ZF will showcase the CeTrax 2 (and more) at UITP Summit in Hamburg

ZF is set to present its latest advancements at the UITP Summit Hamburg 2025 (June 15-18, 2025) showing some if its bus technologies including the next-generation family of electric central and axle drives, the just-announced new air compressor e-comp Scroll, intelligent ADAS safety solutions as well as technical advancements in the field of automated driving.

ZF CeTrax and AxTrax 2 at UITP Summit 2025 in Hamburg

More into details, at UITP 2025, ZF’s electric central drive CeTrax 2 will make its premiere in front of a global audience. With a continuous output of 210 kW and 8,720 Nm of peak output torque, the CeTrax 2 is particularly suited for buses up to 19 tons.

The AxTrax 2 LF low-floor e-axle, like the CeTrax 2, incorporates the innovative modular electric drive kit and replaces the AxTrax AVE model. It delivers approximately 20% lower energy consumption compared to its predecessor.

Also ZF’s electric air compressor, e-comp Scroll, will its premiere within a global event. It works according to the principle of spiral compressors with low noise and vibration, which is a great advantage for electric commercial vehicles. In addition, it does not require any oil, therefore significantly reducing the need for maintenance.

ZF Citybus CMS: the brake assistant for city buses

The ZF Citybus CMS will be demonstrated in Hamburg: it’s an innovative brake assistance system for city buses and is based on the in-house ADAS system OnGuardMAX. It actively warns and brakes to mitigate the consequences of a possible collision, helping to exceed existing safety standards. “A special brake cascade helps to provide the best possible protection for stationary and unsecured passengers during a braking manoeuvre. “Several manufacturers are already using the system in their vehicles”, ZF states. Also the digital fleet solution ZF Bus Connect will be exhibited.

“At the UITP Summit 2025, we are demonstrating our wide technology portfolio to support the transformation of public transportation through our competence in driveline, brake and ADAS, air management and digital solutions,” said Daniel Majewski, Head of the product segment “Bus Solutions” for ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions division. “With the broadest range of innovative products and solutions in the industry, we are a strong partner in supporting cities, fleets and manufacturers across the globe in their ambitions to deliver safer, smarter, more comfortable and sustainable mobility services.”