Gandhinagar: Prawaas 5.0 is witnessing the showcase of next-generation commercial vehicle technologies as ZF Group presents its latest Original Equipment (OE) and Aftermarket solutions designed to support safer, smarter and more sustainable public transport.
The company is participating in Prawaas 5.0, India’s flagship multimodal transport exhibition, being held from July 9-11, 2026, at the Helipad Exhibition Centre in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
Organized by the Bus and Car Operators Confederation of India (BOCI), Prawaas 5.0 is themed ‘Towards Safe, Smart & Sustainable Public Transport’ and brings together stakeholders from buses, metro, taxis, last-mile mobility, technology, finance, government and civil society to drive the future of India’s mobility ecosystem.
At Prawaas 5.0, ZF Group is showcasing a comprehensive portfolio of Original Equipment (OE) and Aftermarket technologies aimed at supporting India’s transition towards safer roads, cleaner mobility and more efficient commercial vehicle operations.
The display features solutions across electrification, braking, chassis systems, advanced safety, connectivity and aftermarket reliability, reinforcing the company’s commitment to enabling the future of public transport through innovative technologies.
Akash Passey, President, ZF Group India, said: “India’s public transport ecosystem is undergoing a fundamental transformation, driven by rapid urbanisation, sustainability goals and an increasing focus on road safety and operational efficiency.
At ZF, we are enabling this transition by bringing together globally proven technologies and local engineering expertise to support our customers across every stage of their mobility journey.
Our participation at Prawaas 5.0 reflects our commitment to delivering integrated solutions that not only address today’s transportation challenges but also lay the foundation for a connected, electrified and software-driven future for commercial vehicles in India.”
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One of the major highlights at Prawaas 5.0 is AxTrax 2, ZF’s integrated and modular electric axle developed for light- and medium-duty bus applications.
The solution replaces the engine, transmission and conventional axle by integrating the e-motor, inverter, ECU, e-actuator and transmission into a compact axle-based system.
It is designed to deliver high power and efficiency while supporting local zero-emission mobility for battery-electric, fuel-cell and trolley buses.
ZF is also exhibiting the RL82A front axle system, engineered for city buses with a low-floor design, wide centre aisle and precise steering kinematics.
Featuring steering angles of up to 55 degrees, low-maintenance construction and internally ventilated disc brake technology, the RL82A is designed to improve passenger comfort, manoeuvrability and safety in urban transport operations.
Another key attraction at Prawaas 5.0 is ZF’s Door Control Solutions for buses.
Developed for both pneumatic and electric door applications, the modular electronic systems enhance driver and passenger safety through features including clamping protection, emergency door opening, CAN-bus connectivity and flexible adaptation for different bus configurations.
ZF’s Original Equipment portfolio on display also includes Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) for buses, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Braking System (EBS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Electronic Controlled Air Suspension (ECAS) Kit, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), eComp Lite, Bus Connect, Bus Dampers and V Rod.
Together, these technologies highlight ZF’s expertise in helping commercial vehicles become safer, cleaner, more connected and more efficient while supporting the industry’s transition towards next-generation mobility.
Speaking on the company’s technology focus for the bus industry during Prawaas 5.0, Paramjit Singh Chadha, Senior Vice President, ZF CVS India, said: “The future of bus mobility will be defined by intelligent systems that seamlessly integrate safety, electrification, connectivity and vehicle control.
At ZF, we are developing scalable technologies that help OEMs and fleet operators improve vehicle performance, passenger safety, operational uptime and total cost of ownership while preparing for the next generation of commercial vehicles.
Through our comprehensive portfolio showcased at Prawaas 5.0, we continue to support India’s transition towards smarter and more sustainable public transportation.”
ZF Aftermarket is also presenting a portfolio tailored for fleet operators, including 360-degree camera systems, brake rotors, brake pads, brake linings, Golden Cartridges, coolant, power steering pumps and grease.
These offerings are intended to support commercial vehicle uptime, safety and lifecycle performance through OE-quality aftermarket solutions.
Through its participation at Prawaas 5.0, ZF Group said it is reaffirming its commitment to India’s evolving public transport ecosystem by bringing together technologies that support electrification, active safety, passenger protection, connectivity, operational efficiency and sustainable commercial vehicle mobility.
