Press Kit

ZF EcoLife hybrid version (JPG, 315 KB) All of ZF's hybrid transmission variants based on the parallel hybrid design can be integrated into the existing driveline like manual or automatic transmission systems.
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ZF HyTronic (JPG, 59 KB) The overall HyTronic system consists of transmission, electric motor, inverter, high-voltage battery, and power routing. It can cover all the functions of a full hybrid system.
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ZF eTronic (JPG, 149 KB) The electromechanical hybrid transmission on the basis of the eTronic has been designed as a parallel hybrid with a coupling system which is why it is particularly suitable for light commercial vehicles in delivery traffic.
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ZF electric portal axle AVE 130 (JPG, 2.0 MB) The ZF electric portal axle AVE 130 based on an electric independent wheel drive - for particularly economical and resource-saving city bus operation.
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ZF's truck transmission of the future (JPG, 540 KB) ZF's truck transmission of the future: The basic transmission can be combined with four modules (from left to right): a dual-clutch module, a converter clutch, a single- or double-plate clutch, or a hybrid module. This increases comfort and saves fuel.
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ZF EcoLife (JPG, 674 KB) New dimension: The 6-speed automatic transmission ZF EcoLife transfers higher torques with lower fuel consumption. ZF is currently also developing the hybrid version of the new automatic transmission for commercial vehicles.
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ZF AS Tronic family (JPG, 1.0 MB) Easy operation, safety, and fuel economy for all commercial vehicle classes: The ZF AS Tronic family with the product ranges AS Tronic (at the back), AS Tronic mid (on the right), and AS Tronic lite (on the left).
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ZF eTronic (JPG, 251 KB) Cost reducer: With ZF's automatic eTronic transmission, vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of up to seven tons can save considerably in terms of operating costs.
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ZF Intarder (JPG, 2.0 MB) The new Intarder has 25 percent more braking power, weighs less, works more quietly, and is more environmentally friendly than its predecessor.
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ZF EcoShift  (JPG, 816 KB) The new ZF EcoShift 6-speed manual transmission for buses is a flexible basic transmission that can be modularly extended depending on the requirements.
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ZF PowerLine (JPG, 422 KB) The 6-speed automatic transmission ZF PowerLine closes the gap in the ZF product portfolio between passenger car powershift transmissions and powershift transmissions for medium/heavy commercial vehicles.
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Functions of Openmatics (JPG, 357 KB) Functions of Openmatics: an on-board unit collects vehicle data and transfers it to the web server. Here, software applications - so-called apps - have access and generate evaluations. The results can be called off by duly authorized users via a web portal.
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Openmatics Screenshot (JPG, 675 KB) The basic version of openmatics already includes some telematics applications. Further apps are made available through third party providers, such as the Funkwerk eurotelematik GmbH.
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ZF Ecomid (JPG, 614 KB) ZF transmission model range for applications in the market for delivery trucks and on construction sites: the Ecomid 9-speed manual transmission.
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ZF Ecosplit (JPG, 557 KB) Economical endurance runner: its advantages – lower weight and favorable lifecycle costs – are also played off on the Russian market by ZF's Ecosplit manual commercial vehicle transmission. The 16-speed version is manufactured at the ZF Kama location in Naberezhnye Chelny (Tatarstan).
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ZF 5 S 400 (JPG, 716 KB) ZF especially adapted the 5 S 400 manual transmission to the requirements of the Chinese market. Here, the transmission is applied for the first time with the new truck of the Aumark brand.
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ZF AS Tronic lite  (JPG, 547 KB) Attractive: The new ZF AS Tronic lite for light buses excels thanks to its increased comfort, low fuel consumption, and thus, better economy.
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ZF DMF for commercial vehicles and buses  (JPG, 722 KB) The DMF for Commercial Vehicles and buses ensures effective torsional damping, which protects the gearbox and enhances driving comfort. Another advantage: it enables comfortable driving even at low engine speeds, and thus helps lower fuel consumption.
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ZF XTend (JPG, 920 KB) XTend compensates for clutch wear of commercial vehicles and passenger cars.
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ZF Services (JPG, 344 KB) Approximately 650 Service Centers worldwide guarantee first-class service for ZF products.
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Networking of ZF systems (JPG, 223 KB) Offers more than the sum of its parts: Networking ZF systems increases safety and comfort. Furthermore, ZF's engineering studies show which possibilities ZF systems offer manufacturers for their own networking projects.
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ZF 4-point link axle suspension  (JPG, 1.0 MB) ZF's tried and trusted 4-point link axle suspension saves weight.
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ZF VG 750  (JPG, 287 KB) The two-stages all-wheel-drive transfer case VG 750 from ZF is ideally suited for application in medium-size all-wheel-drive commercial vehicles because it provides for a good level of off-road capability and mobility.
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ZF ADM (JPG, 147 KB) Incorrect operation excluded: The ZF ADM, Automatic Drivetrain Management, controls all shifting functions in the driveline automatically.
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ZF stabilizer link with polygon joining technology (JPG, 1.0 MB) Intelligent solution for the rear-axle suspension: the new stabilizer link with polygon joining technology. Together with the aluminum v-link and a spring bellows carrier, it takes over the axle location in longitudinal and transversal direction and the vertical axle load support.
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NVH solutions from ZF (JPG, 316 KB) ZF offers the suitable NVH solution for each application in driveline, chassis, and driver's cab: engine mounts (1), leaf-spring eye mounts (2), stabilizer mounts (3), cabin suspensions (4), leaf-spring mounts (5) and strut mounts (6).
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Inverter with DC/DC converter (JPG, 3.0 MB) Transforming high voltage for onboard electronics: Hybrid systems for commercial vehicles now have inverters with DC/DC converters.
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ZF Control unit (JPG, 1.0 MB) Modular design: Control units made by the ZF Electronic Systems business unit can be installed in conventional and hybrid drivelines.
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High-speed revolution sensor for turbochargers (JPG, 1.0 MB) Revving up the turbo: The high-speed revolution sensor for turbochargers made by the ZF Electronic Components business unit is an important component when it comes to downsizing commercial vehicle engines.
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ZF EcoLife  (JPG, 672 KB) Ideal supplement for all BRT concepts: the 6-speed automatic transmission ZF EcoLife increases performance, economy, and passenger comfort at the same time.
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BRT in Istanbul (JPG, 594 KB) Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Istanbul with ZF's low-floor technology lets the prices for real estate soar in the areas around the BRT route.
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BRT in Guangzhou (JPG, 232 KB) Guangzhou: Implementation of a BRT system in the record time of 15 months overall construction time.
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Volvo BT Artic (JPG, 354 KB) Sao Paolo: 150 double-articulated buses from Volvo set a new vehicle trend in the Brazilian metropolis.
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ZF AV 132  (JPG, 292 KB) Quick boarding and alighting: The ZF portal axle AV 132 allows for the entire vehicle to be realized with a low-floor design, featuring a floor height of just 405 millimeters.
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ZF RL 75 EC (JPG, 151 KB) High steering angle: The RL 75 EC low-floor independent suspension for better handling, particularly in double-articulated buses. Furthermore, it improves running, steering, and driving comfort and provides for more safety.
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Zf RL 55 EC (JPG, 2.0 MB) New at ZF: RL 55 EC independent suspension for midibuses.
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CDC (Continuous Damping Control)  (JPG, 999 KB) In the variable CDC (Continuous Damping Control) damper system, an electronic control unit calculates optimal damping for each axle and immediately transfers this to the CDC dampers with virtually no time delay.
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ZF AS Tronic lite for light buses (JPG, 543 KB) Favorable: The new ZF AS Tronic lite for light buses excels thanks to its increased comfort, low fuel consumption, and thus, better economy.
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ZF Servocom (JPG, 297 KB) The ZF Servocom power steering system combines high maneuverability and easy running with comfort and safety. It is used in trucks and buses.
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