Allison Transmission (a leader in powertrain solutions for conventional, hybrid electric and all-electric vehicles) has been selected by Oshkosh Corporation as the axle supplier for North America’s first fully integrated, zero-emission electric waste collection vehicle.
The Allison eGen Power® 100S has been successfully integrated into the McNeilus® Volterra™ ZSL™ electric waste collection vehicle, designed specifically for the urban hygiene sector to minimize environmental impact and reduce noise in cities around the world. world.
“Following an extensive competitive and technical evaluation process, Oshkosh selected the Allison eGen Power®100S for its excellent performance, compact architecture efficiency, and Allison’s reputation for reliability and durability , as well as the well-established customer support network that Allison provides,” said Michael Moore, vice president of corporate engineering at Oshkosh. “This collaboration continues to build on the long history of partnership and innovation we have with Allison.”
Oshkosh recognized that the efficiency of the eGen Power 100S architecture in heavy-duty applications such as garbage collection (with frequent stopping and starting) would extend the range of electric vehicles. Each vehicle will be built using two eGen Power®100S electric axles in a tandem configuration, ensuring cleaner air and quieter operation in the cities where it is deployed. To optimize traction a differential lock will be used.