ZF PowerLine 8-Speed Automatic Transmission Launches on Freightliner M2 106 Plus
ZF Group has launched its PowerLine 8-speed automatic transmission on the Freightliner M2 106 Plus with the Cummins B6.7 Octane engine, showcasing at Work Truck Week 2026.
- up to 10%
- $200 million
- 200,000
What Happened
ZF Group today announced the launch of its advanced PowerLine 8-speed automatic transmission on the Freightliner M2 106 Plus with the all-new Cummins B6.7 Octane engine from Daimler Truck North America. The vehicle will be on display at Work Truck Week 2026 in Indianapolis from March 10-13.
up to 10%
in select applications compared to similar transmissions
“Introducing the PowerLine brand to this market marks an important milestone for ZF, building on our decades of leadership and innovation in transmission technology.”
- Electronic shifter mirrors modern passenger car operation
- Halt mode reduces driver fatigue in stop-and-go traffic
- Live engine-driven PTO for maximum vocational flexibility
Why this matters
The transmission promises up to 10% fuel savings and better acceleration for medium-duty trucks, expanding ZF's footprint in North America.
Terms in This Story
- Automatic transmission
- A type of transmission that automatically changes gear ratios without driver input.
- PTO (Power Take-Off)
- A device that transfers engine power to auxiliary equipment, such as a hydraulic pump.
- Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
- A financial estimate of all direct and indirect costs of owning a vehicle over its lifetime.
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