IVECO/IRISBUS LAUNCH EURO 6 ENGINES
Published at 24.05.2011 in Components, Technology
The new low-emission Cursor 11 diesel engine from Iveco and Fiat Powertrain Technologies meets Euro-6 without EGR. The development comes from FPT Industrial's SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) technology, which will be introduced on the two new Cursor and Tector engine ranges for heavy-duty trucks and buses.
BMAC LAUNCHES LED HEADLIGHTS FOR BUSES AND COACHES
Published at 08.05.2011 in Components, Technology
BMAC from Britain has launched Europe's first E approved range of LED "90mm" headlight units. It's unique "Duo- Lux" lens configuration produces a precision beam pattern that maximise the illumination of the road ahead, according to the manufacturer. BMAC headlamps will provide maintenance free operation for many years. With BMAC's three year guarantee and a typical useful life of up to 10 years (based on an average use of eight hours a day) bulb changes will be a thing of the past.
E-TRACTION IN COLD WEATHER TEST
Published at 13.04.2011 in Alternatives, Technology
In-wheel direct drive motor company e-Traction Europe BV early in the spring of 2011 has undertaken a new development projection in cooperation with Hybricon SE of Umeå, Sweden to equip two Volvo 7700 city buses with a modified e-Traction system for cold-weather testing. At this time in spring in Sweden, temperatures are still well below zero, with icy road conditions throughout the day.
SCANIA UNVEILS EURO 6 HEAVY-DUTY ENGINES
Published at 05.04.2011 in Components, Technology
Scania is unveiling 440 and 480 hp (324 and 353 kW) 13-liter Euro 6-compliant engines. The engines combine a range of technical solutions to meet the more stringent emission requirements, while the consumption of fuel is as good as Scania’s Euro 5 engines.
DAIMLER LAUNCHES NEW HEAVY-DUTY, EURO VI-COMPLIANT ENGINES
Published at 20.03.2011 in Components, Technology
Daimler has launched the Mercedes-Benz OM 471, under the name “Blue Efficiency Power”. The Blue Efficiency Power generation of Mercedes-Benz engines has been specifically developed for use in Europe and is the first of its type to meet, from the outset, the Euro VI emission standard.
