourcing of the management of parts of their whole transport operation to Scania. “We are leading the way with this holistic approach,” says Winblad. “And we can also use our expertise and smart solutions from other industries, such as long haulage transport or bus transport, and apply them in mining. The services that Scania Site Optimisation can incorporate are all individually tried and tested modules that already exist.” Launching at MINExpo, but proof of concept already achieved Scania Site Optimisation is being unveiled during MINExpo, the world’s largest mining and equipment exhibition, which is held every four years in Las Vegas. The 2016 MINExpo will take place 26–28 September. Scania has been trialling this new concept for the past couple of years at various sites around the world, and customers have discovered its potential for efficiency improvements. .

More bus travel needed to reach climate target Scania Group Press Release / September 23, 2016 Time is running out and immediate action is required to fulfil the Paris climate target of no more than a two-degree global warming. At IAA, Scania outlined three cornerstones that are crucial for achieving sustainable transport: Smarter transport to make public transport an attractive alternative to passenger car travel through, for example, rapid bus systems, Energy savings by a host of measures, including electrification, Replacement of fossil energy with renewable energy with the increased use of alternative fuels. Scania’s three buses on display at IAA all contribute to this end. Jonas Kempe and Anna Carmo e Silva, Scania Buses and Coaches, outline how these buses contribute to the shift towards more sustainable transport. .

Connected services simplify driving Scania Group Press Release / September 23, 2016 With the new truck generation ­Scania ­introduces several useful connected ­services. Building on its innovative data platform and high-speed communicator, Scania initially releases two services that will simplify work on the road for drivers. Remote Heater Control is a long awaited service for harsh winters. Instead of starting the workday with mittens when entering a chilly cab, drivers can look forward to comfortable temperatures from the outset. Thanks to the app available for IOS and Android, ­drivers can remotely set the desired climate well in advance from their mobile phones. In anticipation of a cold spell, the driver and the transport operator can remotely access, ­control and programme heaters in needed trucks. Fleet owners can easily start heaters in all their vehicles from the Scania Fleet Management Portal. Messaging, Address Book and Routes will facilitate communication between the driver, the transporter and the customer. With the Scania Fleet Management app ­connected to the new audio system touch screen display, information from the transport operator’s dispatch systems can be instantly transmitted to the driver as a chat. The transport planner can send loading and delivery location details. As these are sent, the optimal route is calculated by the onboard navigation system and displayed with the estimated time of arrival. The latter can then be conveyed to the customer. “Thanks to the integration of Scania’s C300 communicator with the media and climate systems, we have a host of new highly functional applications in the pipeline that will make owning and driving Scania trucks even more ­attractive,” says Mikael Stavaeus, Project Manager for ­Product Integrated Services. .

Scania’s application-focused solutions: Optimised customer profitability is Scania’s goal Scania Group Press Release / September 21, 2016 Scania is further developing its approach to and dialogue with customers, with a focus on each customer’s individual needs for specific applications. Connected vehicles that are optimally adapted for different assignments and supported by related services are the cornerstone of Scania’s solutions. Scania Maintenance with Flexible Plans is a unique service that ensures precisely the right maintenance as well as increased vehicle availability. Scania is redefining the truck industry’s definition of ’premium’ with its focus on providing customers with optimal conditions for sustainable profitability, including looking at how customers’ earning capacity can be optimised. Scania is placing particular focus on integrated related-services such as Driver Services (driver coaching) and Fleet Care (operation and maintenance of fleets). Scania’s goal is to become the leading partner in the development of sustainable transport solutions. The recently introduced new generation of trucks is clear evidence that Scania is taking this challenge seriously. In addition to the new product range itself, Scania is introducing tailor-made solutions for 36 different applications as part of its efforts to always be able to offer customers the most sustainable solutions for every type of transport assignment. Valuable information is continuously being obtained from the more than 210,000 connected Scania vehicles that are currently in service. With the introduction of our new truck generation, we’re placing an even greater focus on the opportunities for connected European customers to earn money through their investment in solutions from Scania,” says Christopher Podgorski, Senior Global Vice President, Scania Trucks. “Our focus on applications, integrated solutions, modularisation, and user-based data make us the industry leader. With help from these tools, our salespeople – in dialogue with customers – can tailor optimised solutions with the potential for optimal profitability for all types of driving assignments.” Scania views every truck as a production unit – the better suited it is to its unique duties and the more supported it is by tailor-made services, the bigger the haulage company’s potential to get a return on its investment. The haulier’s results are affected by a range of factors. Some of them are relatively simple to identify and influence. Others are controlled by circumstances beyond their own control or seem insignificant at first glance, despite the fact that over time they can have a major influence on both costs and revenue. “We have the insights and experience needed to create optimised solutions,” says Podgorski. “Because Scania also has access to crucial information such as actual operational data from real vehicles, our way of working gives powerful leverage to our customers in the form of optimised solutions that take in everything from usage-based maintenance, to finance and insurance. The effects of digitalisation The ongoing shift to digitalisation and the steady increase in access to decision-making data – including operational and performance data – means that Scania can be proactive and innovative. From an ocean of information, Scania chooses and analyses relevant data for each application and driving activity. “We are fast entering a world where services and smart management of information form the basis of profitability,” says Podgorski. “Many in the transport industry are still working with a strict focus on costs, with the vehicle’s purchase price a typical factor. In cases like this, it’s important to remember that things such as earning ability – which is largely controlled by how optimised the vehicle is for its particular duties – have a far greater impact on whether there’s a profit or a loss for the business.” A good example of the way that Scania uses its accumulated knowledge is the newly developed sales support system. It distills the company’s collective knowledge regarding trucks, optimised transport solutions, and industry conditions as well as actual customer needs for different applications. This work tool is the result of many years’ work involving collating, analysing and spreading Scania’s significant know-how regarding the multifaceted truck and transport industry. Scania was one of the pioneers of connecting all vehicles for purposes such as optimising usage and availability. Scania has also been at the forefront of improving the process around getting bodywork in place on vehicles. One key step was launching a site in the summer of 2016 with a focus on supporting body builders. Another decisive step was Scania switching to CAN-bus technology, which greatly improves the potential for configuring and controlling body building and related functions. ”We are working constantly to improve the outlook for customers,” says Podgorski. “Access to real-time data is extremely hot right now, as it means you no longer have to guess when it comes to the vehicle’s position, its maintenance needs, or its actual fuel consumption. In short, a partnership with Scania means that haulage operators are better placed than ever before to improve profitability.” Flexible maintenance plans One of the best examples of this is Scania Maintenance with Flexible Plans, a service that was initially offered across the whole of Europe a bit more than a year ago. That process is almost complete now that the new generation of trucks has been introduced. With all new trucks connected, the basis for the service is how these vehicles are used – and not the traditional mileage counts or calendar-based approaches – controls how they should be serviced under the maintenance contract that Scania and the customer draw up together. “Scania Maintenance with Flexible Plans is the latest and the main contribution to the ecosystem of services – both physical and digital – that we offer and which is crucial to being able to operate businesses that are sustainable in the long-term,” says Podgorski. ”Being able to tailor complete and individual solutions, including things like service and financing, is crucial in our industry. It’s here that the conditions for either profit or loss are created in the only operation the customer really cares about – their own.”

Truck of the Year attracts thousands at IAA Scania Group Press Release / September 22, 2016 Scania welcomes visitors to the IAA 2016 with its recently-launched new truck generation. Already on the opening day, thousands flocked to see the new Scania S-cab, which has just been rewarded with the Truck of the Year prize. Visitors will also enjoy the new R-cab in the new range. Meanwhile, Scania recognises the need for a variety of drivelines and alternative fuels for optimal fuel economy and to meet climate targets. On the stand is the Scania LNG – liquid gas – truck, which is gaining ground for medium-distance haulage operations. Another alternative for city distribution is Scania’s hybrid truck. The impressive Scania Crown Edition highly specified timber truck is another eye-catcher. Sales and Marketing’s Björn Fahlström provides an overview of Scania’s line-up at IAA 2016. .

Scania Group Press Release / September 21, 2016 Scania has once again won the prestigious “International Truck of the Year” award. The jury’s motivation emphasised the new truck generation’s driver comfort, safety aspects and its positive impact on haulers’ overall economy, among other factors. “The award is the leading recognition in the industry that all our engineers and in practice the entire Scania organisation have done an excellent job,” says Henrik Henriksson, Scania’s President and CEO. “Our goal is to always meet our customers’ expectations and needs and the jury’s motivation is a clear confirmation that we have also followed the right approach with the new truck generation.” The jury, which is today composed of 25 leading European trade press journalists and chaired by the Italian automotive journalist Gianenrico Griffini, wrote the following in its motivation: “With its new range, Scania has delivered a truck that represents a real “state-of-the-art” offering in the heavy duty segment, capable of satisfying not only today’s but also tomorrow’s transport needs.” The IToY jury also highlighted Scania’s tailored service offering, which is based on the fact that more than 200,000 connected Scania vehicles are out on the roads. The award is for the S series − the new sleeper cab with a flat floor that is mainly intended for long-haulage trucks and that Scania has just introduced within the framework of its new truck generation. “The S cab, with its flat floor, offers a truly car-like driving experience,” says Griffini. Besides offering exceptional comfort and unrivalled space, the S cabs can also be fitted out with dual side curtain airbags, a safety feature, which Scania is the first in the truck world to be able to offer. “The new truck generation, which will be honoured was developed by our 3,500 engineers in Södertälje together with other Scania employees and in close dialogue with our customers,” says Henriksson. “The award shows that Sweden is still a leading industrial nation and that we can compete in the world markets.” Scania’s investment in the model range is the largest ever in the company’s 125-year history. In total, SEK 20 billion has been invested in the development of new products and services, including in the adjustment of production. Photo gallery - https://www.scania.com/group/en/scanias-new-truck-generation-honoured-the-s-series-elected-international-truck-of-the-year-2017/ .

Scania Group Press Release / September 21, 2016 In Scania’s new truck generation, the news under the cab floor are as impressive as that above it. With the innovative powertrain improvements, fuel consumption is further reduced by three percent, significantly contributing to the overall savings of five percent. Changes include a reworked combustion chamber and new injectors. The generally higher working temperature and the fact that the oil cooling is thermostatic contribute to additional savings. The cooling fans – which in some cases have a greater diameter – are now directly driven without energy wasting upshifting. Thermostatic oil cooling saves fuel since the oil retains an optimum temperature, even at a lower power outlet and in low outdoor temperatures. Moreover, Scania introduces a layshaft brake system as standard in automated Scania Opticruise gearboxes. Instead of, as in most conventional gearboxes, using synchro rings to synchronise the different speeds of the layshaft and main shaft in the gearbox during gearshifts, Scania uses a lay shaft brake when upshifting. This is possible thanks to Scania’s approach with fully integrated powertrains and means that the shafts synchronise with each other significantly faster and that the next pinion – i.e. the next gear – can engage almost immediately. Thanks to the lay shaft brake, Scania’s most popular long-haul truck gearbox shifts up a gear in 0.4 seconds, nearly halving gearshift time. Not only is the actual gearshift time shorter but that also helps maintain turbo pressure. Therefore, the vehicle will upshift into the next gear with greater power, while feeling smoother than before. This feature will lead to both better handling when driving under tough conditions and better performance in all types of road driving, including the actual starting torque at take-off. “This technology is hassle-free, and it makes a big difference in driving experience and performance,” says Magnus Mackaldener, Head of Transmission Development. Minute news is big news Imagine forcing a miniscule drop of .0004 litres of diesel with a pressure of 2,100 bar through ten holes of a fuel injector nozzle, each hole with a diameter of two-tenths of a millimetre or roughly 2–3 strands of human hair. That is precisely what the high pressure fuel injection system in Scania’s new truck generation does some 500–1,000 times per minute. Increasing the injection rate combined with a greater flow helps to optimise combustion and thereby reduce fuel consumption. Despite the unbelievably minute dimensions, the system has been further improved to allow a greater liquid amount and more evenly distributed fuel spray into the cylinder. “To reach optimal engine efficiency, while considering fuel consumption, our primary objective when designing the new fuel injector was to be able to provide the exact amount of injected fuel at a faster rate, whilst maintaining exceptional reliability and durability,” says Stephen Conway, Head of Fuel Injector Performance. .

Iveco Trucks Press Release / September 22, 2016 Pierre Lahutte, Iveco Brand President and Rainer Bomba, State Secretary at the Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure, hands over keys for first LNG truck in Germany. Ludwig Meyer GmbH & Co. KG receives the first of 20 Iveco Stralis NP trucks at IAA 2016, representing the first step towards using a real alternative to diesel for logistics in Germany. Ludwig Meyer GmbH & Co. KG is a long-standing partner of Iveco, and has a long history of demonstrating innovation in the field of CNG and electric vehicles. The Friedrichsdorf-based company will soon be operating 20 Stralis NP trucks for the purposes of fresh food logistics and distribution in the Berlin area. Meyer Logistik is also co-ordinating the construction of a public LNG filling station on the east side of the Berliner Ring orbital motorway. The Federal Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure (BMVI) encouraged the purchase of the LNG truck fleet with 360,000 euros, thereby allowing the construction of the LNG refuelling station. Rainer Bomba, State Secretary at the Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure, said at the hand-over: "LNG is a promising alternative to conventional fuel. Funded by the BMVI pilot project with Meyer Logistics, this deal is an important contribution in the field of new and clean drives for heavy trucks and LNG as a fuel source in Germany.” Pierre Lahutte, Iveco Brand President, is delighted that the door to more sustainable logistics is now open in Germany, and adds: "Iveco is a leading technology developer in the natural gas sector. Our customers in Spain, Italy, the UK and the Netherlands are demonstrating that LNG is an equally reliable and efficient technology that has far less of an environmental impact than other fuels. The Stralis NP not only produces cleaner emissions, but is also extremely quiet. This makes the vehicle suitable for urban use and calms residents' concerns about noise”. Looking to the future of his company, Managing Director of Meyer Logistik, Matthias Strehl, sees "the use of alternative drives as an important building block in ensuring our future business success”. He adds: “Working as a development partner in the commercial vehicle industry, we regularly subject innovative drive concepts to practical tests, with the aim of finding a real alternative to diesel-powered trucks together with our partners." .

Iveco Trucks Press Release / September 21, 2016 TÜV, leading European technical certification centre, validates that New Stralis TCO2 Champion can reduce fuel consumption by up to -11.2 %, and its TCO2 Live services can cut a further -10%. Iveco announced today at the IAA 2016 that the New Stralis XP achieved TÜV SÜD certification of an 11.2% reduction in fuel consumption, which accounts for more than 40% of the Total Cost of Ownership. For the first time, TÜV also validated the TCO2Live services. Pierre Lahutte, Iveco Brand President, commented: “At Iveco we believe that Sustainability is the future of transport. The New Stralis TCO2 Champion and all the vehicles we are showing here at IAA 2016 are the result of our constant quest for high efficiency, low emissions and low Total Cost of Ownership. The New Stralis and its completely renewed driveline enable the fleet owner to optimise the driver’s influence on fuel consumption. This, together with the numerous fuel-saving features, delivers a dramatic improvement in fuel efficiency.” The first certificate issued by TÜV SÜD focuses on the product: it compares the New Stralis TCO2 Champion with the previous Stralis model MY2013 with the Stralis Efficiency Package, a series of features aimed at reducing TCO and in particular fuel use. The comparison shows an improvement in fuel consumption of up to -11.2 %. The second certificate concerns the fuel consultancy services in TCO2 Live (TCO2 Smart Report, TCO2 Advising and TCO2 Driving), and shows an improvement in fuel consumption up to-10%. The tests on the fuel consultancy services were made by using the same vehicle, the New Stralis, with the same route and the same drivers, with and without the support of Iveco’s fuel consultancy services. The drivers have been trained on which functionalities are on board, how to use them and how to drive in the most efficient and ecological way. Iveco TCO2 Live is a new modular portfolio of services that includes for the first time new-generation services and extends to fleet management and traditional after-sales activities. Three of these new services are based on fuel consultancy helping customers operate their New Stralis in the most fuel-efficient manner: TCO2 Smart Report, a weekly reporting on driving style and fuel consumption of each vehicle in the fleet; TCO2 Advising, advice on fuel saving by a Iveco local expert team saving based on the wealth of information collected through Iveco’s real-life truck analysis. Both can be integrated by TCO2 Driving, fuel-conscious driving style courses. The fuel savings validated by TÜV SÜD confirm the experience of selected customers from across Europe who took part in the Golden Trucks initiative: they tested seven New Stralis for 3 months and achieved fuel savings of up to 11% compared to the Stralis 2013. The two TÜV SÜD certifications and the Golden Trucks results are testament to Iveco’s commitment to sustainability and TCO, and show that the New Stralis delivers on its promise as the TCO2 Champion. .

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Daimler AG Press Release / September 21, 2016 World premiere: the all-electric and networked Mercedes-Benz Urban eTruck World premiere: the new all-electric Fuso eCanter Connectivity at Mercedes-Benz Trucks: Mercedes-Benz Uptime service product prevents breakdowns, new FleetBoard store for apps, free FleetBoard Manager Efficiency at Mercedes-Benz Trucks: more powerful, more economical and even lower emissions Safety at Mercedes-Benz Trucks: first emergency brake assist with pedestrian detection and market launch of Sideguard Assist Mercedes-Benz Trucks for construction transport: new model variants and equipment levels Mercedes-Benz Unimog with crewcab: high-quality rear seating Mercedes-Benz Econic: the safety truck for urban construction transport Fuso Canter: world's bestselling light commercial vehicle now with further improvements At this year's IAA International Commercial Vehicle Show in Hannover (22 to 29 September 2016) the focus is on the megatrends of the future: digitalisation and e-mobility. The key to the sustainable and efficient logistics of the future is called connectivity. Logistics rely on a network of players, including trucks, manufacturers, customers, hauliers, infrastructure, other vehicles, workshops, bodybuilders and many more. Connectivity and the intelligent networking of trucks are now raising the haulage sector to a whole new level. Mercedes-Benz Trucks is raising the bar even further when it comes to connectivity. While the breakdown-free truck might have seemed a long way off at the beginning of the year, Mercedes-Benz Trucks are taking great strides towards this vision with the revolutionary Uptime service product. The new FleetBoard store for apps, which will make its debut at the IAA, provides useful apps made by, and for, the transport sector. FleetBoard will also offer all Mercedes-Benz Trucks customers a simple, fast and free route to connectivity. This is made possible by the new FleetBoard Manager app. Mercedes-Benz Trucks is linking the two megatrends digitalisation and e-mobility in the Urban eTruck. The vehicle is a spectacular vision of the networked and all-electric distribution truck of tomorrow. Fuso's eCanter is the third generation of the world's first fully electric-powered light commercial vehicle and is the first small-scale production run of electric Fuso trucks. The latest generation of the Mercedes-Benz OM 470 engine offers improved performance and greater efficiency. Mercedes-Benz Trucks has approved the use of alternative fuels in the latest OM 470 and OM 471 engines, which are designed to use such fuels as standard. This year, Mercedes-Benz is also getting closer to the goal of accident-free driving. Active Brake Assist 4 is the first system of its type in the world to warn the driver of imminent collisions with moving pedestrians and simultaneously automatically initiate partial braking. Sideguard Assist with pedestrian detection will also be launched to market as the first assistance system that protects pedestrians and cyclists when trucks are turning. In short: Daimler Trucks is extending its lead as a pioneer in safety, economy and truck connectivity. World premiere: the all-electric and networked Mercedes-Benz Urban eTruck The Urban eTruck illustrates the fascinating possibilities of connectivity, electric drive systems, future display and control technologies, telematics, and a largely self-sufficient power supply. The Mercedes-Benz Urban eTruck defines the latest developments in all-electric vehicles in the heavy short-radius distribution sector. The triple-axle vehicle with a permissible gross weight of 26.0 t produces zero local emissions and runs silently, yet it is equal to a truck with an internal combustion engine in terms of load and performance, and, thanks to its innovative power supply, it is also economical. Electric truck with the performance of a diesel engine The Urban eTruck holds its own against similar internal combustion engine-powered trucks in every respect, even its weight. The additional weight stands at only 1700 kg. As the EU Commission is in favour of increasing the permissible gross vehicle weight of trucks with alternative drives by a maximum of 1.0 t, this will more or less cancel out the weight disadvantage of the electric drive. The outstanding features of the Urban eTruck include its drive with electrically powered rear axle and electric motors directly adjacent to the wheel hubs. Their maximum output is 2 x 125 kW, while torque is 2 x 500 Nm. The standard version of the axle has already proven itself in buses. The battery capacity of the Urban eTruck has a modular design. The basic arrangement is a battery pack consisting of lithium-ion batteries with a total capacity of 212 kWh. This results in a range of up to 200 km – normally enough for a typical day's delivery round. Connectivity meets e-mobility: intelligent energy management in the Mercedes-Benz Urban eTruck The Mercedes-Benz Urban eTruck uses the possibilities opened up by connectivity to create a seamlessly interconnected system that incorporates range and load management, vehicle information and peripheral data. The modular construction of the batteries is the first step towards perfecting the interaction between drive control and power supply management to maximise performance and range in short-radius distribution. The additions of Predictive Charge Management, proactive Predictive Powertrain Control cruise control and FleetBoard for urban distribution make the Urban eTruck suitable for everyday use. The innovative FleetBoard for urban distribution telematics service is the first to connect the telematics system with the drive control. It starts with the scheduling: instead of the conventional fixed delivery runs there is a flexible system. It ensures that all the planned haulage work can be completed by the vehicle fleet without overextending or underutilising the range of the trucks. The variables used include the pallet spaces in the trucks, the weight, the range and the driving times. Virtual monitoring intervenes if unforeseen events force the truck to the limits of its range. The driver is assisted by a revolutionary display and operation system, with two displays taking the place of standard instruments. The innovative central display shows the driver a wide range of information in an easily assimilated form. The focus is on detailed data and facts about the route, so the driver can see the bends on the road and any accelerating or braking manoeuvres ahead. The Urban eTruck can operate in three different modes, which optimise the way in which it is driven and the use of the energy available. On a standard journey, the Urban eTruck is set to 'auto'. It automatically adapts the 'auto', 'agile' and 'eco' settings to conditions within a certain target range. For special cases there is a power mode called 'agile', and for maximum range there is an 'eco' mode. A tablet provides the driver with additional information about the trip, as well as continually updated and precise details on range and batteries. These are presented on a local map with a clever graphic known as the 'range potato' and a target range. The calculations are based on the driving strategy, the three-dimensional map and the trip planning. Competitive total costs with smart energy services The power supply, the energy tariffs and the correct charging strategy are important factors for the overall economy of electric trucks, and Daimler has developed a solution for this, too. With smart energy services we determine the most economical solution for every application. Depending on individual circumstances, stationary battery storage units from Mercedes-Benz Energy GmbH can further improve economic efficiency and enable quick recharging without overloading the power supply. The storage units consist of lithium-ion batteries, and the capacity can be adapted individually to the requirements of the fleet. The most straightforward way of supplying power to electric vehicles is also the most expensive. The energy bill will be lower with regulated charging and, where suitable, with the addition of a stationery battery storage unit. Whether a storage unit will improve economic efficiency further depends on the circumstances in each case, in particular the energy tariff and the vehicles' usage. A unit of this kind can be charged on a continual basis when electricity costs are at their lowest. The batteries for the truck fleet can then be charged as and when required. This means lower costs and better availability. Irrespective of whether a battery storage unit makes sense in each case, the costs of an electric vehicle in combination with smart energy solutions can be considerably lower than those of a conventional diesel truck, despite the higher purchasing price and the additional investment in the storage capacity. Innovative design with flowing lines The styling of the Urban eTruck is as innovative as its electric drive. It embodies the design philosophy of the Mercedes-Benz brand, which focuses on sensual purity – an expression that applies perfectly to the Urban eTruck. The contours of the driver's cab are sleek and fluid with minimal detailing and no visible joints. Across the roof, a three-dimensional spoiler connects the cab with the body of the truck. It has a wide vent at the front, which acts as the air inlet for the cooling unit concealed behind the spoiler, as used in the food industry, for example. Just like the roof spoiler, the aerodynamic skirting panels on the side of the cab fit almost flush with the body. The windscreen has been extended downwards. The mirror cams, that replace the conventional outside mirrors, are a distinctive feature on the truck. The conventional air inlet has been omitted from the Urban eTruck because of the electric drive. Instead, a Black Panel grille is the branding element that connects the truck with its environment. It is transparent and back-lit by high-resolution LEDs. A number of different visual scenarios are conceivable: the LEDs can be used to recreate the signature Mercedes-Benz diamond radiator grille, to indicate the operating status of the truck or to show the charge level of the batteries. Overall, the Urban eTruck represents the polarity between 'hot & cool' that is characteristic of Mercedes-Benz design. The sensual contouring of the lines is 'hot' and provides an exciting contrast to the highly technical 'cool' design features such as the embedded lighting, mirror cams and Black Panel grille. World premiere: the new all-electric Fuso eCanter The Fuso Canter E-Cell is now the Fuso eCanter. The new name represents the third generation of the world's first fully electric-powered light truck, and the small-scale production run is an important step on the way to full production. Technically, the eCanter is radically different from its predecessor and benefits from the extensive findings of customer trials with the second generation and the reduced costs of battery and component technology. It will be presented at the IAA International Motor Show for Commercial Vehicles 2016. The Fuso eCanter's locally zero-emission drive will not only reduce the impact of exhaust and noise emissions on city centres, but will also be an economically attractive alternative to diesel engines. Thanks to lower technology costs the eCanter will be launched to market at a competitive price. Lower running costs compared to an equivalent diesel model mean that any additional expense can be repaid in less than three years. The new eCanter uses a permanent synchronous electric motor with an impressive output of 185 kW and torque of 380 Nm. Power is transferred to the rear axle by a standard single-speed transmission. The vehicle premiered at the IAA has a battery capacity of 70 kWh. Depending on the body, load and usage, a range of more than 100 km without stationary recharging is possible. The batteries are spread over five units, one centrally in the frame right behind the cab and two more on each side of the frame. They are water-cooled lithium-ion batteries that provide a long service life, high efficiency, especially at high ambient temperatures, and compact construction of the battery units. The eCanter's exceptional weight balance is worth highlighting. The chassis load capacity of the 7.49 t vehicle is 4.63 t including the body and load. Individual battery packs with three to six sets of batteries of 14 kWh each are planned for the upcoming small-scale production run. This allows the eCanter to be adapted to customer requirements with regards to range, price and weight. The concept is based on the results of customer tests that show that for some operators, payload is more important than range, while others are happy to sacrifice payload for longer range, i.e. more batteries. Equally adaptable are the charging options: up to 80 percent capacity within an hour with direct current at a quick charging station, or 100 percent in seven hours with alternating current. In the future, rapid charging with 170 kW will be possible, meaning 80 percent battery capacity in only half an hour. A standard Combo 2 plug (known as Combined Charging System) is used for charging. The results of a year-long fleet test with the second generation electric Canter have shown that around 1000 euros per 10 000 km can be saved with this vehicle compared to a diesel version. Coupled with a reduction in maintenance costs of around 30 percent, this makes the Fuso an economical solution for customers. The projected sales price means that any additional expense will be repaid in less than three years. These vehicles have proven their suitability for daily use in short-radius distribution and urban transport. The Fuso eCanter will have its world premiere at the IAA as a preview of the small-scale production run that will be delivered to customers in Europe, the USA and Japan as of 2017. The exhibition vehicle features a unique and attractive design, with LED headlamps and a distinct grille and bumper, and a redesigned interior including a central, removable tablet with connectivity functions. The wide comfort cab is painted in metallic blue, as are the fully-clad sides. A walk-on glass floor in the exhibition vehicle's box body offers a view of the drive unit and the batteries. While these design elements provide a vision of the eCanter's future, the technology is the same as in the small-scale production model. Connectivity at Mercedes-Benz Trucks: Mercedes-Benz Uptime service product prevents breakdowns, new FleetBoard store for apps, free FleetBoard Manager Reliability and availability are the top priority for truck operators – the ideal truck runs without any breakdowns. Mercedes-Benz Uptime applies intelligent connectivity to bring the Actros, Arocs and Antos close to this ideal. With Uptime, Mercedes-Benz is opening up a new chapter in truck reliability and maintenance. The new service product Mercedes-Benz Uptime uses connectivity to increase vehicle availability Mercedes-Benz Uptime continuously monitors the vehicle systems via the new FleetBoard Truck Data Center. This covers all the truck's systems that are equipped with sensors, the fill level of service fluids, and all technology for which there is information available in the CAN data bus system. When repair or maintenance work is needed, the truck sends this information automatically via the FleetBoard telematics system to the Mercedes-Benz Service server. The server analyses the data based on stored algorithms, creates a fault diagnosis in real time and then passes it to the Mercedes-Benz service organisation together with specific recommended courses of action. The service organisation contacts the customer, passes on the recommendations and, if required, finds a workshop and takes care of the organisational matters. The entire process is fully automated. Within minutes of the output of an error code or a warning about a possible future defect, the customer is informed accordingly and has a qualified recommended course of action at his or her disposal. Mercedes-Benz Uptime comprises three services: avoidance of breakdowns, efficient management of repairs and maintenance and real-time support for repair measures by customers. When a truck is subject to an acute risk of breakdown, the Customer Assistance Centre (CAC) in Maastricht, Netherlands, is informed immediately. The CAC then makes a telephone call to the designated customer contact. When immediate repair is necessary, a stop-off at a workshop along the truck's planned route is agreed. The CAC locates service centres, clarifies their available time slots and even checks whether the workshops have the required parts in stock. A suitable workshop can be commissioned to carry out the repair work and prepared in advance. In addition, repair and maintenance requirements which are identified in good time are relayed automatically to the Mercedes-Benz service partner selected by the customer. The service partner bundles the work due and contacts the customer to arrange an appointment which is scheduled to fit in with the trip planning and maintenance requirements. In many instances poor driving or a failure to carry out maintenance can increase wear to the vehicle and result in damage or a breakdown. Examples include not carrying out particulate filter regeneration, not refilling service fluids such as AdBlue or constantly running on low tyre pressure. In these scenarios, Mercedes-Benz Uptime provides specific recommended courses of action directly to the customer, avoiding unnecessary workshop visits and costs. Mercedes-Benz Uptime will be available to order as of IAA 2016 for all new Actros, Arocs and Antos trucks. Its launch will begin in 12 European countries: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland and the UK. Further countries are to be added in due course. World premiere of the FleetBoard store at the IAA: the new marketplace for apps Daimler FleetBoard will celebrate the world premiere of the new FleetBoard store for apps at the IAA International Commercial Vehicle Show 2016. The launch will include prototypes of 14 apps. The platform is open by design, allowing industry partners – such as bodybuilders – and app developers to contribute useful apps that increase the efficiency of the haulage sector as a whole. The apps in the FleetBoard store can be used not only in Mercedes-Benz trucks, but also in vehicles of other brands. The apps can access real-time data and run on FleetBoard's removable DispoPilot.guide driver tablet. Everyone involved benefits from the integration of partner apps: customers, who receive relevant solutions for their company via one platform and on a single device; partners, who are able to digitalise their business and make apps available to 180 000 vehicles; and developers, who have a new, innovative environment for developing apps. The inspiration is a vision of the end-to-end networking of all traffic in the future. FleetBoard will be showcasing examples of the apps available in the FleetBoard store at the IAA together with its partners Brugg Lifting, Continental, Dautel, DKV, ETM-Verlag, Palfinger, Schmitz Cargobull, Truck Parking Europe, UTA and Uvauvau. The lashing app by Brugg Lifting makes it easier for the driver to calculate how to secure the cargo, minimises problems with the cargo and helps to reduce costs. With the ContiPressureCheck app from Continental users can immediately respond to loss of tyre pressure or overheating tyres. This helps to prevent breakdowns, reduce fuel consumption and lower costs. The conical heap app by Dautel makes unloading bulk materials easier, saves on rectification work, and therefore time, and increases the cost-efficiency of the company. The DKV app keeps the driver informed of partner filling stations and their prices along the route, so the driver can refuel at the cheapest rate, increasing the cost-efficiency of the company. The Eurotransport app by EuroTransportMedia Verlags- und Veranstaltungs-GmbH keeps the driver updated with the latest news and trends from the haulage sector. The Palfinger app provides an overview of the status of Palfinger equipment and allows for efficient service scheduling, direct contact to the service partner and a reduction in downtime. Schmitz Cargobull's TrailerConnect app provides mobile information about the trailer, enabling an immediate reaction to problems and reducing both downtime and costs. The Truck Parking Europe app makes the annoying search for a parking space a thing of the past by showing free spaces along the route. This saves time, makes the scheduling of rest times more efficient and increases driver safety. The FuelGuide app by UTA makes timely and cost-efficient refuelling easier, without needing to worry about diesel prices or suitable tanking intervals. The prUVV app is an identification management system for verifying documents, people, processes and products in line with internal auditing requirements. This app enables the automatic, fast and secure implementation of work processes for which verification is required and reduces the liability of fleet owners. The uvauvau app allows business owners to send information such as driver manuals, training (in accordance with accident prevention regulations), instructions or operation manuals to their drivers' DispoPilot.guide tablet in line with internal auditing requirements. Besides third-party apps, the FleetBoard store also features apps from Daimler Trucks and FleetBoard. The CuCo (Customized Connectivity) app from FleetBoard makes drivers' daily work easier by providing reminders and assistance, and allows distribution managers and drivers to concentrate on their core tasks. The SpaceSnap app from FleetBoard supports the planning and optimal use of the existing load capacity, improving the profitability of trips and reducing their environmental impact. The ParkMyTruck app from Daimler Trucks makes it easier for drivers to plan their rest periods, safeguards against exceeding driving times and helps to avoid fines for illegal parking. Downloading apps is simple: customers select one or more apps from the FleetBoard store from the comfort of their office and install them over-the-air on the removable DispoPilot.guide tablets – to a single truck, several trucks or even a whole fleet. The installation is done remotely so there are no periods where the vehicle is out of service. Drivers can operate the apps via the DispoPilot.guide tablet in their truck. The driver's tablet may become the only device in the vehicle in the future, as its apps display all relevant information about the driver, the vehicle and the assignment. The new FleetBoard Developer Portal is the place where interested partners and developers can find all relevant information on the FleetBoard store and the app submission process. All apps available in the FleetBoard store undergo a stringent quality assurance process to ensure they comply with FleetBoard's safety standards. Customers will be able to access the FleetBoard store from 2017. The market launch will start in Germany, with further countries to follow in due course. The FleetBoard store will be available in German and English. New FleetBoard Manager: helpful information on the vehicle fleet available any time – simple, fast and free FleetBoard will offer all Mercedes-Benz Trucks customers a simple, fast and free route to connectivity. This is made possible by the new FleetBoard Manager app, which requires the new FleetBoard Truck Data Center to be installed in the vehicle. The FleetBoard Manager provides customers with useful information on their fleet, such as the total number of kilometres driven over the last seven days, and a comparison to the previous seven days. It also shows the vehicles with the highest and lowest mileage. This data enables customers to see exactly how fleet capacity has been used over the course of a week. Alongside the mileage it also shows the fleet's average fuel consumption, split into road consumption and stationary consumption, with and without auxiliary consumers. It also shows the vehicles with the highest and lowest fuel consumption. This provides customers with an insight into the spread of mileage and fuel consumption between the vehicles. At fleet level, the app also shows how economically the vehicles perform when out on the road. The overview is shown as a simple cluster of scores that is very straightforward to understand. FleetBoard uses this data to calculate the percentage saving in fuel that could be achieved across the whole fleet by targeted driver training – important information that can help to identify further cost-saving potential. The app also reveals how eco-friendly the fleet's movements are, as well as the level of its CO2 emissions. This is where predictive driving plays an important role in highlighting opportunities to improve fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. The FleetBoard Manager also allows customers to see the position of individual vehicles. The updating of the vehicle position is based on events such as the start of a trip. In order to ensure fleet availability and to plan maintenance in good time, FleetBoard Manager displays the current vehicle status and the next planned service. This overview of the vehicle status provides information about any repairs that might be necessary, which the driver can undertake quickly and easily in order to keep the truck safely on the road. Efficiency at Mercedes-Benz Trucks: more powerful, more economical and even lower emissions Even lower fuel consumption and emissions, even more flexible and, with a new top-of-the-range variant, even more powerful: the latest generation of the Mercedes-Benz OM 470 engine boasts enhanced performance all-round. It follows the ongoing development of the larger OM 471 which was introduced last year. The six-cylinder in-line OM 470 engine with a displacement of 10.7 l is the most compact of the heavy-duty engines from Mercedes-Benz. It is the engine of choice when compact construction, low weight, high performance, good pulling power, maximum efficiency, low fuel consumption and long maintenance intervals are required. The new top-of-the-range variant has a power output of 335 kW (456 hp) and powerful torque of 2200 Nm. The OM 470 is available in five versions from 240 kW (326 hp), suitable for heavy short-radius distribution, long-distance haulage and construction traffic. Fuel injection, exhaust gas recirculation and turbocharger are new Fuel injection continues to be based on the X-Pulse injection system with common rail and pressure boosting in the injector. However, the maximum rail pressure has been raised from 900 bar to 1160 bar. This results in an injection pressure of up to 2700 bar. There is also a new injection nozzle, a reshaped combustion chamber and higher compression. The steep increase in torque and performance means a lower rated speed of only 1600 rpm and a more responsive engine. Improved exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) management reduces the EGR rate and lowers fuel consumption. An asymmetric injection optimises exhaust gas quality. Also new is the supremely efficient turbocharger manufactured inhouse. The pilot-actuated operation means that the wastegate valve, the boost pressure control, EGR sensor and EGR control are no longer needed, reducing complexity and increasing robustness. The trucks also benefit from fuel-efficient engine oils, redeveloped gear boxes and a refined driving strategy from the Predictive Powertrain Control (PPC) cruise control. As a result of the different measures undertaken, the savings vary for each engine – but they are certainly noticeable for all engine variants. The changes to the engine and drivetrain mean fuel consumption is reduced by up to five percent in an Actros with the OM 470 engine. The effect of the current improvements in addition to previous changes to the engine leads to a reduction of up to six percent in an Actros with the OM 471 engine. The large OM 473 with 15.6 l displacement benefits from redeveloped fuel injection with up to three percent lower fuel consumption. Engines approved for alternative fuels Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), Biomass to Liquid (BtL), Gas to Liquid (GtL) and Coal to Liquid (CtL) are alternative fuels according to the prEN 15940 standard, made from a range of resources which are converted to fuels through chemical processes. Mercedes-Benz Trucks has approved them for use in the latest OM 470 and OM 471 engines. The compatibility of these fuels has been confirmed in comprehensive tests and the engines are designed for them as standard. All fuel sub-groups of the prEN 15940 standard are essentially equivalent to diesel fuel made from mineral oil, so no changes whatsoever are required to the engines or their peripherals. The injection process, fuel lines and seals remain unchanged. The same is also true of the intervals for oil changes and for cleaning the particulate filter, and the warranty and guarantee continue to apply without restrictions. The output and torque data remain the same. Trucks from Mercedes-Benz fitted with the first generation of the Euro VI OM 470 and OM 471 engines as well as the medium-duty OM 936 and OM 934 engine series have already been able to run on prEN 15940 standard fuels since February 2016. Safety at Mercedes-Benz Trucks: first emergency brake assist with pedestrian detection and market launch of Sideguard Assist The next chapter in the success story of Mercedes-Benz's emergency brake assistant is unfolding with Active Brake Assist 4 (ABA 4). Its USP is that it warns the driver of imminent collisions with moving pedestrians and simultaneously automatically initiates partial braking. It is the first system of its type in the world to perform such functions. This enables the driver to avoid a collision by means of emergency braking or a steering manoeuvre. The driver can additionally warn endangered pedestrians by sounding the horn. ABA 4: the first emergency brake assist with pedestrian detection Active Brake Assist 4 is an enhancement of the tried and tested Active Brake Assist 3 system. In addition to functions familiar from Active Brake Assist 3, i.e. emergency stop when moving or stationary obstacles are detected within the system boundaries, Active Brake Assist 4 also detects moving pedestrians in almost all traffic situations, for example when they cross the truck's path, step out from behind an obstacle or are moving along the carriageway. Pedestrians are also detected within radar range when the vehicle is turning. The automated alerts and braking initiated by pedestrian detection are active up to a speed of 50 km/h. Active Brake Assist 4 with pedestrian detection is based on next-generation radar technology. This is also used in the current passenger cars from Mercedes-Benz, demonstrating the close cooperation within the group. The advantage of a radar system is that it operates independently of the prevailing light conditions and also largely independently of weather conditions. Radar determines distances and relative speeds extremely precisely, and is also able to 'see' at night and in rain and fog. Like Active Brake Assist 3, Active Brake Assist 4 with pedestrian detection will be available for all Mercedes-Benz long-haul transport models from December 2016. Market launch of the first truck with Sideguard Assist Right turns in urban traffic are among the least pleasant tasks for truck drivers, who are required to heed traffic lights and signs ahead while simultaneously observing oncoming and crossing traffic and keeping an eye on pedestrians and cyclists at the side. In addition, the traffic situation can alter in a matter of seconds, and cyclists and pedestrians are not always aware that a truck driver may not be able to see them. Mercedes-Benz's response has been to introduce Sideguard Assist with pedestrian detection. It works in several stages. If there is a moving or stationary object in the side monitoring zone the driver initially gets a visual warning. An LED in the shape of a triangle lights up at the driver's eye level in the A-pillar on the co-driver's side. It intuitively attracts the driver's attention to the situation alongside the vehicle and in the direction of the exterior mirrors on the co-driver's side. If there is a risk of a collision, an additional visual and audible warning is triggered: the LED flashes brightly several times in red. After two seconds it remains permanently lit in red. At the same time an alarm sounds on the side where the collision is imminent. If the sensors additionally detect a stationary obstacle such as a traffic light or street lamp in the tracking pattern of the truck during the process of turning, there is also a visual and audible warning. This helps to avoid collisions – not only on public roads, but also during manoeuvring, e.g. in parking areas. The tracking pattern alert is active up to a speed of 36 km/h. At the core of Sideguard Assist are two short-range radar sensors on the bodywork in front of the truck's rear axle on the co-driver's side. The side monitoring zone has a width of 3.75 m. The system is designed to cover the entire length of the truck. This applies to both semitrailer tractor and full tractor/trailer combinations up to 18.75 m in length. The monitoring zone even extends by two metres beyond the front of the truck and one metre behind the end of the semitrailer or tractor. Sideguard Assist will be available from December 2016, initially for the left-hand-drive Mercedes-Benz Actros and Antos as a 4x2 semitrailer tractor and as a 6x2 chassis. This will cover the majority of heavy short-range distribution vehicles. Mercedes-Benz Trucks for construction transport: new model variants and equipment levels Occasionally, the Mercedes-Benz Arocs might find construction sites and entrances a bit of a squeeze. The new ClassicSpace LowRoof cab in M and L versions and a width of 2300 mm is 100 mm lower than the previous variant. With the OM 470 engine, the 320 mm engine tunnel and the ClassicSpace LowRoof, the roof height is even reduced by 280 mm. The Climate Pack is available around the world for all M and L cabs. It comprises automatic air conditioning, a heating package and a new stationary air conditioner. It is available as a stand-alone extra for all engine tunnel variants. The Arocs featuring the SoloStar Concept and its generous rest area for the StreamSpace and BigSpace cabs is very comfortable. The Home Line and Style Line design and equipment lines are also available for the Arocs. The Arocs also has new suspension and powertrain options. From the end of 2016 the electrically supported Servotwin steering will be available for the Arocs 8x4 with four axles and for other wheelbases. The engageable hydraulic front wheel drive HAD (Hydraulic Auxiliary Drive) is now available in variants with a 3300 mm wheelbase and can be used to transport hazardous goods. New for the Arocs with HAD is the 320 mm engine tunnel and the bulk goods cover for the M (medium-length) cab. Drivers needing to move off very carefully or who manoeuvre at low speeds should choose the turbo retarder clutch (TRC). It can now be combined with Proximity Control Assist and Active Brake Assist in all Arocs 6x4 chassis with air suspension and front underride protection. Together with the OM 471 engine an additional power take-off up to 80 kW can be realised in combination with the TRC. From early 2017 a new factory-fitted tilting hydraulics package is available for the twin-axle Arocs 4x2 semitrailer tractors. This will also be available for the Arocs 4x4 from mid-2017. The hydraulic system is configured as a single or dual-circuit system depending on intended use. The Arocs also leads the way in terms of safety. An optional tyre pressure monitoring system with a new display concept is now available that displays the precise pressure required, depending on the outside temperature. Most importantly, the twin and triple-axle Arocs is now available with the optional new Active Brake Assist 4 with pedestrian detection. Actros 4x2 with tipper semitrailer body increases the payload For construction vehicles with a focus on road transport, Mercedes-Benz has developed an Actros as a 4x2 LS semitrailer tractor. The key deployment area for the tipper body is transporting bulk goods with a total weight of up to 44.0 t. The semitrailer tractor features six centimetres more ground clearance and is available with an optional pivoting step. It weighs up to 150 kg less than an equivalent Arocs 4x2. The semitrailer tractor is available with 320 mm and 170 mm engine tunnels and the OM 936, OM 470 and OM 471 engines in all output ratings. Mercedes-Benz Unimog with crewcab: first-class rear seating The new extreme all-terrain Unimog U 4023 and U 5023 are now available with a crewcab. The four-door Unimog comes with a rear bench seat for four people as standard, however, if desired two individual air-sprung seats can be fitted instead. With this configuration there is room for up to five people, including the driver. The U 5023 on show at the IAA is designed for drivers who need manpower even in the remotest of locations. Whether in open-cast mining or in other locations where access is difficult, the deployment areas of engineering crews, survey teams or research groups are not always by the nearest accessible road. Even with the additional seats there is still enough space to attach a variety of body types or to transport material, tools or machinery on the platform. Wide-opening doors on either side behind the front axle and entry via three adjustable steps make access to the rear seating easy. Tools and work material can be safely stored in the three generous compartments beneath the hinged rear bench seat, so the passengers' personal equipment is ready to hand at any time. Even with a full complement of seven passengers the powerful integrated air conditioning ensures that the air in the cab is clean and fresh. It replaces the roof-mounted system of previous models. Driving off-road is made more comfortable thanks to the low-vibration three-point suspension of the cab and plenty of headroom that leaves enough space even when wearing helmets. This is particularly important as the crewcab variant of the off-road Unimog is often used by fire services. Other customer groups include power utilities, open-cast mining companies, and overland travellers. With its innovative body design the crewcab weighs only 120 kg more than a standard cab, so there is hardly any impact on payload. With the exception of the power take-off, all other advantages of the new extreme all-terrain Unimog are retained in the crewcab version. Besides the extreme all-terrain Unimog with crewcab, which makes its debut at the IAA, there is a further new addition to the Unimog stable, the Unimog U 323 with an engine output of 170 kW (231 hp). The new top model of the mid-range series offers excellent performance and is available with a 3000 mm and 3600 mm wheelbase and a permissible gross vehicle weight of up to 14.0 t. High permissible axle loads make the U 323 an efficient vehicle solution for winter service operations and haulage work. It has a wide range of optional extras that customers already know and appreciate from the U 423, such as the AutomaticShift fully automatic transmission, the power take-off for mounting equipment and several hydraulic options. Mercedes-Benz Econic: the safety truck for urban construction transport The Mercedes-Benz Econic, a specialised commercial vehicle for municipal use and short-radius distribution, is embarking on a new career as a construction vehicle. It is ideally suited to urban construction transport thanks to its low height, excellent visibility, low entry point and ease of operation. The deep panoramic windscreen, large windows on the driver's side and fully glazed folding door on the co-driver's side give the driver an optimal view. The optionally available blind-spot camera system, comprising an in-cab monitor and four cameras mounted on the vehicle, allows the driver to see the areas which are not directly visible. The driver can actuate the cameras manually or automatically. In automatic mode, the images displayed depend on activation of the turn signal indicators, steering angle, selected gear or vehicle speed. From January 2017 the left-hand drive Econic will be available with the new Mercedes-Benz Sideguard Assist as an optional extra. It will also come with an interface for a rear area monitoring system. If a collision is imminent, it can even perform an automatic emergency stop. The Econic already comes with Active Brake Assist 3 as standard. The radar-controlled system automatically performs an emergency stop after an optical and acoustic alarm has warned the driver of an imminent collision with a moving or stationary obstacle and the brakes have been partially applied. Other safety systems are already in development and will gradually become available next year. The objective of this move is to prevent accidents involving pedestrians and cyclists, as well as accidents while moving off or manoeuvring. Fuso Canter: world's bestselling light commercial vehicle now with further improvements The production version of the Fuso Canter on show at the IAA has been noticeably upgraded. The world's best-selling light commercial vehicle covers the range from 3.5 t to 8.55 t permissible gross vehicle weight. The upgrade includes a new colour concept for the interior with functional black, high-quality flooring and chrome trim in the cockpit. From a technical point of view the focus is on the second generation of the Duonic double clutch transmission. A new shift strategy saves fuel, and the new clutch further increases the longevity of the robust Canter. All Canter with Duonic now feature a hill holder as standard and optional cruise control. The engines in all Canter now comply with the Euro VI emissions standard, combined with SCR technology. Also new is the Canter 7C18 model variant with a 2800 mm wheelbase. It is perfect for use on construction sites, where short bodies need to be combined with high payload, good engine power and high manoeuvrability. The Canter is also embarking on a new career as a fire-fighting vehicle. As bodybuilders have lowered the seat surface, the Canter crewcab now meets DIN firefighting and fire protection standards and can be used as a fire-extinguishing vehicle for the whole team. Key here is the vehicle's versatility with single and crew cabs and 4x2 and 4x4 drive.

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MAN launches “RIO” open cloud-based operating system for transportation industry MAN Truck & Bus Press Release / September 21, 2016 · The new brand RIO bundles digital solutions of the transportation & logistics ecosystem · Open platform also includes vehicles of competitors · Significant increase in efficiency and transparency in the field of transportation · MAN is first sponsor of RIO and is responsible for developing the brand within the Volkswagen Truck & Bus Group. It is a first that all players in the supply chain — shippers, dispatchers, carriers, drivers and recipients — will be connected with a uniform information and application system including forecasting features. Thanks to intelligent algorithms, RIO combines different sources of data and then analyzes them. Based on the combined information from tractors, trailers, bodies, drivers, and orders as well as combining this information with traffic, weather, or navigation data, RIO will provide its users with concrete recommendations for action in real time. This will significantly improve the transportation and reloading process. It will also significantly increase efficiency and transparency in the transportation ecosystem. Operating system" for the global supply chain To this date, harnessing data within the transportation industry is often times not possible due to the players involved who use different software systems e.g. different cargo and vehicle management systems. RIO is the first to offer a common platform and thus one that can be used regardless of the vehicle brand or telematics system. This means that fleet customers with mixed fleets can only use digital services in one single solution. In addition, all vehicle types can be refitted without any difficulties. Systems that already exist and that are used as single solutions — e.g. for managing vehicle data, maintenance, keeping spare parts in stock or at the driver's disposition — can be transferred to a common platform. Andreas Renschler, CEO of Volkswagen Truck & Bus, comments: "Rio will fundamentally change the world of transportation as we know it. For the first time, our unified platform enables the registration, management, and integrated use of all data and information available in the transportation system. That is beneficial for our customers because it makes their business more profitable. And it is good for the environment, because we will see fewer empty trucks on the road. RIO will already be available in a few months. The future of transportation does not begin in 2025, but right here and now." RIO is based on an MAN initiative and is managed by MAN's Digital Solutions fuction. The aim is to increase its customer's profitability. "What we can see emerging here is a platform where each user will benefit individually from its added value — regardless of how the fleet looks, which vehicle with which body is carrying the sales order, and which logistics software is used," says Joachim Drees, CEO of MAN Truck & Bus AG and Member of the Board of Volkswagen Truck & Bus GmbH. He emphasizes: "Logistics 4.0 can only succeed if artificial barriers and data islands are overcome. That is why we are making every effort to support the development of RIO." As of spring 2017, new MAN trucks will be equipped with RIO as standard; in addition, any Scania customer can connect with the platform on request. Using a refit box, any vehicle can be integrated into the network with an FMS interface. Here, RIO automatically receives updates at any time and easily via the cloud. Updates will be carried out around 40 times per year Digitization made easy — RIO leads the way through the data jungle RIO is not only interesting for operators of large fleets. Especially for small and medium-sized transportation companies, RIO provides the perfect opportunity to take advantage of the benefits of digitization without the need to have strong IT skills or specially trained experts. Similar to operating systems of smartphones, various apps can be used with RIO that are intuitive in their operation and run in any standard web browser. There will be vehicle-specific services — e.g. from MAN or Scania — but also a marketplace for cross-vendor apps or those of third - party providers. Another special feature of RIO is a consistent user interface across all functions: Here the focus was not only on easy recognizability; a particular focus was to meet demand by providing to the different stakeholders of the ecosystem an intuitive interface and subsequently ensuring broad user acceptance. Markus Lipinsky, Chief Digital Officer at MAN and responsible for RIO, explains: "It is not about launching another telematics system. Instead, we deliberately designed RIO as an open platform that brings together the numerous island solutions. I am convinced that one technology company alone cannot master the complexity of the logistics industry. We are therefore looking for as many partners as possible with the same objective: to optimize the global transportation chain, thereby reducing costs and emissions." The initial partners of RIO are i.a. Continental, Schmitz Cargobull, Krone, Meiller, and TomTom. Microlise, Telogis, and Idem have been our solution partners from the start here, and BNS and LIS are our software partners. In addition, RIO is working with start- ups such as Synfioo, Park Here, and Loadfox. Examples of future applications Driver's Connectivity — The app sends relevant in formation to the driver's smartphone, such as new transportation orders. Following one click, the app directly navigates to the customer. Truck Share is a feature for shared - economy requirements. Vehicles can be handed over with a digital access key. Directly on the smartphone. Loadfox is an app for the smart order management of partial loads. Thanks to this app, trucks can be better utilized by assigning additional cargo along the route of only partially loaded trucks. This reduces the amount of traffic, increases efficiency, and helps cut emissions. These and many other features will be demonstrated by RIO at the IAA Commercial Vehicles in Hanover. The scope of the apps will be diverse from the beginning: ranging from truck-sharing, driver coaching, and optimized utilization of the vehicles to the community for truckers — from DTCO download to geo-fencing. www.my-rio.de MAN will present the new RIO brand in the Innovation Area at the IAA using a Connectivity Truck, which is a TGX 18.560 tractor with a semi-trailer that displays information about the new brand on a holographic projection screen. The Connectivity Truck also features a further innovation in the form of a prototype camera-based mirror replacement system, offering a first glimpse of developments that we might see in MAN trucks in the future. Press Release - http://www.corporate.man.eu/man/media/en/content_medien/doc/global_corporate_website_1/presse_und_medien_1/2016_4/mtb_1/160921_IAA_World_Premiere_RIO.pdf

Renault Trucks Press Release / September 23, 2016 Renault Trucks is offering a special High Edition series in its T High range. The High Edition version of the T High, the flagship of the Renault Trucks Long Haul range, comes with a number of features that highlight its design and enhance driving and travelling comfort. A worthy successor to the Renault Magnum, the perfectly flat floor of the Renault Trucks T High makes it extremely spacious and is particularly valued by long haul drivers. To provide maximum driver comfort, Renault Trucks is launching a special series today: the High Edition. With its elegant black paintwork, aluminium wheels and carbon-look trim, the T High Edition stands out on the road. Its interior design is underscored by fine red lines matching the red door handles.The driver’s cab includes the same plush styling with “High Edition”-embossed leather upholstery and carbon-look elements. For additional comfort, the steering wheel and two driver armrests of the T High Edition are available in leather. Other features complementing the interior atmosphere of the T range include soft lighting from spotlights along the passageways when the driver is resting, and red lights for maximum comfort when driving at night. The T High Edition boasts a 13-litre 520 HP engine with common rail injection system, and for optimal fuel consumption, the Fuel Eco+ pack with Optivision, the Renault Trucks predictive cruise control system with GPS. The model also comes with aerodynamic fixtures such as fixed roof-mounted deflectors and opening side deflectors. To maximise the safety of the driver and road users alike, this special series is equipped with the Protect pack, which includes adaptive cruise control, additional indicator lights and Xenon headlights. .

Volkswagen Truck and Bus Press Release / September 21, 2016 Brazil-based Volkswagen Truck and Bus is showcasing the success of its 'tailor-made concept' at the IAA 2016 in Hanover. The trucks sold by Volkswagen, as well as its selling and servicing arrangements, are always guided by the slogan "You don't want less, you don't need more." It is for this reason that the Brazilian commercial vehicle manufacturer continually monitors the demand trends within its markets and segments, keeping an eye out for developments in application solutions, in order to ensure that it can offer excellent, forward-thinking solutions at every step of the process. Volkswagen is celebrating its 35th birthday and the 20-year anniversary of its Resende plant in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Celebrations will commence at the IAA with vehicles on display that focus on technology, sustainability and connectivity. The overriding premise is to offer environmentally friendly transport solutions with robust vehicles for sustainable use in emerging nations, while also maintaining a focus on power, technology and connectivity. VW Constellation 24.280: The market leader comes with CNG power The VW Constellation 24.280, the flagship and market-leading product in Brazil for eight years running, will be appearing at the trade fair with a CNG drive system, which is a sustainable addition to the conventional diesel engines on offer. Estimates for the prototype envisage a 20% reduction in nitrogen oxide and particulate emissions compared with certifiable diesel engines in Brazil, which is compliant with the Euro 6 emissions standard and surpasses the current Euro 5 standard. With a range of up to 200 kilometres, the gas storage tank doesn't change the load capacity of the truck in comparison to the diesel version. The maximum load is 12.5 tonnes. Using beverage logistics as an example, this amounts to ten pallets each weighing 1,250 kilograms or a total of 9,400 bottles. With regard to its most important technical specifications, the VW Constellation 24.280 stands out thanks to its MAN E0836 280 hp engine with manual 6-gear shifting system and 'SmartRatio' driveline technology. This has been fully developed and patented by Volkswagen engineers in Resende. It uses the two axle transmission ratios on the dual-speed axle to multiply the gearbox potential. VW Constellation 25.420 Prime: environmentally friendly and powerful A further highlight of MAN Latin America's appearance at the trade fair will be the VW Constellation 25.420 6x2 Prime, the anniversary model to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the successful Constellation heavy truck range, the market leader in the Brazilian truck market. The most powerful vehicle in the Volkswagen truck portfolio is fitted with a Cummins ISL 9-litre engine, which produces over 420 hp and 1,850 Nm of torque. The 16-gear V-Tronic ZF automatic transmission results in significant fuel savings, thus increasing productivity and profitability during use. The reduced overall weight is one of the model’s greatest advantages, as the maximum load has been increased by one tonne in comparison with its major competitors. Alongside a significant change in the interior, exclusive colours, automatic V-Tronic gearbox and other high-quality details, the exhibited model has a strong focus on environmental aspects. The environmentally friendly driver compartments are made of up to 18% recycled plastic components, thus succeeding in making the vehicle more sustainable overall. The new design results in a weight reduction of 12 kg. VW Volksbus 18.280: optimised for biofuel from sugar cane In the passenger transport sector, Volkswagen will be showcasing a very 'Brazilian' solution at the IAA: the “Volksbus” 18.280 OT LE which is compatible with biofuel obtained from sugar cane. The completely air-sprung chassis with its powerful, 280 hp MAN 6-cylinder D08 EGR engine and ZF Ecolife automatic gearbox has been developed for use with renewable fuels, with a view to reducing nitrogen oxide and particulate emissions by 30-70%. The VW Volksbus 18.280 has capacity for 40 passengers. Telemetry: new means of reducing emissions Volkswagen has expanded the functionality of its Volksnet system. It has introduced a telematics system for fleet management, monitoring and vehicle tracking, which has been specially developed for Volkswagen. The exclusive CO2 emissions report allows the vehicle's CO2 output to be measured in order to make an active contribution towards achieving sustainability targets. More and more companies are demanding this information from their suppliers. The graph displaying the results of any fleet vehicle can be used to track, compare and verify the impact of the implemented programme over time. One of the principle innovations of the telematics system is that you are informed of the truck's efficiency in real time, either on a vehicle-by-vehicle basis or across the entire fleet. This also takes into account the run times of the air conditioning system, slow-moving traffic and more significant contraventions during the journey. Volksnet is an integrated tool geared towards boosting productivity and reducing costs. Initial tests have recorded savings of up to 20%. The system also helps to control emissions, a subject of fundamental global importance. .

The new MAN CLA Evolution sets itself apart on account of its quality and reliability MAN Truck & Bus Press Release / September 21, 2016 The robust and reliable MAN CLA Evolution series combines efficiency and performance for the Asian and African markets – and it's eco-friendly too! The modern range of products in the MAN CLA Evolution series includes tractor units in various axle combinations and chassis’ with or without bodywork. At IAA Commercial Vehicles 2016, MAN will be showcasing the new market-specific configurations for the series, new design elements and the eco-friendly Euro 6 engine with a 6.9-litre cylinder capacity. The sophisticated vehicle concept offers proven technology and fulfils the requirements of a robust, reliable truck for any operating conditions to be found within the export markets. The vehicles are manufactured at the MAN production site in Pithampur (India), which is certified in accordance with ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001. Thanks to the robust chassis, the economical and reliable engines and the chassis, which is designed for adverse road conditions, the CLA series is ideally suited for the Asian, African and Middle Eastern markets. This combination of durable and easily maintained technology is guaranteed when using the MAN CLA Evolution, even in countries with a less developed service infrastructure. Optimised for specific markets The series is robust and reliable, as well as being easy to maintain thanks to its minimal use of electronics. The fittings are individually tailored to the target markets, enabling the configuration of the vehicles ex works for specific applications. These robust trucks are now being exported via existing MAN sales structures to 40 markets. Since being introduced to the market ten years ago, the series has been delivered to a wide range of international customers. There are two-, three- and four-axle vehicles and chassis, tippers and transport mixers available, as well as chassis for special bodies. The proven MAN AP-axles are intended primarily for use in local and distribution transport, whilst hypoid axles are available on some models for long-haul versions. There are now also new region-specific rear axle ratios adapted to the driving speeds in different countries, while an ADR fitting for transporting hazardous materials is also available to order. The MAN CLA Evolution is available in left- or right-hand drive versions. New cabin design Depending on the area of application, there are two different choices of driver cabin for the MAN CLA Evolution. The short and functional Day Cab is suitable for local transport use and for construction sites utilising the maximum payload. The ergonomic seats, adjustable steering wheel, decluttered instrument panel, easy-to-reach functional buttons and good all-round visibility offer high levels of comfort and functionality. The straight design of the instrument panel allows the driver to easily enter and exit the vehicle on either side, regardless of the delivery situation. Customers also have the choice of the medium-length Sleeper Cab with its comfortable lounger, where the driver can unwind during resting periods. Furthermore, customers can now select either a winter or heat package depending on their region. New to the current MAN CLA Evolution are the H7 headlights, which increase safety on account of their high light output with a low energy consumption. The redesigned bumper in plastic or steel and the radiator grille reinforce the modern design and support reduced fuel consumption. The aerodynamic spoiler package prevents the sides of the cab from being heavily contaminated. A rear window in all models provides the driver with better all-round visibility. Higher payload In order to adapt to the respective road conditions and loading situations, the MAN CLA Evolution has an extremely robust chassis with large 20 or 22.5-inch tyres. The leaf-sprung front axle is designed to carry loads ranging from 6 to 7.5 tonnes depending on the country. The rear axles – either planetary hub or hypoid – also have leaf springs and can carry up to 22 tonnes depending on the model. The high-strength frame design and body-friendly frame construction provide a high payload. The new 6x4 version of the MAN CLA Evolution 31,300 model has now been re-approved for 31 t loads, with the 8x4 version increased to 37 t. This payload advantage is particularly noticeable with large tippers or transport mixer chassis’ with 7 m³ cylinders, whose volume can now be better utilised. The chassis impresses with its high level of driving comfort in every setting. New Euro 4 engine for the MAN CLA Evolution The MAN CLA Evolution is being offered with a Common Rail 6-cylinder in-line engine with 220 hp, 230 hp, 280 hp or 300 hp. The new EURO 4 6.9-litre unit is at present intended for the Indian, Moroccan and Filipino markets. Now with 300 hp at 2300 rpm, it achieves a torque value of 1150 Nm at 1200–1800 rpm. The vehicles are available with either a ZF 9-gear overdrive gearbox or 6-gear overdrive gearbox from Eaton. In addition, there's also an Allison automatic gearbox available. These well-matched components allow for the design of powerful drive trains for all types of vehicles and application areas up to a permissible gross vehicle weight of 40 tonnes. Furthermore, the vehicles are equipped with a wear-free exhaust valve brake, which not only increases the engine braking performance, but also prolongs the lifetime of the service brakes. The MAN CLA Evolution product range is still being developed on an ongoing basis, to ensure that, in future, goods and passenger transport in the target markets continue to be sustainable and environmentally friendly in nature. As a subsidiary of MAN Truck & Bus, MAN TRUCKS INDIA Pvt. Ltd. produces and sells trucks and buses from the CLA series for the Indian market and other selected markets. MAN CLA Evolution vehicles are exported both as TiB (truck in the box) assembly kits and complete units manufactured in India via MAN distribution companies in Asia and Africa. With this long-term strategic investment, MAN Truck & Bus is highlighting the major importance of the Indian market in its future strategy. .