IAA Transportation: Valeo presents 48V technology for delivery vans and e-bikes

The focus of the trade fair appearance is also on technologies for battery temperature regulation, air conditioning, and thermal management using heat pumps. Among other things, the French are presenting the FlexHeater, an intelligent heating system for electric commercial vehicles.

Valeo showcases innovations for two- and three-wheelers as well as commercial vehicles in Hanover. (Graphic: Valeo)
Valeo showcases innovations for two- and three-wheelers as well as commercial vehicles in Hanover. (Graphic: Valeo)
Claus Bünnagel

Valeo will showcase a broad range of innovations at IAA Transportation 2024 from September 16 to 22, 2024, in Hannover (Booth D78, Hall 19-20). These include 48V hybrid systems for delivery vans and other compact commercial vehicles, particularly for last-mile delivery. New also is the Cyclee technology for e-bikes with a 48V electric motor, an automatic transmission, and predictive software. This technology is particularly suitable for e-cargo bikes or tricycles.

FlexHeater for electric commercial vehicles

Additionally, Valeo will present its battery thermal management technology, air conditioning, and thermal management via heat pump in Hannover. Among other things, the French supplier will showcase FlexHeater, an intelligent heating system for electric commercial vehicles. It utilizes interior surfaces to provide the driver with an additional level of comfort with minimal energy consumption.

Further Innovations

Valeo is also bringing safety technologies to the IAA Transportation. Aquablade cleans the windshield to ensure constant visibility and shorten the driver's reaction time by 315 milliseconds. The Driver Monitoring System (DMS), which is integrated into the B-pillar of vans, is intended to prevent the driver from falling asleep or becoming distracted.

Scala-3-LiDAR is the world's first mass-produced 3D laser scanner and is already being used in vehicles on the market. It meets SAE Level 3 and thus the stringent requirements of the automotive industry, particularly regarding reliability. Valeo is also developing lighting technologies for trucks to enhance safety with adaptive high beams and HD road projection.

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