VDL delivers another cut in TCO for Futura 2
No manufacturer is neglecting desires to see operating costs reduced, and VDL says it has done just that with its Futura 2 coach thanks...
Allison announces nine-speed ‘box
Allison used IAA in Hanover to announce its new nine-speed automatic for the bus market. It will replace the existing 2000 Series six-speed and...
We are ready for Euro 7, says Cummins as it reveals concept
Cummins used IAA Hanover to “represent the next leap forward in diesel engine evolution” by displaying a concept of how a Euro 7 engine...
VDL reveals an updated driveline for Futura 2
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Revised Futura 2 driveline delivers downspeeding and an economy boost
VDL has announced details of the new DAF/ZF driveline in its Futura...
New life for hybrids after refurb by Volvo for contract
Volvo has proved that there is a second life for hybrid buses, with the delivery of three B5LH diesel-electric hybrids to Hampshire-based Xelabus as...
ZF to target smaller bus engines with PowerLine?
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PowerLine is an eight-speed automatic gearbox suited to smaller engines
ZF has raised the likelihood of offering a gearbox that is a...
Cummins reveals new versatile electric driveline
Modular concept can be used as zero-emission or range extender package in urban on interurban work
Electric driveline is either zero emission or equipped with range...
Allison raises possibility of nine-speed bus ‘box
Existing six-speed range (pictured) may be replaced by nine-ratio units
Allison revealed early details of the nine-speed gearbox that it plans to introduce in 2020...
No limit ZF stop-start tech to debut in early 2017
Manufacturer’s development is complete; in-vehicle testing now well underway with OEMs, it says
First EcoLife gearboxes with stop-start compatibility are due in Q1 2017
ZF has...
Voith passes 300 mark for stop-start gearboxes
Voith continues to set the pace for stop-start gearbox compatibility
Over 300 Voith DIWA.6 gearboxes with stop-start technology are now in service in the UK.
Sales...
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