Global Commercial Vehicle Industry Weekly Report

Global Commercial Vehicle Industry Weekly Report: Electrification Breakthroughs and Limited Edition Models Make their debut simultaneously.

Since June, the heat wave of summer in the Northern Hemisphere has gradually emerged. Although the global commercial vehicle sector has not yet shown a bustling scene, there have been frequent highlights in the development of new models and the signing of important orders. This week, the industry witnessed breakthroughs made by established automakers in the field of electrification, as well as significant signings of special vehicle orders and the stunning debut of limited edition models. Below, we will sort out for you the three key events in the global commercial vehicle industry this week.

1. Man Commercial Vehicles has released its first pure electric long-distance bus, ushering in a new era of zero-carbon long-distance passenger transport

Man Commercial Vehicles has made another breakthrough in the field of electrification,Officially launched its first pure electric long-distance bus, Lion's Coach E,As an extension product of the Lion's City E series of urban and intercity electric buses (which has achieved sales of more than 2,500 units since 2019), this model marks an important layout for MAN to expand its electrification strategy to the long-distance passenger transport scenario.

Core technologies and performance highlights:

Power system: Equipped with pure electric drive technology that has been verified through mass production, it is fitted with an innovative NMC battery pack produced by the Nuremberg factory, with a battery capacity range of 356-534 KWH. When fully charged, the range can reach up to 650 kilometers, meeting the range requirements for medium and long-distance passenger transport.

Aerodynamic design: Through intelligent structural optimization, the drag coefficient has been reduced to 0.31, a figure comparable to the aerodynamic performance of compact SUVs, effectively reducing energy consumption and enhancing the driving range.

Barbaros Oktay, the head of Man Truck and Bus business, said: "The launch of Lion's Coach E marks the beginning of an era of zero-emission and low-noise long-distance travel." This is not only a positive response to market demands, but also an important milestone for MAN in leading the transformation of sustainable transportation.

Mass production planning and market layout:

The new car is scheduled to make its global debut at the Busworld exhibition in Brussels in October 2025 and start mass production at the Ankara factory in Turkey in 2026.It is worth noting that the factory has recently completed its transformation and upgrading towards the electric mobility sector and has become an important production base for MAN's sustainable transportation strategy.Before the official mass production, MAN will deliver a "pioneer fleet" to the leading customers in the core European markets in 2025 to collect actual operational data and optimize product performance.

2. Lannutti Group has placed an order for 400 special trailers. The "glass aircraft carrier" contributes to the professionalization of logistics

Following the purchase of 1,500 Volvo FH Aero tractors, Lannutti Transportation Group has made another move, placing a purchase order for 400 FloatMAX semi-trailers with the Belgian trailer manufacturer Faymonville. This model is mainly used in glass transportation scenarios.

Technological innovation of special trailers:

As a star product of Faymonville, loatMAX adopts a three-axle fully independent suspension design, eliminating the traditional axle structure and freeing up valuable vertical space for loading large pieces of glass.This design concept is similar to that of similar domestic models known as "glass aircraft carriers", both aiming to enhance the transportation efficiency and safety of special goods through structural innovation.

The industry significance behind the order

Since 1993, Lannutti Group has established a long-term cooperative relationship with Faymonville. The signing of this 400-unit order is not only a powerful testament to the solid cooperation between the two sides over the past three decades, but also one of the largest orders in the European special trailer market in recent times.Given the high manufacturing costs of full-load-bearing bodies and fully independent suspensions, this order also highlights the strong demand of logistics enterprises for high-end special equipment.

3. Scania 560 S Polish Edition Limited Edition truck, 30th Anniversary customization showcases brand warmth

To celebrate its 30th anniversary in the Polish market, Scania Poland has launched the 560 S Polish Edition limited edition truck. This model with distinct regional cultural characteristics, with a scarce supply of up to two units per quarter, demonstrates Scania's profound strength in the field of personalized vehicle customization.

Exclusive configurations for limited edition models:

Basic configuration: Based on the Scania 560S Highline model, it comes standard with practical configurations such as full airbag suspension, microwave oven, coffee machine, and advanced multimedia system. It is also equipped with steering wheel airbags and side air curtains to enhance passive safety performance.

Exterior design:

The body of the vehicle is mainly in dark grey, complemented by detailed components such as the black front grille, rearview mirrors, and door handles. The side of the vehicle is decorated with anniversary commemorative decals in the style of the Polish flag, supplemented by polished Alcoa Dura Bright aluminum alloy wheels. The overall style is solemn yet dynamic. The B-pillar of each vehicle's door is marked with a unique number and brand logo to enhance its exclusive attributes.

Interior highlights:

It features honeycomb-shaped leather seats similar to those in sports cars, equipped with three dedicated pillows, and the cab bed can be converted into sofa mode. The combination of red stitching and white elements in the interior ingeniously echoes the colors of the Polish flag, and the details fully demonstrate the design ingenuity.

The first batch of limited edition trucks is expected to make their official debut in Poland at the end of June. It is reported that some customers have already reserved their purchase qualifications in advance, which shows the high expectations of the market for this model.