DAF HYBRID
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DAF's LF Hybrid, originally presented as a 7.5-tonne prototype, has now developed into a production-ready 12-tonner. The EEV-certifled 4.5-litre Paccar FR diesel drives through an Eaton Autoshift sixspeed automatic transmission, which incorporates a combined electric motor/generator. This charges the lithium-ion batteries during braking and drives through the gearbox under acceleration. Orders are now being taken for delivery early in 2011, supplied only on a leased basis No exact pricing details were available, but DAF's UK head of marketing confirmed it would cost in the region of double that ot a comparable diesel. Displayed discreetly away tram the main Iveco stand, the Leoncino, named after an historic OM model, is produced at the Chinese joint-venture company Naveeo. Aimed initially at high-growth BFilC markets, the Leoncino is available with GVVVs from 3,500kg to 7,000kg. Al-Ko, best known for its lightweight van chassis conversions and trailer chassis, has developed an off-the-shelf electric hybrid conversion.
It is available for the M-B Sprinter, VW Transporter, Renault MasterNauxhall Movano and the PSA/Fiat Sevel range. All of its electrical and traction components fit neatly between the chassis rails.