Nidec Showcases Next-Gen Water Pumps and Steer-by-Wire Tech for Commercial Vehicles

By Abhilash. U & T. Murrali The Fluid Systems and Thermal Management division of the Japanese major Nidec showcased a range of innovative pump solutions for commercial vehicles, alongside new chassis, comfort, and drivetrain technologies including a steer-by-wire hand wheel actuator, one of its newest innovations on display. Besides its established water and oil pumps, […]

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Microchip Launches 65V Energy-Aware Power Monitors for 48V Systems

As automotive, AI/data center, networking, and industrial systems move toward 48V power architectures for greater efficiency and higher power demands, designers need more than a snapshot of voltage and current. They need systems that understand energy use over time and respond intelligently to changing power conditions. Microchip Technology today announced the PAC1761 and PAC1861 families […]

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SEG Automotive Starts Remanufacturing Tesla Drive Units for the Aftermarket

SEG Automotive has begun remanufacturing EV drive units, starting with the Tesla Model S. The company sees electric vehicles arriving in the independent aftermarket and wants to be ready. At the recently concluded Automechanika Frankfurt, Ms. Verena Eder, Head of Global Business Strategy Aftermarket, SEG Automotive, told this publication that the combustion engine will hold […]

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Dana Sets Sights on Becoming the World’s Best Drivetrain Supplier

As electrification, new energy vehicles, and rising sustainability and emissions demands reshape the automotive industry, Dana Inc is investing aggressively in research, training, and regional agility to stay ahead, with a clear long-term goal of becoming the best drivetrain supplier in the world. Speaking to this publication on the pace of change sweeping the industry, […]

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Garrett Unveils New Turbocharger Range and E-Powertrain Technologies  

Garrett Motion showcased a wide range of new products at IAA Transportation 2026, from next-generation turbochargers for commercial vehicles to zero-emission technologies. This includes compact 2-in-1 electric powertrain, which is set to enter production next year through a partnership with Chinese axle manufacturer Hande Axle. Among the highlights was Garrett’s newest generation of turbochargers. Speaking […]

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ZF Aftermarket Bets on Connected Ecosystem as EVs, Software, and AI Reshape the Industry

The automotive aftermarket’s much-discussed transformation is no longer a future promise, it’s happening now, Mr. Philippe Colpron, Global Head AM ZF Group, has said. Addressing a media briefing at the recently concluded Automechanika Frankfurt, he pointed out to over 58 million electrified vehicles already on the road worldwide and a fundamental shift in how software […]

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Vector Launches vSECC.InPlug for Bus and Truck Depots

Vector is introducing vSECC.InPlug, a new communication controller board for DC charging infrastructures. By relocating charging communication directly into the DC charging connector, the solution enables cable runs of up to 100 meters between vehicle and charging station. This gives bus and truck depot operators greater flexibility when planning and building their charging infrastructure. Moreover, […]

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Driventic presents new electric air compressor solution for electrified commercial vehicles

At the 2026 round of the IAA Transportation fair in Hanover, Driventic will launch yet another trailblazing system solution for electric trucks and buses: the new Electric Air Compressor (EAC). Developed for worldwide use, the EAC combines maximum energy efficiency and durability with a low noise level – setting new standards for compressed air management […]

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SANY electric chassis gives bodybuilders flexible platform for European applications

 Available from Q1 2027 the e345/e360 is now introduced to the public at IAA Transportation 2026 as a 6×2 battery-electric chassis family designed for European body applications including garbage collection, material-handling and construction applications. The platform combines a 28-tonne technical GVW, three wheelbase configurations, 450 and 600 kilowatt-hour battery capacity and PTO interfaces engineered for […]

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MB Group: Driving Smarter Pneumatic Solutions

As India’s commercial vehicle industry accelerates towards 2030, evolving technologies, electrification and localisation are redefining the expectations from every vehicle component. For MB Group, these trends present an opportunity to develop lighter, smarter and more reliable pneumatic solutions while strengthening its manufacturing and engineering presence in India. “Every part of the vehicle must do more […]

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