ENHANCED ALLISON HYBRID SYSTEM FOR BUSES AND COACHES
Published at 04.11.2011 in Alternatives, Components
The updated Allison Transmission H40EP and H50EP Hybrid Systems feature enhancements including Allison Fourth Generation Electronic Controls, a second-generation DPIM2 (Dual Power Inverter Module 2) unit, the latest ESS2 (Energy Storage System 2), and new Allison HyValue™ performance features. Furthermore, Allison has taken the next major technological step with the introduction of DC to DC converter capabilities.
SCANIA UNVEILS NEW HEAVY-DUTY GLOBAL ENGINE PLATFORM
Published at 02.11.2011 in Components, International developments
Scania unveiled its new global engine platform that will be used worldwide for all emission standards: Euro 3, Euro 4, Euro 5, EEV and Euro 6. European markets also have access to an extended range of Euro 5 and EEV engines with SCR technology. The engines can operate on up to 100% biodiesel.
HALDEX ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM FOR CHINESE BUS MANUFACTURERS
Published at 28.10.2011 in Components, International developments
Two of the leading Chinese Bus manufactures, Suzhou Kinglong and Golden Dragon, have chosen Haldex TK+ as the anti-lock braking system for their buses and coaches. Serial supply to both customers has already started.
NEW VOITH SECONDARY WATER RETARDER IN MERCEDES-BENZ TRAVEGO EDITION 1
Published at 24.10.2011 in Components, Technology
Voith presents at de Busworld 2011 exhibition the world's first secondary water retarder for road vehicles. The new retarder has up to 30 percent more continuous braking power and works with the engine coolant as operating medium. As a result, it is not only wear-free, but also ensures higher braking outputs and availability.
ZF LAUNCHES SECOND GENERATION LOW-FLOOR BUS AXLE AV 133
Published at 23.10.2011 in Components, Public transport
At the Busworld Europe 2011 in Kortrijk, Belgium, ZF Friedrichshafen AG presents the new low-floor portal axle AV 133. The new axle generation will be introduced in two stages – to be implemented by 2014. The first implementation stage will be completed by the end of 2011. During 2014, the second stage will take place in close cooperation with the customers.
