UD Trucks kicks off global launch of new Euro 5 truck range

SINGAPORE
– Media OutReach -
30 September 2021 – UD Trucks today unveiled a new Euro 5 range for the
well-established Quester (heavy-duty) and Croner (medium-duty) trucks. The
upgrade also boasts enhanced features that will improve uptime, enhance efficiency,
and optimize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), all while lowering the vehicle’s environmental
impact and retaining benefits from previous models.

The
new Euro 5 range will be introduced in fast-growing and emerging regions around
the world that are moving to adopt more stringent international emission
standards in a bid to cut pollution and improve air quality. In most markets,
UD Trucks’ new Euro 5 range will be introduced ahead of these regulations to
better prepare businesses for the switch to a cleaner fleet.

This
latest launch bolsters UD Trucks’ Better Life purpose – to be better for logistics,
the planet, people, and business. Better Life drives the integration of
sustainability across all of the company’s operations and processes to realize lower
environmental impact, higher customer satisfaction, higher profitability, and a
better place for people to work and live.

Jacques
Michel, UD Trucks International Sales, Senior Vice President, said “In today’s
world, sustainability is more important than ever. COVID-19 is also placing
more emphasis on a more sustainable approach to driving a post-pandemic
recovery. Modern and efficient logistics is vital to keep the world moving in
these fast-evolving times, and our latest launch will ensure greater resilience
for businesses while ensuring environmental impacts are minimized.”

Ensuring businesses stay competitive in a rapidly changing world
with Euro 5

Air pollution
is one of the largest health threats facing the world today[1]. According to the
International Energy Agency (IEA) global energy review 2021[2], global energy carbon
emissions are projected to rebound in the post-COVID era to grow by 4.8%. This
would represent the largest single increase in over a decade. Emissions from
transportation alone are at risk of increasing global emission levels by over
1.5%.

Moving
towards cleaner fleets is imperative. Euro 5 reduces NOx emissions by about 43%
compared to Euro 4 and significantly reduces the carbon footprint of the
vehicle through cleaner emissions.

As
the first truck manufacturer to introduce Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)
technology in 2004, UD Trucks’ new Euro 5 range features SCR technology to significantly
boost environmental protection and fuel economy. With these benefits, SCR technology
is proven to be more reliable when compared to other emission control
technologies for reducing NOx emissions.

Aside
from featuring a Euro 5 system with SCR technology, the new range of Quester
and Croner also features a new instrument cluster with real-time fuel coaching.
This enhancement provides drivers with immediate and specific feedback on driving
techniques that are more fuel efficient.

New instrument cluster with real-time fuel coaching

Quester has evolved with the times

Quester,
a heavy-duty truck that combines excellent fuel efficiency with durability, has
evolved further to meet today’s transport and environmental challenges. The
latest Euro 5 upgrade and new instrument cluster add to Quester’s other standout
features:

• Smart: Connected and business-ready
  with innovative UD Telematics – a high-tech wireless communications system – allows
  transportation companies to maximize efficiency with real-time vehicle tracking
  and geofencing.
• Sustainable: Increased
  fuel efficiency with numerous features including ESCOT automated manual
  transmission. Combined with lighter tare weight and optimized
  driveline, fuel economy can improve by up to 10% compared to the previous
  Quester model.
• Safe: Quester
  with ESCOT takes away the drivers’ need to shift an average of 1,000-1,500
  times a day by automatically selecting the right gear at any given time. This
  leads to less stress and improves safety by allowing the driver to focus more
  on the road.

Croner, ahead of its time

A
reliable and versatile medium-duty truck, Croner has been designed to make
every moment count. The latest Euro 5 upgrade and new instrument cluster add to
Croner’s other tried-and-tested features:

• Wide and customizable model offering – Croner can be configured
  to suit specific applications and optimized for better productivity.
• Fuel efficiency – Aerodynamic cab design reduces the drag coefficient by 5%
  compared to previous models.
• Drivability – Allison automatic transmission and superior ergonomics provide
  more comfort for the driver, resulting in less fatigue and higher productivity.
• More space, comfort, convenience – Croner’s cabin has been
  designed to put driver comfort first. It also comes with numerous active and
  passive safety features to protect the driver, cargo, and surrounding traffic.

Michel
concludes, “For 86 years, we have grown UD Trucks to be a truck brand of choice
for our customers. We are committed to continuing our endless pursuit of
bettering lives in the spirit of our ‘Gemba’ philosophy, leveraging smart and
sustainable logistics solutions to provide ultimate dependability for our
customers, business partners, colleagues and society at large.”

The
new Euro 5 range of heavy-duty Quester and medium-duty Croner will be rolled out
in key growth markets – across Southeast
Asia, Middle East, Africa, and Latin America – from October 2021 onwards.

For more information on the new Euro 5 range, visit https://www.udtrucks.com and watch the digital reveal film at https://www.udtrucksdriveforbetter.com.

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