SLIEDRECHT, The Netherlands, August 15, 2024 - Allison Transmission, a leading designer
and manufacturer of conventional, electric hybrid and fully electric vehicle propulsion solutions for
medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles, will showcase its broad product portfolio at IAA
Transportation 2024 (September 17 – 22, Hanover, Germany, Hall 20, Stand D100). Key
highlights will include the new 9-Speed fully automatic transmission and the latest addition to the
Allison eGen Power®
family of fully electric axles, the 85S axle. Allison will also cover its activities
and investments in future technologies and ventures.
Allison’s display will illustrate the company’s strategic focus in two key areas: advanced, fuelagnostic fully automatic transmission solutions and the expansion of its portfolio of fully electric
propulsion systems to support the transition to zero-emission solutions.
Expansion of Allison’s field-proven eGen Power family of fully electric axles
Allison’s eGen Power 85S extends its family of fully electric axles, initially introduced in 2020.
eGen Power axles replace the traditional drivetrain of a vehicle and are compatible with fully
battery electric vehicles, fuel cell electric vehicles and hybrid applications, providing 100% of
motor torque during regenerative braking. These axles provide a drop-in solution that seamlessly
integrates into existing vehicle chassis, offering significant space savings for battery storage. The
eGen Power 85S features a high-speed electric motor and a two-speed gearbox. With a
continuous power output of 225 kilowatts (kW) and a peak power of 325 kW, it delivers high
acceleration and speed without compromising vehicle efficiency and range. By integrating fully
electric motors, a multi-speed gearbox, an oil cooler and a pump, the eGen Power range provides
comprehensive solutions for various commercial vehicle applications. Allison’s eGen Power 85S
has been successfully integrated into Anadolu Isuzu's Novo VOLT fully electric midi bus platform
and will be integrated into their light-duty truck for refuse and distribution. Earlier this year, Allison
also announced that the eGen Power 100S has been successfully integrated into the McNeilus®
Volterra™ ZSL™ electric refuse vehicle, which is specifically designed for the waste management
industry to minimize environmental impact and reduce noise in communities.
Fuel-agnostic solutions
Allison has further optimized its powertrain solutions to meet the emission reduction and energy
efficiency requirements of commercial vehicles. All Allison fully automatic transmissions are
compatible with alternative fuel engines such as compressed natural gas (CNG) and biogas and
are compatible with electric motors and hydrogen technology. This enables fleets to reduce
emissions from their internal combustion engine vehicles. Over the years, Allison fully automatic
transmissions have been equipped in a wide variety of trucks, such as Iveco’s S-Way, Renault’s
D and D-Wide natural gas trucks, Hyliko’s 27t and 44t GVW fuel cell hydrogen powered trucks
and Hyundai Xcient fuel cell trucks.
New 9-Speed fully automatic transmission
The new Allison 9-Speed transmission is engineered to meet the needs of commercial vehicles
that operate in frequent stop-and-go cycles, offering increased uptime, improved fuel economy,
high performance and low maintenance costs. Since entering production in 2023, the Allison 9-
Speed fully automatic transmission has been equipped in Otokar’s Navigo Giga range. The 9-
Speed builds on the proven durability of the Allison 2000 Series™ 6-speed transmission, which
has accumulated more than 100 billion miles globally. It’s designed to utilize the same vehicle
manufacturer interfaces as its 6-speed predecessor, providing ease of integration into vehicles
currently equipped with the Allison 2000 Series.
“The new Allison 9-Speed transmission offers superior performance and engine torque for
applications up to 1,200 newton-meters,” said Trond Johanson, Director European Sales, Allison
Transmission. “With the transition from six gears to nine gears, there is an improvement of over
50% in gear ratio due to a wider gear ratio coverage and smaller gear steps compared to an eightor six-speed transmission, which results in higher performance and lower fuel consumption.”
Allison Ventures and New Technologies
Beyond the Allison 9-Speed transmission and extended electrification portfolio, Allison is also
working on technologies that will shape the future of commercial vehicle mobility and work
solutions. Initial areas of interest include new technologies and business model innovations
related to connectivity, digitalization, automation, sustainability, electrification, manufacturing and
operations. Allison Ventures, the venture capital arm of Allison Transmission, strategically invests
in and partners with start-up and growth-stage companies to foster advancements in commercialduty mobility and operational solutions. An example of these strategic investments is Allison's
involvement with Niron Magnetics, a pioneer in sustainable, rare-earth-free permanent magnets.
This investment marks a significant milestone in advancing clean energy solutions and reducing
dependence on critical materials.
In May, Allison also announced it has committed to a $10 million investment in EnerTech Capital,
a venture capital firm focused on the development of emerging technologies and business models
in the mobility space.
Visit Allison Transmission at IAA 2024, Hanover, Germany, in Hall 20, Stand D100.
Visitors to the Allison booth at IAA 2024 are invited to explore Allison’s eGen Power e-Axles and
fully automatic transmissions through an interactive and augmented reality experience that
provides a 360° view of the external and internal components of each product. Allison’s technical
experts will be on hand to provide detailed information on the company’s full range of products
and technologies, and as well as explain the importance of selecting the right propulsion solution
for every step of the journey to zero emissions.
From Tuesday, September 17 to Thursday, September 19, daily Tech Talks will be held at 11:00
a.m. on “Allison Ventures, Investing in Future Tech” and the eGen Power portfolio featuring the
85S axle. Speakers will include Mike Foster, Chief Technology Officer and Justin LaRocca,
Director of Allison Ventures, among others.
The Allison team invites start-ups and growth-stage companies meeting Allison’s investment
criteria to see the Allison Ventures team at the Allison booth during IAA to discuss their future
technologies. For more information on Allison Ventures, visit allisontransmission.com.