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IAA Transportation exhibition in Hannover
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The IAA Transportation trade fair in Hannover, Germany, serves as a platform for various automotive companies to present commercial vehicle innovations and digital solutions. Mercedes-Benz Vans announced its participation in the 2026 exhibition to coincide with its 130th anniversary. The company intends anniversary, intending to showcase a mix of conventional and electric propulsion solutions aimed at supporting commercial operations. This follows a 2025 performance where the company reported a 46% increase in electric van sales. solutions. Other technology providers are also preparing for the event. specific technical displays. Driventic plans to present electric propulsion systems, such as the VEDS 2.2, 2.2 electric propulsion system, which is designed to be more compact and lightweight at 275 kg, alongside the ELECTRAAX lightweight electric drive axle. Additionally, axle developed with Hendrickson. MEILLER will utilize a 715 m² space to display vehicle solutions for light transport, construction, and waste management, including a new body solution designed for demanding logistics applications. logistics. The 2026 event will feature a record 84 vehicle test drives from 17 exhibitors, representing a 40% increase compared to 2024. The test fleet includes a majority of fully electric vehicles, as well as hydrogen-powered and low-emission diesel models, with high demand expected for automated and autonomous driving units. Jürgen Mindel, Director General of VDA, noted that while manufacturers are implementing technologies for digital and climate-neutral mobility, policymakers must establish necessary infrastructure, such as high-capacity electrical grids and hydrogen supply networks, to support these vehicles.
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