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Meet ZF at APTA TRANSform & Expo 2026

Join us at the American Public Transportation Association Expo – Chicago, IL – October 4-7, 2026 | Booth #1737

ZF's Complete Bus Solutions for Public Transit Fleets

Reimagine Public Transit.

As the largest single-source complete public transport technology supplier and integrator, ZF Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) will exhibit at North America's APTA Expo in Chicago.

Explore ZF's comprehensive portfolio of technologies designed specifically for transit and bus applications, including electric drive systems, transmissions, steering systems, air compression technology, and integrated bus control solutions -- many of which are Buy America compliant.

WHY VISIT ZF?

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

ZF CVS innovates, integrates and supplies technology solutions - chassis, driveline, bus control, telematics and more – for city buses, motorcoaches and railway - to help the industry become fully autonomous, connected and electrified.​​

EcoLife 2

ZF's latest 6-speed auto transmission builds on 40 years of bus transmission expertise. Lightweight, durable design offers smooth, swift shifts, enhanced by a new damper and advanced software for efficiency and quieter operation.

AxTrax 2 LF

ZF's newest innovation in e-axles designed for urban buses. Modular and axle-based, the system maximizes battery space and enhances design flexibility. Built in-house, it boosts efficiency and performance for demanding bus applications. With 260 kW and 360 kW variants, it offers up to 10% more energy savings than its predecessor, ideal for frequent stops and slower urban bus operations.

e-Comp Scroll

Powering the future of zero-emission transit, ZF's e-comp Scroll delivers oil-free compressed air for hybrid, battery-electric, and fuel-cell buses with exceptionally low noise and vibration. Engineered to reduce maintenance requirements and lower total cost of ownership, it helps fleets operate more efficiently while supporting their sustainability goals.

PRESS & MEDIA

ZF Unveils Latest e-Mobility Solution for City Bus at APTA Expo '23

ZF presents its latest eMobility technologies at the 2023 APTA Expo, including the regional premiere of its new all-electric AxTrax 2 LF electric portal axle specifically designed for low-floor buses.

ZF Aftermarket Brings Bus Connect Telematics to North America

ZF Bus Connect enables public transit or private bus operators to improve efficiency and performance of their fleets by on offering insights on fleet safety, efficiency, and uptime -- which can have a large impact on ROI.

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