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New MAN TGX EfficientLine 3 is launched MAN Truck & Bus Press Release / September 21, 2016 MAN showcases the third edition of the MAN EfficientLine at the IAA 2016 trade fair. Its economic fuel-saving potential has already been proven in a comparative test drive with its predecessor. TÜV SÜD certifies that the MAN TGX EfficientLine3 delivers a further 6.35% fuel saving against the MAN TGX EfficientLine 2. A look back to 2011: MAN show their commitment to increasing transport efficiency with the slogan “Consistently efficient”. MAN’s launch of the EfficientLine semi-trailer tractor took the sector by surprise. A controversial debate broke out among customers regarding some of the methods used to reduce fuel consumption. Passions ran high as the speed was restricted to 85km/h instead of 89km/h and attachments such as sunblinds and truck horns, which interfered with the aerodynamics, were omitted. MAN were proved right due to their success. Over 56,000 semi-trailer tractors with EfficientLine equipment have so far rolled off MAN's assembly lines. A series of changes all played their part in contributing to this success. These included spoilers and side panels for optimising aerodynamics, lightweight construction in the form of aluminium parts for the compressed-air tank, rims and diesel tank, retarder installed as standard, air compressor controlled to meet requirements (APM, Air Pressure Management) and optional TPM tyre pressure monitoring for maintaining optimal tyre pressure. MAN launched packages with elements of the EfficientLine design to optimise other basic vehicles such as semi-trailer tractors in the MAN TGS series or chassis such as on the swap body truck. Other European truck manufacturers responded by launching comparable models. IAA 2016 will see the launch of the new MAN TGX EfficientLine. To clearly demonstrate the fuel-saving potential, MAN performed a consumption tour with an MAN TGX 18.500 4x2 BLS EfficientLine 3 semi-trailer tractor in July. The basis for comparison was provided by the truck's predecessor model - an MAN TGX 18.480 4x2 BLS EfficientLine 2 - which travelled with it along the same route. The TÜV SÜD monitored how the measured values were determined. The consumption tour stretched almost 4,000 kilometres through six European countries: Germany, Austria, Italy, France, Spain and Switzerland. The starting point and final destination was Munich. The efficiency of the EfficientCruise - the latest generation anticipational cruise control - was demonstrated in particular on the topographically challenging sections of the route. The EfficientRoll freewheeling gearbox function came into effect on gentle inclines or slightly undulating route sections. The reworking of the new D26 CommonRail engine and the driveline redesigned for this with TipMatic gearbox 12+2 27 DD Profi and axle transmission ratio of i = 2.53 also played their part in reducing fuel consumption. On the basis of their trials over the course of the continued development of the driveline, the technicians at MAN had anticipated a fuel saving of at least five percent on this rout. But even this positive estimation turned out to be too conservative on the consumption tour. According to the in-depth analysis of the measurement report provided by TÜV SÜD, the actual difference in fuel consumption between the EfficientLine 3 and EfficientLine 2 was 6.35%. In order to illustrate this encouraging increase in efficiency in Europe and to promote the MAN TGX EfficientLine 3 in an eye-catching fashion at the IAA, these two vehicles took part in a promotional tour over the same route as the consumption tour as part of the MAN pre-IAA press conference on 20 July 2016 in Munich. This tour also spanned almost 4,000 kilometres through six European countries. The convoy was scheduled to make eight stops on route in Bregenz-Hohenems (Austria), Milan (Italy), La Junquera and Irun (Spain), La Corrèze (France), Bulle and Birr (Switzerland) and finally in Munich in order to allow customers and truck drivers in these locations to see the new MAN TGX for the first time. Alongside the tour, there were various different activities taking place in the countries such as competitions, the awarding of prizes and expert lectures. The primary focus of this was to post active updates about the tour to the various social media channels such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. Daily video summaries and animated infographics outlining the features of the new MAN TGX EfficientLine3 kept enthusiasts up to date at all times throughout the tour. The virtual coverage of the tour was rounded off with an emotional look behind the scenes under the slogan “Faces of Europe” and creative collages depicting each country. On the whole, the interest over the course of the tour was very high. With 10,362 likes and 1,641 shares, Facebook was the most successful channel, reaching a total of 5 million people and consequently gaining 2,164 new likes for the MAN Truck & Bus Facebook page. On Twitter, up to 52,000 followers were reached and the account clocked up 37 retweets. On the whole, thanks to the broad, targeted organisation of the promotional tour and various contributions to social media, awareness of the new MAN TGX EfficientLine 3 has increased significantly. .

Exclusivity in blue – the MAN PerformanceLine Edition MAN Truck & Bus Press Release / September 21, 2016 The flagship of the MAN TGX series with an output of 640 HP is now released in a special limited edition numbering an exclusive 100 vehicles. With its bold blue interior design, this vehicle truly sets itself apart from the standard series model. The MAN PerformanceLine Edition combines numerous special features in the driver's cab and the external design to create an exclusive premium vehicle. It is only available in the MAN TGX series with the top-of-the-range Euro 6 engine boasting an impressive 640 HP. On the outside, the vehicle is equipped with mirrors casings and a lower protective radiator grille in elegant anthracite, set off perfectly by chrome applications on the two horizontal radiator fins. A sun visor, two air horns and plaque with the PerformanceLine logo on the doors round off the special edition design. The interior of the TGX is a particular gem, with numerous applications featuring a distinct blue colour scheme: blue contrasting seams emphasise the contours of the leather multi-function steering wheel, the comfort seats and the floor lining. The lion symbol is imprinted in the head rests and also clearly recognisable as a blue outline on the underside of the top bed. The seatbelts and the inside of the all round curtains are also held in blue, as is the eye-catching brushed aluminium insert on the instrument panel. An additional PerformanceLine plaque on the instrument panel of the passenger side serves to further emphasise the exclusive nature of this special series. The PerformanceLine logo also appears on the display when switching on the MAN Media Truck Advanced radio and navigation system, which is characterised by its outstanding sound quality and comprehensive additional functions such as digital radio reception as standard. The leather interior trim and the seat covers in a blend of Alcantara and leather guarantee a feeling of exclusivity and comfort. At the IAA 2016, MAN will be presenting the PerformanceLine Edition in form of a steel-blue metallic, dual-axle semitrailer tractor with an optional styling package. This package consists of high-shine polished front and side brackets in stainless steel, with integrated LED accent lighting and a solid roof beam with four halogen high-beam headlights. Customers are, of course, free to choose their desired colour and vehicle design. There is a wide range of different variants, with two and three-axle semitrailer tractors and two to four-axle chassis in combination with cabs in sizes XL, XLX and XXL. Both left-hand and right-hand drive vehicles can be fitted out with the features of the PerformanceLine Edition. The MAN TGX PerformanceLine will be available as from the IAA 2016. Production will begin from January 2017. .

MAN at the IAA Commercial Vehicles 2016: a wealth of product innovations for the truck series MAN Truck & Bus Press Release / September 21, 2016 In addition to a number of world premieres, MAN Truck & Bus is also showcasing other vehicles and new technologies at the IAA. A new light hypoid tandem axle increases carrying capacity and reduces consumption. MAN Hydrodrive, a selectable hydrostatic drive in the front axle, boosts traction when needed and is now also available in combination with the MAN TipMatic automatic gearbox. With its new TGS-TS, a lightweight vehicle that can simultaneously handle maximum payloads, MAN is bringing targeted optimisation to the industry. With a systematic orientation towards optimising transport within the industry, MAN Truck & Bus develops vehicles and technologies with a focus on delivering the highest possible cost-effectiveness and efficiency. Developments that reduce the unladen weight of the vehicle make it possible to increase the payload and therefore also the transport volume. Systems that can be switched on as and when required allow for a flexible use of the trucks even in unusual situations without having to make any compromise on efficiency and payload advantage in normal operation. A plus for the payload: new light hypoid tandem axle At the bauma 2016 earlier this year, MAN presented its new light hypoid tandem axle unit, which is particularly suited to transport operations where the payload is critical. The unit is being presented at the trade fair in the weight-optimised version of the four-axle truck mixer MAN TGS 32.400 8x4 BB, which weighs in at approximately 280 kilogrammes less compared to corresponding planetary axles. The weight advantage achieved over today’s conventional hypoid axles with a 13-tonne load capacity is 180 kilogrammes. In terms of truck mixers, this means, for example, that it is possible to transport 180 kilogrammes more concrete or water. The requirement for the use of thermo-insulated bodies when transporting asphalt adds additional weight. The operator is now able to compensate for this payload loss with a lighter axle unit. With a technical gross train weight of 60 tonnes, there are also applications outside the construction sector in distribution and long-haul transport. Besides its benefits in terms of improved payload, this tandem axle unit also offers other advantages. The fuel consumption is slightly lower than in vehicles fitted with planetary axles. In a direct comparison, the new hypoid axle construction – designed for a payload of 11.5 tonnes – also offers additional ground clearance of approximately four centimetres. This means MAN now achieves the ground clearance required for N3G approval (off-road vehicle) with 315/80 R 22.5 tyres fitted. The new axle unit is available for normal-height vehicles up to 480 HP with the leaf-leaf and leaf-air suspension versions of the TGX 6x4, TGS 6x4 and 8x4, but also for the TGM with 6x4 drive configuration. Additionally, the TGX 6x4 and TGS 6x4 and 8x4 also benefit from this equipment alternative in the medium height version with leaf-leaf suspension. The new tandem axle provides a transmission ratio of i = 2.85 to ensure an efficient drive train configuration. The longest ratio offered to date was i = 3.08. A broader range of applications: MAN HydroDrive combined with TipMatic With the presentation of the MAN HydroDrive in 2005, MAN introduced a new drive technology variant for trucks to the market. The technical solution of a hydrostatically driven front axle to increase traction when required and to deliver a strong braking effect on steep off-road slopes was received in many sectors with great interest. MAN is offering this system in the widest range of configurations available on the market. It can be provided for two-, three- and four-axle vehicles in the TGS series and for two- and three-axle semitrailer tractors in the TGX series and is ideal for vehicles that are primarily driven on surfaced roads and only occasionally need additional traction. Typical areas of application are unsurfaced roads and construction sites, farm and forest tracks and unclean roads, or roads covered in ice and snow. The benefit of the hydrostatic front-axle drive really becomes evident if an off-road slope has to be negotiated without a load. A typical example of this is the tipping semitrailer tractor which has unloaded at the bottom of a pit. The rear axle, now under very little load, lacks traction on the incline. The innovation of the HydroDrive combined with the MAN TipMatic automatic gearbox is now available to order at the IAA. Both the “on-road” and “off-road” gear shifting programmes are available. Milk collection vehicles are one example of the on-road application of the gear shifting software, while tipping semitrailer tractors and timber transporters are typical off-road applications. There are no restrictions on use of the engine and gearbox-dependent power take-offs. MAN has continued to develop this system and improved its practical operation for users. MAN optimised the routing of the hydraulic lines with the introduction of the Euro 6 design. The clearance around the wheels has been increased to allow for larger rims and tyre widths – even with tyre chains attached. The driver can activate the MAN HydroDrive using a rotary switch even under load and whilst driving. The system switches off automatically above a speed of 28 km/h. The system re-engages without driver intervention if the speed drops below 23 km/h. The payload advantage compared to a conventional all-wheel drive is one of the recognised benefits of MAN HydroDrive. The weight advantage is 500 to 750 kilogrammes depending on the vehicle configuration. From a business perspective, the fuel saving represents a further benefit – when the system is switched off, the front wheels rotate freely, as with an on-road vehicle. MAN also offers this additional traction for vehicles with a normal height design. The low frame height makes it easier for drivers to enter and exit the cab. The body's lower centre of gravity has a positive effect on driving stability. All MAN TipMatic and MAN HydroDrive components are located below the top edge of the frame. MAN vehicles are thus distinguished by the unlimited options available in terms of bodies. On descents, the HydroDrive transfers the engine braking effect to the front axle. This provides safety and lateral traction on slippery ground, resulting in overall improved vehicle control. The payload heavyweight: the new TGS-TS for tank and silo haulage The consistent industry-specific focus of the new MAN TGS series supports economic tank and silo haulage operations. In industries where goods are billed according to the transported volume, the payload is of high importance. For this reason, MAN’s focus for the TS version of the TGS range has always been on creating a lightweight vehicle that can simultaneously handle maximum payloads. MAN has optimised the unladen weight of the new MAN TGS-TS, making this vehicle the lightest customer-oriented semitrailer tractor for tank and silo operations in the MAN product portfolio. If all the measures are implemented, the unladen weight of the TGS-TS is no more than around 6560 kilogrammes. This permits an increase in the payload of more than 100 kilogrammes. The measures that have been implemented include the reduction of the series standard 35 litre AdBlue tank to a capacity of 20 litres. Fastening the side panel in combination with the fender bracket saves both parts and weight. The changeover of the battery box to a version with two 155 Ah batteries instead of two 175 Ah batteries can provide a potential saving of 45 kilogrammes. The TGS-TS now also features a new, lighter steering gear as standard. In combination with the new weight-optimised front axle and propshaft, these measures reduce the overall weight by up to 24 kilogrammes. Irrespective of this, the MAN TGS-TS still benefits from the same design upgrade in the interior and on the vehicle front as every new MAN TGS. The aerodynamically optimised radiator fins improve air circulation. The bed behind the seats can be separated from the driver's workplace with curtains in sand beige. The MAN TipMatic 12 26 DD Profi driveline includes new transmission-side features such as the combination of EfficientRoll with EfficientCruise, smart shifting, shift-support, rocking-free mode and idle speed driving. This means that the new MAN TGS-TS is not only optimised in terms of its payload but also benefits from improved efficiency. .

MAN trucks at the IAA 2016: more efficient, more economical, networked MAN Truck & Bus Press Release / September 21, 2016 MAN is taking numerous steps to optimise its engine programme for the 2017 range. These ensure significantly improved fuel consumption with increased performance and driving dynamics as well as the expected high level of reliability. The new generation D38 engine offers up to 640 HP and reaches its greatest torque - up to 3000 Nm - even at low engine speeds. Optimised for fleet applications, the new D26 offers a power spectrum from 420 to 500 HP with a simultaneously low tare weight and low fuel consumption. In combination with the new versions of the MAN TipMatic transmission with individually tuned driving programmes for every area of application, the MAN ranges also have highly efficient, economical and environmentally-friendly drivetrains. EfficientLine 3 achieves additional fuel savings of 6.35% Additionally, MAN will be bringing the latest version of the EfficientLine concept to the IAA, which combines all of the technical and aerodynamic fuel efficiency measures into one truck. To clearly demonstrate the fuel saving potential of the new EfficientLine 3 generation, MAN carried out a fuel consumption test journey with an MAN TGX 18.500 4x2 BLS EfficientLine 3 semitrailer tractor in July. The basis for comparison was provided by the truck's predecessor model - an MAN TGX 18.480 4x2 BLS EfficientLine 2 - which travelled with it along the same route. TÜV SÜD monitored how the measured values were determined. The official results confirmed that the EfficientLine 3 saves another 6.35% in fuel over 100 kilometres compared to an identically configured EfficientLine 2. The new flagship with 640 HP: TGX PerformanceLine Edition In addition, MAN will also be unveiling numerous design innovations for its TG series at the IAA 2016. Externally, the MAN lion stands proudly in the foreground. TGX and TGS receive newly designed and dynamic cooling air intakes. On the inside, warm colours with new materials and seat upholstery lend all TG models a bright and high quality feel, which is complemented by the distinctive steering wheel design. Furthermore, the driver’s workplace benefits from a new Infotainment system, automatic headlight activation and rain sensors in all models. The new MAN MMT Media Truck Advanced infotainment system is available in 5” and 7” screen versions, and offers a wide range of new features such as digital radio reception, effective traffic information, connection options for different auxiliary devices and a truck-specific navigation function upon request. As its absolute top model in the TGX series, MAN will be presenting the PerformanceLine Edition at the IAA 2016. As well as the numerous exclusive interior and exterior design elements, this special series also boasts the top-of-the-range engine with an output of up to 640 HP. Looking to the future with connectivity and eMobility On the topic of alternative drives, MAN will be presenting an electric mobility concept vehicle in Hanover. The purely electrically-powered MAN TGS semitrailer tractor has been designed for inner-city night-time deliveries, such as store deliveries in the food retailing sector. The concept truck offers a generous load volume with a low tare weight, and is free from emissions (CO2, NOx, noise). As a further focus for the IAA, MAN is putting strong emphasis on new approaches to networking the world of transportation. MAN is paving the way for the logistics of the future, and is devoting a special platform at the IAA 2016 to RIO – the new brand from Volkswagen Truck & Bus in the field of digital solutions. RIO is an open, cross-manufacturer business and technology platform that provides individual and uniquely intuitive digital services for the entire transportation and logistics ecosystem. The new digital products and services offered by RIO will enable customers to optimise their logistics processes and manage product flows more efficiently thanks to intelligent networking. From 2017, every new MAN truck will feature the technical prerequisites that make it possible to exploit the full potential of these new services. As the initiator of RIO, MAN is responsible for its development within the Volkswagen Truck & Bus Group. .

MAN at the IAA Commercial Vehicles 2016: a future-proof portfolio MAN is presenting its new future-proof portfolio at the IAA in Hanover - the world's largest trade fair for commercial vehicles. MAN Truck & Bus Press Release / September 21, 2016 With the world première of the new MAN TGE, MAN is extending its product portfolio to include vehicles with a permissible gross weight starting at 3.0 tonnes, making it a full service provider for all transport requirements. MAN’s strong brand presence is rounded off by engines with new power levels, finely tuned transmissions, new interior and exterior design features focussing on the MAN lion trademark, as well as the introduction of the latest member of their coach family, the NEOPLAN Tourliner. At the same time, the traditional Munich-based manufacturer is preparing for the logistics of the future with new digital products and services. A particular highlight of this year's IAA is the world première of MAN's new transporter product range, TGE. This commercial vehicle for distribution transport and the building trade can handle permissible gross weights from 3.0 to 5.5 tonnes, thus making MAN a full service provider. The new MAN TGE will be available in numerous customisable variants, boasting the best Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and an impressive payload of up to 1.5 tonnes. The completely new diesel engine generation installed in the vehicles is characterised by its durability, reliability and economy, promising new peak performances for the new MAN TGE when it comes to efficiency and the environment. At the same time, state-of-the-art assistance systems offer maximum safety and the usual professional MAN service is of course always at hand. More power and a new design In terms of design, MAN will be presenting a wide range of new features at the IAA. With regard to exterior design, greater emphasis will be placed on the MAN lion as an emotional marker. Appearing in a bold new design against a shiny black background, the lion on the chrome clasp above the grille is now even more prominent. The interior also devotes more attention to the lion, while the newly developed bright colours and fabrics for all textile surfaces create a completely new sense of space. The changes to the exterior and interior will be implemented on all new vehicles in the TGL, TGM, TGS and TGX series. With the new PerformanceLine edition of the TGX with an output of up to 640 HP, MAN combines top performance with equally high design standards in their strongest model. The third generation of the tried-and-tested TGX EfficientLine was able to demonstrate even further improvements to its economic fuel savings potential during a 4000 km comparison run across Europe against its predecessor. Also on the trip was TÜV SÜD, which confirmed that the MAN TGX EfficientLine 3 provides additional fuel savings of 6.35% compared to the MAN TGX EfficientLine 2. MAN Truck & Bus will also be presenting a range of measures designed to optimise the D26 and D38 engines at the IAA. The new engines offer more torque and greater performance with lower consumption. The new D26 and D38 engines also feature a new, more reactive catalyst material for the SCR system, which means that combustion and exhaust gas treatment can be optimised so that consumption is reduced even further. The top engine model with 640 HP, which was previously reserved solely for heavy-duty versions, is now available for almost all variants of the MAN TGX D38. All other power levels have been increased by 20 HP respectively, meaning that MAN now offers 540 HP and 580 HP with the new D38. The tried-and-tested D26 engine also benefits from an additional 20 HP and 200 Nm in its new version, reaching a peak performance of 500 HP. In addition to the numerous emission-reducing measures, this engine now features the electronically-regulated engine brake EVBec as standard. The two tried-and-tested MAN engine series D08 and D20 also come with a range of new features, which contribute to further reductions in fuel consumption while helping to maintain the engines' proven reliability. A new member of the family and a wide range of new features The NEOPLAN Tourliner is making its world debut in the bus sector as a new entry model in the field of premium coaches. The flexible usage possibilities, the large number of assistance systems and the excellent efficiency make the new NEOPLAN Tourliner a real all-rounder in its field. All new bus models also benefit from improved engine and transmission functions that offer increased torque and output as part of the optimised drive train, all whilst retaining the same low levels of consumption. With its comprehensive bus portfolio, MAN has the perfect solution for every requirement in the field of intercity buses, city buses and coaches. City buses with a variety of available drive concepts already provide solutions for a modern public transport system, with the MAN Lion’s City CNG, for example, allowing for CO2-free operation thanks to the use of biogas. The MAN Lion’s City Hybrid reduces fuel consumption by recovering the kinetic energy used for braking and coasting. All coach and intercity chassis also feature the latest assistance systems, which contribute to safety, comfort and efficiency. Another innovation in this area that will be presented at the IAA is the latest generation of pre-emptive cruise control systems, MAN EfficientCruise, which now for the first time features the EfficientRoll freewheel function that permits further optimisations to the fuel efficiency of MAN and NEOPLAN coaches. The MAN and NEOPLAN coaches also meet accessibility requirements stipulated for long-distance transport services in each segment. Digital solutions With its new digital products and services, MAN is paving the way for the logistics of the future. At the IAA 2016, MAN is devoting a special platform to RIO – the new brand in the field of digital solutions from Volkswagen Truck & Bus. RIO is an open, cross-manufacturer business and technology platform that provides individual and uniquely intuitive digital services for the entire transportation and logistics ecosystem. Digital recording and processing and wide-reaching, cross-company utilisation of data forms the basis for the intelligent control of logistical processes. The transport chain is made up of both data providers and data users. As the initiator of RIO, MAN is responsible for its development within the Volkswagen Truck & Bus Group. Electric mobility With regard to eMobility, MAN will be introducing a number of innovations at the IAA 2016. As well as presenting the fully electric MAN Lion’s City articulated bus as a concept vehicle and introducing different charging infrastructure concepts, MAN Truck & Bus will also be showcasing a TGS semitrailer tractor with electric drive for use in applications relating to inner-city night-time supply. Optimised for use with a city semitrailer, the concept vehicle offers a high load volume with a low tare weight, and is free from emissions (CO2, NOx, noise). Thanks to its many years of experience with electrified drivetrains and the electrification of further components in the MAN Lion's City Hybrid, MAN Truck & Bus is in an excellent position to provide transport companies with a practical and efficient solution in the electric bus segment. MAN relies on a modular approach, through which charging technology can be selected and combined as needed, with the number of storage modules depending on the required range and transport capacity. In 2018, MAN will be sending a pre-series bus version of a battery electric vehicle (BEV) for field testing as part of its eMobility roadmap. Series production of a 100% electrically-driven city bus will commence before 2020. The technological expertise from the eMobility modular system in the bus sector will in future also be available for electric truck applications. In addition, MAN’s membership in the Volkswagen Group means that it can utilise synergies within the Group and draw value from the dynamics of the passenger car sector. MAN Latin America at the IAA MAN Latin America will also be attending the trade fair, showcasing their truck range with two Constellation type trucks. The first is as a VW Constellation CNG truck with emission levels that meet the Euro 6 standard, the second a VW Constellation anniversary model, which celebrates its 10th anniversary with an improved transmission and high-quality interior details. The focus here is on environmental aspects, with the environmentally-friendly driver's cab partly fitted out with recycled materials. The third trade fair exhibit presented by MAN Latin America at the IAA 2016 is a Volksbus powered by sugar cane diesel. IAA 2016 MAN Trucks Image Bank – http://bildarchiv.man.de/index.php/main?level=0&catId=11805&mainCatId=530&catName=IAA&lang=en .

Iveco Trucks / September 21, 2016 IVECO Z TRUCK: the Zero-impact concept truck that anticipates the shift to green energy and autonomous driving in long-distance haulage Iveco presents its world premiere IVECO Z TRUCK, the long-haul concept truck that breaks away from every constraint to be a zero-impact vehicle for a totally sustainable transport system. IVECO Z TRUCK delivers: Zero CO2 emissions through optimized Liquefied Natural Gas technology and the use of Bio-methane. The concept is based on a heavy truck running on Bio-LNG with conformable tanks, enhanced aerodynamics and a waste heat recovery system, to deliver long-haul transport with autonomy of 2,200 km and virtually zero CO2 emissions. Zero accidents through the advanced use of automated driving technologies. It defines how new technologies and autonomous driving will change the role of the driver, who will become an on-board logistics operator. Zero stress and Zero waste of time with the driver-centred design: the cab is freed from traditional constraints to be reconfigured according to the different uses (driving, automated driving, office work, resting) and the HMI (Human Machine Interface) to adapt the way it provides information as needed – the right information, at the right time, in the right place. IVECO Z TRUCK takes a step into the future anticipating the way alternative energy, new technologies and automated driving will change the driver’s life. Its pioneering approach has resulted this concept being protected by 29 patents. Pierre Lahutte, Iveco Brand President comments: “We are facing a revolution triggered by the concern for the environment, the economy, and safety on and around vehicles. With our focus on our values of sustainability, TCO, technology and business partnership with our customers, at Iveco we have been working to constantly reduce the impact of our vehicles with alternative fuels such as bio-LNG, and putting the driver and the customer at the centre of our technological and design development. With IVECO Z TRUCK and its 29 patents, we are defining where our efforts could lead us in the future: a vehicle with a human dimension, designed to accommodate comfortably and safely the work and leisure activities of the driver, adapting each time to his needs. We are defining a future of long-haul freight transport that is totally sustainable – a vehicle that has zero impact on its environment, with zero emissions and zero accidents.” In 2014, Iveco unveiled at the IAA its Iveco Vision, a Van concept, which conceived the vehicle as a business platform designed to facilitate every aspect of the driver’s workday. Many of the ideas introduced in the Vision concept have since become reality in the New Daily. Today, IVECO Z TRUCK takes the next step into the future and anticipates the way new technologies and automated driving could change the role of the drivers, their activities and their workday in the long distance haulage business. Next generation LNG Truck uses up to 33% less fuel and dramatically cuts CO2 emissions IVECO Z TRUCK features a new generation LNG engine running on Bio-methane, which is derived from refined biogas. This fuel, which plays a key role in CNH Industrial’s quest to develop sustainable transport modes on its path to Zero emissions, ensures low CO2 and ultra low PM emission. This LNG-fuelled engine develops 460 hp and 2,000 Nm torque, and features a 16-gear automated transmission with Powershift in the upper gears. Iveco’s commitment to innovation and constant evolution in the area of the LNG technology is also embraced by PETRONAS Lubricants International, which supported the development of IVECO Z TRUCK. In fact, LNG used in conjunction with PETRONAS Urania low viscosity engine oils, contributes to reaching the Zero emissions target, further improving fuel efficiency. IVECO Z TRUCK features MICHELIN X® LINE™ ENERGY™, the first range to be awarded the AAA grading in rolling resistance, which saves long-haul convoys up to one litre of fuel per 100 km. The tyres feature RFID embedded tags, which can track each tyre throughout its life cycle, providing information such as type, size, model name, wear, performance or temperature. Used with Tyre Pressure Monitoring System sensors on the rims, they can also provide pressure data. IVECO Z TRUCK adopts a new concept tank developed with SAG. It is made of aluminium insulated with a new system called MLI (Multi Layer Insulation), a reflective foil that protects from heat radiation. It features a technology that allows for a squared shape, which makes it possible to optimise the use of space and accommodate two tanks with a single recharge. The two tanks have a total capacity of 1200 litres, resulting in autonomy of 2,200 km – 60% more than the current Stralis NP, and even more than a diesel vehicle. An on-board Rankine Cycle Waste Heat Recovery system exploits exhaust gas as a heat source to recover energy, with the result of a further fuel economy gain while driving. IVECO Z TRUCK’s approach to achieving the Zero accidents goal is based on active and preventive safety systems as the most effective approach for road safety. A full set of sensors around the vehicle enables the evolution towards automated driving, making the technological advance in full safety. From functional enhancement to the creation of a unique design for a living/working space IVECO Z TRUCK, designed by CNH Industrial Design Centre, makes a statement on how the future could be for truck drivers. It is shaped by its enhanced aerodynamics, by the improved safety and by the aim of creating a new living cab space. It imagines how automated driving will change the role of the driver, who will spend less time driving and more time doing office work. The concept enables the driver to reconfigure the cab layout according to the use he/she wishes to make of the truck at the time: driving in an urban context, highway or autonomous driving on motorways, taking care of office work, relaxing or sleeping overnight. When the vehicle is parked, the driver can reconfigure the interior of the cab to fully exploit the living and sharing aspect. The sliding wall at the rear slides back automatically, adding 500 mm interior length and increasing the living space. This makes it possible to use all the features and amenities the driver may need, such as a foldable bed, shower, kitchen, fridge, sink and entertainment wall. The HMI is designed to ensure the driver has full, all-round visibility and to provide adaptive information: this means exactly the right information, in the right place, at the right time. The information on the truck’s functions is projected on the smart windshield as it becomes necessary and changes according to what the driver needs at the time. This includes active connectivity with Michelin’s tyres, which provides real time data on tyre pressure, temperature and usage – information that can significantly improve the driver’s safety. The seat, steering wheel system, pedals and controls console form a self-contained unit that is suspended independently from the cab for the smoothest ride. The air conditioning system provides ideal conditions around the driver’s seat, creating a Climatic Bubble that encloses the driving platform, so that the driver enjoys ideal temperature conditions with no disturbance from air flows. IVECO Z TRUCK breaks away from current constraints with completely new thinking and ideas on energy efficiency and waste heat recovery, on ergonomics, on the way the vehicle and driver interact and communicate – new ideas that are protected by 29 patents. Iveco Press Release - http://www.iveco.com/en-us/press-room/release/Documents/2016/Iveco_IAA_IVECO_Z_Truck_ENG.pdf Iveco Z image bank - http://www.iveco.com/en-us/press-room/photo/pages/press-gallery.aspx?CollectionId=156&Title=IAA 2016 . .

DAF Trucks Press Release / September 21, 2016 DAF Connect is an intelligent fleet management system that constantly provides you with information so that, as a transport operator, you can monitor important matters promptly. .

DAF Trucks Press Release / September 22, 2016 .

Volvo Group Displays Zero-Emission Capable Drayage Truck at 2016 SEJ Conference Volvo Group Press Release / September 22, 2016 Volvo Group North America will display its Integrated Technology Truck – a zero-emission capable Mack Pinnacle model designed for port drayage applications – at the 26th annual Society of Environmental Journalists conference in Sacramento, California Sept. 21-25. Featuring an innovative diesel-electric hybrid system, the truck utilizes geo-fencing technology to switch between diesel and zero-emission operation. The drayage truck, which was first displayed at the Advanced Clean Technology (ACT) Expo 2016, was built as part of a South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD)-sponsored project and is capable of zero-emission operation thanks to the integration of a Mack MP7 [Volvo D11] diesel engine with a parallel hybrid system and lithium-ion battery pack. Other lightweight and aerodynamic-enhancing components were added to maximize the benefits of the hybrid technology and extend the truck’s zero-emission range. “Congestion and the associated pollution at freight-intensive locations is a growing concern,” said Susan Alt, Volvo Group senior vice president of public affairs. “By taking a complete vehicle approach, we were able to design a package of technologies to maximize fuel efficiency and reduce emissions for a drayage application. We’re proud of our collaboration with SCAQMD to design and develop a unique solution to help them achieve their transportation and air quality objectives.” The truck relies on geo-fencing capabilities similar to those enabled by Mack’s “GuardDog” Connect telematics platform to switch between zero-emission and diesel-hybrid operating modes. Geo-fencing establishes a virtual “fence,” or boundary, as determined by GPS coordinates. The onboard hardware can then identify each time the truck passes through the boundary. When inside the zero-emission geo-fence – which includes locations with the heaviest freight traffic, such as a port – the truck operates in a zero-emission, pure electric mode. When outside the zero-emission geo-fence – such as on the way to a rail yard or distribution center – the clean diesel engine is activated, enabling hybrid operation and recharging of the batteries. The Mack drayage truck, with its suite of integrated technologies, is currently participating in a project with a second truck funded by the California Energy Commission to expand the zero emission and geo-fencing capabilities in a drayage fleet at the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles. Volvo Group also announced that it will be part of a SCAQMD-sponsored Zero Emission Drayage Truck Demonstration Project funded by the California Air Resources Board. That project will integrate additional technologies to the trucks, including a cooperative intelligent transportation system to help reduce air pollution at California ports.

Kenworth Truck Company Press Release / September 20, 2016 .

Kenworth Truck Company Press Release / September 20, 2016 .

Kenworth Truck Company Press Release / September 20, 2016 .

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Daimler’s take on urban trucking Fleet Owner / September 20, 2016 Advanced eTruck, van and bus concept vehicles are unveiled at world’s largest commercial vehicle show Advanced truck and bus technology for urban environments have taken center stage for Daimler at IAA 2016, the world’s largest commercial vehicle show. Having introduced its autonomous long-haul truck technology at the last IAA show in 2014, this time Daimler’s truck group rolled out a concept “Urban eTruck” with a 200 km range, while it’s van division showed an always-connected light vehicle meant to integrate last-mile delivery into advanced supply chain distribution systems. Using technology first shown in its Future Truck back in 2014, Daimler’s Mercedes-Benz Bus group this year also premiered the MB Future Bus with autonomous driving capability. The Mercedes-Benz Urban eTruck is a fully electric 6x2 cabover with refrigerated body and 26-ton GVW. Power is delivered by two electric motors mounted at the drive wheel ends. A modular battery package design allows users to specify the proper storage capacity for their individual operations, with the standard three-battery module providing a range of up to 200 km, according to Daimler. A more compact two-battery module offers increased payload for shorter distances, and a four-battery package extends range at the cost of carrying capacity. All three rely on regenerative braking to recharge the batteries during operation. Inside the concept Urban eTruck, twin 12-in. displays provide all control and operating information while automated drive controls adjust vehicle speed and braking based on actual road and traffic conditions. Battery-charge state and use forecasts are also always displayed, allowing drivers to choose from power, normal and “eco” drive modes depending on available battery power and need. Central to the Urban eTruck’s efficiency is full integration with Daimler’s FleetBoard telematics system. It not only allows dispatchers to remotely monitor the truck’s operations, but helps them plan routes and loads to maximize the electric truck’s efficiency. Daimler said standard production of this type of urban truck “would be conceivable from the start of the next decade.” Similar but in a smaller package, the Mercedes Benz Vision Van is a concept vehicle designed to function as an element in an integrated and digitally connected supply chain system. An electrically powered zero-emissions vehicle with a range of up to 270 km, it is intended for last-mile deliveries completed by autonomous drones. It functions as part of a fully automated cargo management system that picks orders, sequences packages, optimizes routes and automates vehicle loading. The van’s interior workspace uses a joy-stick control, eliminating steering wheel, pedals and center console for a large driver work area. Building on the autonomous driving technology introduced in the Mercedes-Benz Future Truck in 2014, the MB Future Bus takes that technology a few steps further for urban applications. Its ‘CityPilot” system can operate fully autonomously for up to 20 km, handling all steering, accelerating and braking by reading road signs and traffic lights, detecting obstacles and pedestrians and operating the bus doors at stops. The concept bus is based on the current MB Citaro bus, but employs an unusual passenger compartment design Daimler says is based on public parks and squares. Passengers can chose between a standing room only “express” area for short trips or a ‘lounge” with asymmetrically placed seating for longer ones. Overhead consoles with 43-in. monitors keep passengers fully informed and entertained. While the concept bus shown at IAA is powered by MB 6-cyl. diesel, the company says it could also be fitted with its M936G natural gas engine or a forthcoming battery-powered electric drive for city buses due in 2018. .

Fleet Owner / September 20, 2016 Kenworth expanded its T880 with a set-forward front axle configuration at the ConcreteWorks show hosted by the National Ready Mix Concrete Association (NRMCA). The new configuration, named the T880S, is designed for fleet and truck operators in ready-mix, dump and mobile crane applications, the company said. “The new T880S advances Kenworth’s heritage of providing fleets and truck operators with industry-leading, rugged and reliable vocational trucks that deliver excellent performance,” said Jason Skoog, Kenworth assistant general manager for sales and marketing. “Available with a 114-inch BBC and best-in-class 28-inch bumper setting, tare weight is minimized, weight distribution is optimized, Federal Bridge Formula can easily be met, and body installations are enhanced.” According to the company, the bumper setting is important in spec’ing Bridge Formula chassis required to stay under the 40-foot length limit. Also offered are 29.5-inch and 31.5-inch bumper settings. Truck operators can specify the mixer tapered (114-inch BBC), dump tapered (115.5-inch BBC) or straight box bumpers (117.5-inch BBC) in a variety of finishes and materials. Removable and cast center-mounted tow hooks are available, depending on bumper selection, Kenworth said. The new T880S is available with a set-forward front axle ranging from 14,600 to 22,800 lbs., the company noted. Single, tandem or tridem drive axles and a wide variety of factory-installed lift axles, are among a range of options. “This T880S has excellent visibility, enhanced by a 3.6-inch lower hood crown than the legacy Kenworth W900S for up to four feet of additional ground visibility,” according to Kenworth. “Utilizing technology from the proven T880 product line, the newly styled, complex reflector halogen headlight provides projector beam lighting performance without the extra cost, along with a thick, polycarbonate lens and UV inhibitor for long life.” The T880 and T880S are standard with the 12.9-liter Paccar MX-13 engine, which provides up to 500-hp and 1,850 lb-ft of torque. Kenworth Press Release - http://www.kenworth.com/news/news-releases/2016/september/t880s/ .

Daimler looks to revolutionize urban deliveries with electric vehicles Truck News / September 22, 2016 With 70% of the world’s population expected to live in cities by 2050, Daimler demonstrated at the IAA Commercial Vehicles Show how it plans to make cities more livable. “We will make distribution in big cities emissions-free very soon,” said Dr. Wolfgang Bernhard, head of Daimler Trucks globally. At the heart of its announcements at the show was a new all-electric and fully connected concept Mercedes-Benz Urban eTruck, which the company says will be able to produce no local emissions or noise. The triple axle concept truck has a gross weight rating of 26 tons and can perform as well as a diesel-powered truck, Daimler said. Bernhard said better batteries that are available for less money will soon make electric urban delivery vehicles viable. “Urban areas will get more complex and our cars and trucks should make life easier,” said chief designer Gorden Wagener. “The Urban eTruck is a prime example that beauty and intelligence can go hand in hand in our commercial vehicles.” Daimler showed the eTruck to a gathering of more than 600 guests from 36 countries on the eve of the IAA Commercial Vehicles Show. The company reduced the weight impairment normally associated with electric vehicles to just 1,700 kgs. The truck is propelled by an electrically powered rear axle, with electric motors adjacent to the wheel hubs. The truck can operate in auto, agile and eco modes, depending on battery power levels and the requirements of the route. The eTruck can travel 200 kms on a single charge and can be recharged in less than two hours, according to Sven Ennerst, head of product engineering and global procurement for Daimler. Drivers can view in real-time the planned and actual range and the truck will switch modes when necessary to conserve power and ensure it reaches its destination. Daimler also announced an all-electric Fuso eCanter medium-duty truck, which will be offered in Europe, Japan and the US in 2018. It has a 100-km range and reduces total cost of operation by 40%, the company announced. Daimler said as much as 80% of urban transport involves routes of no more than 50 kms per day, making the eCanter an ideal vehicle. Only four batteries are needed to power the truck for the day, but for routes that extend to 100 kms or more, a fifth battery is available. Daimler projects the operational savings will provide a payback in less than three years. Daimler also enhanced the safety of its urban delivery trucks with the introduction of Active Brake Assist 4, its first brake assist system with pedestrian detection. Automated alerts and active braking are employed at speeds of up to 50 km/h when a pedestrian is detected. A new Sideguard Assist system uses short-range radar to detect objects – including pedestrians and cyclists – along the right-hand side of the vehicle. Visual and audible alerts are issued so the driver can prevent contact with objects or people along the side of the truck. The new safety systems are being offered on Mercedes-Benz trucks in Europe. Of course, many urban deliveries are completed via van, and Daimler introduced a new Vision Van concept for this purpose. The electrically powered Vision Van comes complete with roof-mounted drones that can fetch a package from the cargo compartment and deliver it to a receiver. The drones have a range of 10 kms and payload capacity of two kilograms. Mercedes will be producing fully electric eDrive vans by 2018, the company announced. Volker Mornhinweg, head of Mercedes-Benz vans, insisted performance won’t be compromised when compared to today’s diesel-fueled vans. The Vision Van features a 75 kW electric drive system that can run up to 270 kms with no local emissions or noise.

New Cascadia will set benchmark for industry, Daimler’s Bernhard says Truck News / September 22, 2016 The North American truck market is down 10% this year, with Daimler predicting total demand for Class 8 trucks will come in at about 145,000 units. Classes 6-8 orders will tally about 221,000 units, down from 245,000 last year, according to Daimler Trucks head Wolfgang Bernhard, who addressed the North American trucking press during a media roundtable at the IAA Commercial Vehicles Show. Challenges for truck manufacturers such as Daimler extend beyond North American boundaries as well. Brazil, for example, is down 32% this year. “In Brazil, an already bad situation got worse,” Bernhard said. “The economy has come to a complete standstill.” Other global markets, however, are proving to be more resilient. Demand in Europe is up 17% this year, Japan is up 2% and India 19%. In North America, Daimler takes some consolation from the fact it has grown its Classes 6-8 market share to a record 41.1% year to date. Globally, Daimler will produce fewer than a half million trucks this year, below last year’s totals and in line with its production from 2012. Bernhard said it’s difficult to pinpoint why the North American market has dropped off so suddenly. “Freight rates are okay, utilization is okay, it’s hard to see what happened,” he said. “Customers are still very much interested. It’s not that we don’t have traffic and customers coming to us. There is just a little hesitation and that could dissolve after the election or when the mood gets more positive.” Meanwhile, Bernhard said Daimler is focusing on three key areas: technological leadership, global market presence and intelligent platforms. The new Cascadia, with an 8% fuel economy improvement over the existing Cascadia, will allow the company to maintain its leadership in North America, Bernhard contended. “The new Cascadia will set a new benchmark in the industry,” he predicted. Bernhard also spoke of the importance of connectivity. “We will be equipping almost 100% of our vehicles with our truck data center,” he said. “It enables us to connect the truck to the Internet and transmit all the data that might be of interest for all interested parties, in real-time. It gives us completely new insights with respect to fuel efficiency on the fleet level but also, all kinds of events that influence fuel efficiency.” Bernhard also mentioned two new safety systems Daimler is introducing in Europe: Active Brake Assist 4 and Sideguard Assist. Both are industry firsts, he noted. Daimler continues to expand the use of shared components across global markets and to advance vertical integration. In North America, 94% of Daimler trucks are powered by its own engines and 65% of new trucks are being spec’d with Daimler’s DT12 automated transmission. Bernhard also showed some renewed enthusiasm for electrification, admitting he previously took a more skeptical view of the technology. “Battery technology has changed more drastically than we ever could have hoped for,” he said. “With changes in batteries and cell technology, there comes a point where suddenly the performance of those cells goes up.” Bernhard said battery performance has improved 2.5-fold while cost has come down by about the same margin. “Now we are meeting a tipping point,” he said, predicting electrically driven vehicles will become viable by the end of this decade for commercial trucks in urban environments. “It is a question of time until most of our city traffic will be electrical,” he said. “It’s coming.”

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DAF Trucks Press Release / September 21, 2016 Product innovations highlighting ‘DAF Transport Efficiency’ ‘DAF Transport Efficiency’ is DAF’s overall theme at IAA 2016 - which is being held in Hanover from 22 till 29 September. DAF Trucks is exhibiting its full, industry-leading product and services range. DAF offers the most efficient total transport solutions with the highest return per kilometer. The new and innovative DAF Connect fleet management system optimizes fleet and driver performance and enhances logistic efficiency. Innovations to the reliable and efficient PACCAR PX-5 and PX-7 engines in the popular LF and CF distribution trucks provide the perfect balance of power, torque and fuel efficiency. DAF Transport Efficiency showcases the company’s heritage in providing lowest operating cost and highest fuel economy. DAF is further demonstrating its commitment to environmental and fuel economy leadership with its Innovation truck. Innovative DAF Connect on-line fleet management system - Connecting truck and home base for 24/ 7 real-time information - Unique open platform - Optimized truck and driver performance - Enhanced logistics efficiency New PACCAR PX-5 and PX-7 engine offerings - More power and torque - Improved fuel efficiency – up to 4% DAF Innovation truck demonstrating advanced technology - Electrification - Hybridization - Aerodynamic optimization DAF continues industry-leading position in fuel efficiency and CO2 emissions The DAF stand will be located in Hall 17 of the exhibition complex. Occupying an area of 2,500 m2, it will showcase the complete product range, setting the standard in quality, low operating cost and vehicle performance. The DAF trucks on display include the LF for distribution transport, the versatile CF for a wide variety of applications and the flagship XF for heavy and long distance transport. To highlight the importance that DAF and its 1,000 sales and service dealers attach to a full range of services to support their class leading products, PACCAR Financial, PacLease, PACCAR Parts, TRP and DAF MultiSupport Repair and Maintenance are presented prominently at the DAF IAA stand. DAF Connect fleet management system At the IAA DAF is launching DAF Connect, an innovative fleet management system, offering the operator real-time information on the performance of his vehicles and drivers. Information on vehicle location, fuel consumption, mileage, fleet utilization and idle time are clearly presented in an on-line dashboard, which can be tailored to customer requirements. The user-friendly dashboard can be configured to provide comprehensive fuel reports with current and historical data that compares the fleet’s vehicles and drivers. The Live Fleet View feature provides all the information needed about the location of the fleet in order to enable optimal planning including distances, routes and driving time for the vehicle and driver. Operators receive self-defined alerts when deviations occur in areas like speed, route, location and fuel consumption so they can immediately improve fleet performance. DAF Connect optimizes vehicle availability, reduces operational cost and enhances logistical efficiency. DAF Connect also allows the transport operator to effectively plan repair & maintenance and take advantage of tailor-made advice by DAF using DAF Connect. “With DAF Connect we are entering a new era of supporting our customers to achieve the highest profitability per kilometer”, commented Richard Zink, DAF Trucks’ Director Marketing & Sales. DAF Connect will be available in the fourth quarter of 2016 and leads the industry in quality, operating speed, user-friendliness and its ability to compare performance of individual vehicles. Richard Zink added, “We are teaming up with leading independent fleet management information suppliers to have an open platform available. This is important for fleets who own DAF and other truck brands, as well as DAF fleets that already invested in fleet management systems.” Optimized PACCAR PX-5 and PX-7 engines for DAF LF and CF As part of the DAF Transport Efficiency philosophy, DAF is introducing innovations to the successful DAF LF and CF distribution trucks with PACCAR PX engines. Higher torque at lower revs contributes to enhanced driver comfort and better fuel efficiency. These engine enhancements in combination with the new, faster drivelines reduce engine revolutions up to 300 rpm at a cruising speed of 85 km/h and provides up to 4% better fuel efficiency. New software and optimized heat and air management for the efficient and reliable 4.5 litre PACCAR PX-5 and 6.7 litre PACCAR PX-7 engines have increased torque by up to 12%. Maximum torque of the 4 cylinder PACCAR PX-5 engine in the DAF LF series now goes up to 850 Nm at 1,200 – 1,500 rpm, and for the PACCAR PX-7 engine in the DAF LF and CF, torque reaches 1,200 Nm at 1,100 – 1,700 rpm. DAF’s continued focus on Transport Efficiency To underline DAF’s aim to further strengthen its industry leading position in fuel efficiency and low CO2 emissions, one of DAF’s Innovation trucks has a prominent position at the DAF IAA stand. “We continue to develop additional fuel savings and CO2 emissions reduction opportunities to maintain our cost advantage and environmental leadership”, says Ron Borsboom, Director Product Development. “The Innovation truck illustrates next generation technologies, such as hybridization and electrification. Additional features under development include waste heat recovery and predictive, connected and collaborative driving which was successfully demonstrated during the European Truck Platooning Challenge earlier this year.” Over the last decade, average fuel consumption and CO2 emissions of a long distance truck have been reduced by 14%, commented Ron Borsboom. “Additional steps will be made, with the new masses and dimensions legislation approved by the European Parliament. Enhanced aerodynamics will result in reduced CO2 emissions. There is also an opportunity to improve the driver’s field of vision. Additional packaging space can be created for future fuel efficiency enhancing technologies as demonstrated in the Innovation truck. Once the legislation is finalised, the industry will have the opportunity to invest in solutions which make further CO2 reductions and enhanced safety possible. We look forward to the final rules.” 20 years a PACCAR Company Twenty years ago, DAF Trucks became part of PACCAR, one of the largest truck manufacturers in the world. A global success story was born. The impressive investments during the last two decades include new trucks and engines and a state-of-the-art engine test center in Eindhoven. These and other investments strengthen DAF’s leading position in the development of clean, reliable and highly efficient vehicles. New PACCAR Distribution Centers in Hungary, The Netherlands and Russia guarantee customers immediate supply for after-market parts. In Westerlo, Belgium, a completely new cab paint shop is being built, which will be the most advanced and environmentally friendly of its kind when opened in 2017. In Europe, DAF is the fastest growing and one of the most successful truck manufacturers. Market share in the heavy segment has been increased from 9% in 1996 to 16% in the first half of this year, with market leadership in the heavy tractor segment. DAF’s success is also expanding outside Europe. In South America, Russia, Africa and Asia, the quality and efficiency of DAF trucks is highly appreciated. DAF is the market leader in Israel and the number 1 European brand in Taiwan. DAF opened sales subsidiaries in Russia and Turkey to grow in those markets. In Brazil a new DAF manufacturing plant was built. “More and more operators recognize the quality, efficiency and durability of DAF trucks”, commented Preston Feight, DAF Trucks president. “In 1996, DAF produced 25,000 trucks, a number that doubled to more than 50,000 last year. With a great range of trucks and services and a dense network of professional, independent dealers, DAF is well positioned to expand its business worldwide.” The following vehicles are on display at the DAF stand in Hall 17 (stand number B20): LF 150 4x2 rigid with Day Cab – Silent version LF 210 4x2 rigid with Day Cab LF 290 4x2 rigid with Extended Cab CF 320 6x2 rigid with Day Cab and VDL hook lift system CF 440 4x2 tractor with Space Cab – Silent version CF 440 6x4 rigid with Day Cab and Meiller tipper body XF 440 4x2 tractor with Space Cab – Silent version XF 440 6x2 rigid with Space Cab and BDF demountable body XF 460 4x2 tractor with Super Space Cab – 91 cm low deck version XF 510 4x2 tractor with Super Space Cab XF 510 4x2 tractor with Super Space Cab – IAA Special Edition XF Innovation truck .