# ZF agribusiness and automotive technology in Brazil

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/zf-agribusiness-and-automotive-technology-in-brazil
> Updated: 2026-10-29T19:25:35.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

ZF has demonstrated its focus on the Brazilian agribusiness and automotive sectors through technological showcases and significant infrastructure investments.

At the SAE BRASIL 2026 congress, the company presented mobility solutions designed for the agricultural supply chain, including technologies for field machinery and commercial vehicle logistics. Following this, ZF announced a R$ 1 billion investment plan for South America over the next five years. A central part of this plan involves localizing the production of TraXon 2 automated transmissions for heavy-duty trucks in Sorocaba, São Paulo, with supply expected to begin in 2027. The investment also includes expanding component remanufacturing in Araraquara and advancing local engineering capabilities.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-29: ZF to produce TraXon 2 automated transmissions in Brazil

ZF is investing R$ 1 billion in South America, including the local production of TraXon 2 heavy-duty truck transmissions in Sorocaba, Brazil, starting in 2027.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zf-to-produce-traxon-2-automated-transmissions-in-brazil

### 2026-10-06: ZF showcases agribusiness mobility technologies at SAE BRASIL 2026

ZF is showcasing integrated mobility technologies for agribusiness, including agricultural machinery and commercial vehicle solutions, at the 33rd SAE BRASIL Congress in São Paulo.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/zf-showcases-agribusiness-mobility-technologies-at-sae-brasil-2026

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