CALB Debuts “Zhiyuan” Commercial Series Products at IAA TRANSPORTATION 2024

On September 17, 2024, the International Motor Show and Smart Mobility Exhibition (IAA TRANSPORTATION 2024) officially opened in Hanover, Germany. CALB showcased its commercial products and applications, debuting the “Zhiyuan” series in Europe for the first time.

Currently, the European commercial vehicle market shows a pressing demand for high-capacity, long-range battery systems, particularly in logistics and public transport, where vehicle performance and reliability are critical.

The “Zhiyuan” light truck series features a large-capacity battery system that supports 180 kWh with a range of 600 kilometers. Utilizing CIR3.0 platform technology, it reduces components by 10%, improves space utilization by 5%, and achieves an energy density of 165 Wh/kg for lithium iron phosphate and 210 Wh/kg for ternary systems, with a lifespan of up to 10 years. Notably, it is the only system in the industry where a single battery pack can cover from 100 kWh to 180 kWh.

For the heavy truck market, CALB introduced the “Zhiyuan” heavy truck battery system, supporting 800 kWh and delivering a full-load range of 530 kilometers, boasting the industry’s highest energy density of 167 Wh/kg. The entire system is 300 kg lighter, made with aerospace-grade aluminum housing that withstands 189 hours of vibration, ensuring reliability in harsh outdoor conditions. Moreover, with a full lifecycle dynamic strategy, it offers no degradation over 100,000 kilometers and a lifespan of one million kilometers.

As a battery expert, CALB has a robust technical foundation and numerous market applications in the commercial vehicle sector, with electric buses, heavy trucks, and light logistics vehicles operating stably in over 100 cities worldwide. It is the sole supplier for the UK's "Boris Bus" project, leading the UK electric bus market share in 2023.

CALB is collaborating with global partners to create mutual benefits and contribute significantly to the low-carbon energy transition!