ZF Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS), a division of ZF Friedrichshafen AG, is at the forefront of transforming logistics and public transport with clean, safe, and intelligent mobility. With decades of leadership in driveline, transmission, and safety systems, ZF is now focusing on next-generation commercial vehicle electrification to make fleets greener, smarter, and more efficient.
Technology
ZF’s expertise spans across electric mobility, automated driving, and digital fleet optimization. Leveraging its extensive driveline knowledge and onboard system data, ZF develops integrated solutions that allow trucks, buses, and trailers to communicate, optimize energy use, and reduce emissions. Its electrification technology enables both battery and fuel-cell-powered vehicles, as well as hybrid solutions for diesel trucks, supporting a smooth transition toward zero-emission transportation.
Products and Services
ZF CVS delivers a diverse portfolio of electrification products tailored to heavy-duty commercial vehicles, buses, and light commercial fleets.
One of ZF’s flagship solutions is the AxTrax 2 electric axle, designed for buses and heavy-duty trucks. This integrated e-axle system combines the motor, inverter, and transmission into a compact unit, significantly reducing installation complexity and weight. AxTrax 2 delivers high efficiency, lower noise levels, and increased range for commercial EVs, enabling operators to achieve cost-effective and sustainable fleet performance.
ZF also provides advanced battery systems, such as the Sachs SI-725-01 Battery, built for high energy density and reliable performance in demanding environments. These batteries are engineered for durability, thermal stability, and scalability, supporting buses, trucks, and last-mile logistics vehicles. By integrating intelligent battery management systems (BMS), ZF ensures safety, long lifecycle, and optimized charging performance.
For propulsion, ZF offers the ZF eDrive traction motor, a high-performance motor developed for commercial EV platforms. The motor provides strong torque output, high efficiency across speed ranges, and compact packaging for flexible integration into electric trucks and buses. With reliability and power density as key features, ZF’s traction motors enable fleets to achieve improved driving performance and lower operating costs.
Recent Developments
Recently, Range Energy partnered with ZF to scale electric trailers, a breakthrough in trailer electrification technology. This collaboration enables diesel and electric trucks alike to benefit from hybridized trailer systems, significantly improving efficiency and reducing emissions.
Additionally, ZF recently unveiled innovations like OptiTire, an advanced tire pressure monitoring system, and the next generation of its EcoLife bus transmissions, demonstrating the company’s ongoing commitment to safer and more intelligent mobility solutions.
ZF CVS is committed to expanding its electrification portfolio, particularly in heavy-duty trucks and buses. The company plans to advance modular electric powertrain platforms that can adapt to diverse vehicle applications, from long-haul freight to urban transport. By integrating electrification with automated driving and digital fleet management, ZF aims to deliver holistic solutions that help customers transition to fully sustainable fleets.
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