Bengalore: ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Limited has secured a significant business nomination from a leading Indian electric commercial vehicle manufacturer to develop and calibrate an Advanced Driver Assistance Systems suite tailored to the country’s upcoming safety regulation, GSR 184e. The win strengthens the company’s position in India’s fast-growing e-mobility sector, where safety and automation technologies are becoming central to fleet operations.
The agreement covers multiple electric vehicle platforms, including 13.5-meter coaches, 55-ton trucks and mid- to large-size buses in the 7-, 9- and 12-meter categories. ZF’s system is built around its OnGuardMAX platform and short-range radar technology and delivers a package of 16 advanced features such as emergency braking, blind spot detection, driver drowsiness alerts, lane departure warnings and moving-off protection for vulnerable road users.
The company said the ADAS suite has already cleared certification by the Automotive Research Association of India for full compliance with the upcoming regulation. Engineers validated the system over more than three lakh kilometers across varied Indian road and traffic conditions, along with an additional sixty-five thousand kilometers in collaboration with OEM partners.
Designed to support Level 2 automation and scale toward higher levels, the solution draws on ZF’s global development capabilities while being adapted to India’s complex operating environment. The latest nomination includes key components and systems for heavy-duty trucks, tractor-trailers and long-distance coaches, reflecting growing industry demand for technology that improves safety, reduces driver fatigue and supports better real-time decision making.
Akash Passey, chairman and non-executive director of ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India, said the deal reflects the group’s long-term focus on safety and sustainability. He noted that the company’s ADAS systems align with India’s regulatory roadmap and have been proven under demanding real-world conditions. As India moves toward greater automation, he said ZF is positioned to deliver technologies that meet the expectations of its OEM partners.
Managing director Paramjit Singh Chadha said the company aims to make advanced safety systems more accessible and intuitive for drivers, helping them operate vehicles with greater confidence and comfort. He added that the new nomination underscores ZF’s commitment to safer roads and inclusive innovation as the country embraces a new era of mobility.
With this project, ZF combines global know-how with extensive local validation to deliver ADAS platforms that meet India’s homologation standards, including AEBS, DDAW, BSIS, MOIS and LDWS. The company says its technology is ready for current requirements and adaptable for future regulatory and automation needs, supporting the evolution toward smarter and more sustainable commercial transportation in India.