How ZF is driving the future of electric, connected and safer mobility — VIDEO INTERVIEW with Frank Burkhart, Vice President Key Account Executive Sales Bus

At Busworld Türkiye, we met with Frank Burkhart, Vice President Key Account Executive Sales Bus at ZF Group, who shared how the Friedrichshafen-based company is driving the future of electric, connected and safer mobility. From the AxTrax 2 LF to digital and telematic solutions and also ADAS technologies, the goal is clear: to support OEMs […]

7 July 2026 By Editorial staff

At Busworld Türkiye, we met with Frank Burkhart, Vice President Key Account Executive Sales Bus at ZF Group, who shared how the Friedrichshafen-based company is driving the future of electric, connected and safer mobility.

From the AxTrax 2 LF to digital and telematic solutions and also ADAS technologies, the goal is clear: to support OEMs and operators worldwide in delivering more efficient and sustainable public transport.

The video-interview

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