On the 10th of March 2022, Scania unveiled sustainable partnerships with operators of the first New Truck Generation (NTG) equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) which have been one of the first Euro V trucks sold in Malaysia together with other sustainable transport solutions. This happened at the (currently) ongoing Malaysia Commercial Vehicle Expo (MCVE) 2022 at MINES, in Sri Kembangan. Scania also showcased more sustainable partners who are joining the journey to achieve Scania’s Science-Based Target of being a sustainable transport provider. The list goes on with B100 FAME-prepared buses/coaches; and the test & drive competition called ‘A Good Driver’ MCVE Edition that is open to the public. MCVE’s Guest-of-honour Yang Berhormat Dato’ Henry Sum Agong, Deputy Minister of Transport witnessed these proceedings.
First of the official handovers held at the opening of MCVE was Chemtrax Sdn Bhd’s P410A6x2NA is the first ADR Specification NTG customer that subscribed to the ADAS – the two of many safe and smart transport technologies are the Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) and also comes with the award-winning rollover side curtain airbags. These option packages were for the latest 10 units delivered to Chemtrax.
Making an appearance in trucks here in Malaysia is the LDW system. LDW is a practical aid that warns the driver if the vehicle is about to cross the lane markers, without activating the indicators. The system automatically detects the lane markers and advises the driver when the vehicle combination is too close to the oncoming lane or verge/ditch markings. AEB is a system that uses camera and radar to register what is happening in front of the vehicle. The purpose of the system is, as far as possible, to prevent a collision with the vehicle in front through automatic braking.
As for ADAS, something which many familiar with well specced passenger cars these days, the implementation of ADAS in heavy commercial vehicles together with proper and authorised maintenance reduces traffic accidents and casualties, reduces repair of road infrastructure caused by accidents and reduces traffic congestion as a result of accidents. Other features of the New Truck Generation include new chassis design, extended storage options, and enhanced safety features such as the rollover side curtain airbags, which is a first in Malaysia. Of course, with more awareness of the benefits of these options especially for the safety of their divers as well as other road users, more Scania customers are adopting them.
Second on the list, was Xin Hwa Holdings Berhad. They are officially the first Scania customer here to receive Scania NTGs with Euro V engines. Showcased here, a key feature amongst many Scania engine technologies in the Scania NTG Euro V R620A6x4NZ is the Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) system that reduces local emissions that contribute to smog and haze. In accordance with the EU emission standard, local emissions are measured in Nitrogen Oxides (NOx), a toxic gas, and particulate matter (PM). Extra High-Pressure Injection (XPI) enhances performance and fuel economy.
AsIde from the trucks, Scania also showcased Billion Stars Express Sdn Bhd’s FAME-prepared coaches K360IB4x2 that can run on B20 to B100 biodiesel fuels. It is environmentally-friendly and should help lowering global emissions by reducing CO2 to limit the effects of climate change. FAME is the abbreviation for Fatty Acid Methyl Esters which is the technical term for the biodiesel that is produced in Malaysia. These Scania coaches come with safety technology, great comfort and reliability that every passenger talks about.
Of Course, you also get the see SHL Coach coachbuilders work by viewing the completed bus at the expo.
Other regular features by Scania at the MCVE is The ‘A Good Driver’ Competition MCVE edition. This, like every edition of MCVE was also the highlight at this year’s expo. It was an opportunity for the public to experience driving a Scania truck or bus and win some prizes. Winners were awarded prizes every two hours daily (up to four times) with the prize-giving ceremony held at the main Scania exhibition area. You actually get a chance to drive a bus or truck here and actually feel how it is even if you are not an actual operator of one. Those that are drivers of these vehicles actually get a chance to win something too.
As the first major manufacturer of heavy commercial vehicles, Scania’s far-reaching climate targets have officially been approved by the Science Based Target initiative (SBTi). Scania is committed to achieving the set goals of limiting global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. Scania will cut CO2 emissions from its own operations by 50 percent by 2025 and reduce emissions from its products by 20 percent during the same period. All the Scania Total Solution offerings play their part in collectively achieving the SBTi target.
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our customers in our sustainable partnerships, especially the ones who are here today, together with Scania in showing that profitability and sustainability can go hand in hand. That is why Scania continues to be a leader in driving the shift towards a sustainable transport system together with our partners. We hope more will join us on this journey towards reaching our SBTi targets,” said Heba El Tarifi, Managing Director, Scania Southeast Asia.
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