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Kubota Debuts Micro-Hybrid System to North American Market
The power assist V3307 Micro-Hybrid system supports the engine by delivering an additional electrical power boost of up to 10 kW.
Engineering Corner: Deutz Outlines Alternative Energy Strategy
Cleanly Produced Hydrogen Offers Promising Route to Cutting Emissions
Hydrogen Economy Outlook
MAHLE Opens New Testing Facility to Streamline Electric Vehicle Battery Development
Battery and Charging Trends for the Construction Industry
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Tires & Wheels
New Airless Tire Aims to Improve Productivity and Comfort
Taking inspiration from the shape of a cup, a new tire design with an airless structure helps improve the operator experience while reducing compaction.
Engines
Engine Efficiency and Performance Remain Key Design Factors for Manufacturers
Enhancements to internal components as well as the development of new technologies are enabling manufacturers to enhance their engine designs.
Engineering & Manufacturing
Equipment Manufacturers Honored for Innovative Machine Designs
The recipients of the iF DESIGN AWARD 2020 have been honored for advancements in electrification, automation and overall improved heavy equipment designs.
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ZF ECOMIX II Drive
For more than 40 years ZF has been the market leader in mixer drives, by providing long-proven performance and reliability of the ZF ECOMIX gearbox for numerous mixer truck applications worldwide.
DEUTZ Presents All-Electric 360V Drive System
DEUTZ collaborated with JLG on the 360V drive system which features two 40 kW electric motors – one for driving and one for the hydraulics in the telescopic arm.
Briggs & Stratton Exhibiting New Battery Pack and Single-Cylinder Engines at CONEXPO 2020
The company will also provide demonstrations of a mid-sized unmanned ground vehicle built by ARGO XTV which was the first application in which the Vanguard battery pack was used.
Technology News Tracker: Battery Options are Increasing
As electrification continues to increase, so has the need for new battery technologies capable of providing more power output.
Thermal Conveyance Solutions for Electric Powered Commercial Vehicles
Use of aluminum tubes and piping for thermal management in electric vehicles offers many benefits in comparison to other materials such as steel or rubber.
IMI Norgren Battery Conditioning Valve
IMI Precision Engineering's Battery Conditioning Valve utilizes motorized ball valve technology and features low energy consumption.
Volvo Trucks Demonstrates All-Electric VNR as Part of LIGHTS Innovation Showcase
Volvo Trucks North America provided a first look at its Class 8 battery-electric project trucks
New DOE Funding for Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Concepts
The new funding investment for the DOE's H2@Scale initiative will support R&D to expand production, storage and use of hydrogen.
Daimler VP to Keynote Green Truck Summit 2020
Daimler's Sean Waters will discuss the future of trucks powered by electricity, diesel fuel and hydrogen fuel cells.
DOE Announces New Funding for Advanced Vehicle Technologies
Research will focus on batteries, electrification, alternative fuels and engines for various industries including off-road equipment.
Scania Fuel Cell Trucks Begin Pilot Operations
Scania is partnering with ASKO to deploy four hydrogen gas trucks with electric drivelines which can be refueled by ASKO’s hydrogen gas station.
Meritor Acquires TransPower to Grow Electrification Expertise
Meritor's acquisition of electric drive system supplier TransPower will aid development of next-generation power systems.
Connectivity, Electrification and Automation Continue to Drive On-Highway Vehicle Market
Manufacturers are advancing electric and autonomous vehicle designs due to growing market interest and improving vehicle performance.
Mack Trucks Demonstrates Full-Electric Refuse Truck
The Mack LR Electric refuse truck features two 130-kW motors delivering 496 peak hp and will begin real-world testing in the second quarter of 2020 with the New York City Dept. of Sanitation.
Telematics Solution Tracks Performance of Battery-Electric Vehicles
XALT Energy has partnered with HED Inc. to develop the XALT Battery Viewer which uses various telematics tools to track data and diagnostic codes.
Peterbilt Collaborating with Dana on Electric Truck Powertrain Development
The Dana Spicer Electrified e-propulsion system will be integrated into Peterbilt's 220EV chassis.
SEA Electric Partners on Development of All-Electric Delivery Trucks for IKEA
The SEA-Drive 120a power system is being used in the 100% electric trucks for IKEA, which plans to have a zero-emissions truck fleet by 2025.
Freudenberg Focuses on Fuel Cell Development
Freudenberg Sealing Technologies plans to invest in and develop fuel cell technology as the need for seals diminishes.
Nikola, CNH and FPT Partner on Emissions-Free Transport, Unveil New Nikola TRE
The three companies have formed a joint venture to accelerate emissions-free transportation and will collaborate on bringing the Nikola TRE to market by 2021.
Cummins Shares Plans to Deliver Long-term Growth and Increased Profitability
Cummins intends to launch a New Power business which includes its existing electrification business as well as fuel cell and hydrogen production technologies.
Freudenberg Battery Technology to Power Long-Distance, All-Electric Passenger Coach
XALT ultra-high energy lithium-ion battery packs will be used to power Motor Coach Industries' zero-emission, MCI D45 CRTe LE CHARGE long-distance motor coach.
Webasto CV Standard Battery System
Webasto's CV Standard Battery System enables up to 10 packs to be used for a combined power output of 350 kWh.
Nikola Introducing New, More Powerful Battery Technology
Nikola's new 1,100 watt-hours per kg battery features cell technology expected to cost 50% less to produce than lithium-ion.
FPT Industrial Collaborating with Microvast to Develop Battery Power Systems
The battery systems will be offered on CNH Industrial vehicles and to third-party customers.
Perkins Hybrid-Electric Engine
The Perkins hybrid-electric engine incorporates an electric machine and battery within the engine system capable of capturing and reusing energy.
PowerCell MS-100 Fuel Cell System
The PowerCell MS-100 fuel cell system for off-road applications is 30% more compact, and was introduced during the Fuel Cell Seminar & Energy Exposition 2019.
Dana Collaborating with OEMs on Vehicle Electrification Projects
Dana is providing complete electric powertrain systems, and has partnered with an OEM on the development of a fully-electric terminal tractor.
BorgWarner to Highlight Propulsion Technology for Commercial Vehicles
BorgWarner will display its full line of commercial vehicle propulsion products at the North American Commercial Vehicle (NACV) Show 2019.
XALT XLP Low Profile Lithium-Ion Battery Pack for Commercial Vehicles
The XLP pack offers scalable high-density battery electric storage in a low profile package.
DOE Partnering with U.S. Army to Develop Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicle
The fuel cell/battery hybrid truck will be provide a clean energy solution for emergency relief and disaster management efforts.
