The global zero-carbon transformation of commercial vehicles continues to accelerate. A simple advantage in complete vehicles is no longer sufficient to meet the diversified, highly reliable, and full-scenario operational demands of the global market. Mastering self-developed core three-electric technologies, specialized new energy axles, scenario-based vehicle R&D, and complete new energy solutions has become the core barrier for leading companies competing in the international market.

　　From September 14 to 20, 2026, the IAA Transportation in Hanover will grandly open, providing an international stage to test the technological strength of Chinese commercial vehicles. Shandong Heavy Industry will present a joint exhibition with SINOTRUK, WEICHAI Power, and HanDe Axle, showcasing a complete new energy self-developed technology system to the global market.

Self-Developed Core Components: Building the Fundamental Foundation of New Energy Electrification

　　Core competition in the new energy sector is rooted in the independent R&D and iterative upgrading of fundamental core components. WEICHAI has been deeply involved in the new energy field for many years and has achieved full-stack self-development of the heavy-duty truck three-electric system. Leveraging blade battery technology and stacking processes, and in collaboration with vehicle manufacturers, WEICHAI has custom-developed a full series of under-slung CTB (Cell-to-Body) batteries. With capacities ranging from 300 kWh to 800 kWh, these batteries offer six key advantages: high safety, high rate capability, long life, high reliability, low electrical loss, and low weight. Paired with a range of electric drive products, they can meet the power demands of diverse operational scenarios, including long-haul line-haul and resource transport.

　　HanDe Axle, relying on independent control of key components and flexible intelligent manufacturing, has completed iterations of e-axles compatible with pure electric, hybrid, and hydrogen powertrains, covering all vehicle types and scenarios. Its motor controllers achieve a peak efficiency of 98%, combining excellent energy consumption, strong power, and high reliability. With a global vision and technological innovation, HanDe Axle is helping to advance the commercial vehicle industry towards higher levels of new energy adoption.

Vehicle Technology Implementation: Translating R&D Strength into Operational Transport Capacity

　　Building on the foundation of self-developed components, SINOTRUK's new-generation SITRAK pure electric tractor, equipped with ultra-fast charging, precisely addresses core pain points in line-haul logistics, such as insufficient range, inefficient recharging, and limited transport capacity. At the same time, the vehicle benefits from extreme lightweight design, a globalized intelligent cockpit, and L2-level intelligent driving assistance. It is fully adapted to the regulations and standards of multiple countries and high-intensity long-haul operational scenarios, effectively transforming cutting-edge laboratory technologies into mature, mass-deployable, and operational vehicle equipment. This provides a highly reliable and efficient new transport option for global zero-carbon line-haul logistics.

　　Conclusion:

　　The Hanover exhibition serves as a concentrated global review of Shandong Heavy Industry's self-developed technologies. The group is no longer limited to product exports but, grounded in its fundamental technological capabilities, is providing Chinese technological pathways for the global green logistics and zero-carbon transformation.