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The technology demands on commercial vehicles are becoming increasingly complex. Whether for the transports of goods or people, these vehicles have to perform their duties as economically as possible. ZF´s Driveline and Chassis Technology makes a decisive contribution to meeting these high demands.

Driving Integration. With Hybrid Technology.

The properties of commercial vehicles are assessed according to increasingly strict standards. Hybrid technology is blazing decisive trails into the future in the areas of fuel savings, environmental compatibility, and noise reduction. ... more

Combining Benefits. In the Chassis of the Future.

Things that seem barely feasible today will be reality for automotive manufacturers and expected by customers tomorrow: lighter suspensions, even greater driving stability, improved safety in all situations, increased comfort and steering precision, and even better damping properties. ... more

Forward Thinking. System Networking in Commercial Vehicles.

The path to the future of commercial vehicle technology is clear: systems that work together as a unit. They allow even greater safety and efficiency in vehicle operation. ... more

Economical Driving. Tailor-Made Solutions.

The maintenance costs of a commercial vehicle over the product life cycle are approximately five times the purchase cost. Therefore, measures that help reduce ongoing costs from daily use are especially important. ... more

Going Faster. With Bus Rapid Transit.

Fast-growing major cities struggle with the same problem throughout the world: crowded streets due to increasing individual traffic. The only way to counter this is an efficient and flexible passenger transport system such as Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), where initial outlays are quickly amortized. ... more

Working Better. In Commercial Vehicles.

Comfort in the cabin is not a luxury but a means to an end. Comfort supports driver concentration and improves working conditions ? the prerequisite for the driver, vehicle, and load always getting underway and arriving on time. ... more

Winning Partnerships. Beyond Purchase.

A company can only work profitably when its commercial vehicles are in operation. As a result, customers expect additional services that keep their vehicle in good shape, powerful, and flexible through its life cycle ? beyond the classic maintenance and repair service. ... more

Conserving Resources. Economy and Ecology in Harmony.

The effects of traffic on the environment are manifold. The goal, despite increasing traffic, is to minimize the negative impacts and still take economic aspects into account. ... more

Last Update: 30.01.2008