Mahle GmbH's Sustainable Transportation Strategy at IAA Transportation Exhibition
Key Ideas
  • Mahle GmbH's strategy at IAA Transportation focuses on electrification, thermal management, and components for efficient and clean internal combustion engines, with a key emphasis on the decarbonisation of the commercial vehicle sector.
  • The company showcased innovations for hydrogen integration in commercial vehicles, including systems for both fuel cell and battery-electric vehicles, making internal combustion engines compatible with hydrogen and renewable fuels.
  • Mahle's product offerings at the exhibition included a complete system for a fuel cell truck, high-performance evaporative cooling system, and a 'bionic fan' for electric trucks, indicating a strong commitment to sustainable transportation solutions.
  • Having involvement in major fuel cell and hydrogen engine projects, Mahle collaborates with over 120 international commercial vehicle brands, with the commercial vehicle sector representing a significant share of its OEM business.
At the IAA Transportation exhibition, Mahle GmbH outlined its strategy focusing on electrification, thermal management, and components for internal combustion engines, alongside innovations for decarbonizing commercial vehicles. Arnd Franz, Mahle's CEO, emphasized the vital role of the transportation sector in achieving climate protection, especially with the expected 40% growth in road transport volumes by 2030. Mahle showcased a range of developments, including systems for battery-electric and fuel cell vehicles, making internal combustion engines compatible with hydrogen and renewable fuels. Noteworthy exhibits included a fuel cell truck system, evaporative cooling technology, and a 'bionic fan' for electric trucks to reduce noise during charging. With a significant presence in electrified trucks and collaborations with global commercial vehicle brands, Mahle is actively contributing to sustainable transportation solutions and the transition towards carbon-neutral mobility.
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