On September 12, 2024, Scania revealed a preview of the innovations it will present at the IAA Transportation event, taking place from September 17 to 22, 2024, in Hannover. The focus remains on reducing the environmental impact of road transport, a goal the Swedish manufacturer aims to achieve through industrial vehicles powered by biodiesel, biogas, and electricity. Among the major announcements is a new electric tractor featuring a 728 kWh battery, which will enable a range of 532 kilometers with a total mass of 40 tons.
Scania continues to embrace a modular approach to electric transport, offering a variety of electric powertrain options. These include nine different power levels and multiple battery configurations, allowing customers to optimize crucial factors such as range and payload, based on their specific needs. One of the models on display will be an electric chassis for swap bodies, available with power outputs of 400 or 450 kW and a range exceeding 500 kilometers, capable of fully recharging in just 85 minutes.
In addition to electric vehicles, Scania will introduce a new biogas-powered vehicle at IAA 2024, capable of running on both compressed and liquefied gas. The chassis features a liquefied natural gas tank on one side and a compressed natural gas tank on the other, providing flexibility for refueling at any gas station offering fuel for industrial vehicles. Customers can choose between the dual-tank configuration or opt for a single-tank version.
Scania will also present digital innovations at the German event. One of these, called ProDriver, is a digital driver assistance service that the company claims can reduce fuel consumption by up to five percent. Accessible via the Scania Driver app and My Scania, the service evaluates driving style and provides text and multimedia resources to help drivers improve. Fleet managers will be able to monitor drivers’ progress and encourage their development. Starting in 2025, all new Scania trucks with combustion engines will be equipped with Scania ProDriver.
