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JOST World is presenting a selection of electrification, axle and steering technologies at Elmia Lastbil 2026 in Jönköping, Sweden, with a focus on improving vehicle efficiency, maneuverability and system integration.
The portfolio brings together technologies from JOST, Hyva and TRIDEC, including electric power take off systems, lightweight axle solutions and electronically controlled steering systems.
Hyva is presenting its ePowerBox range, developed for electric commercial vehicles equipped with hydraulic work systems.
The system converts electrical energy into hydraulic power for applications that would traditionally rely on a mechanical power take off.
For electric vehicle platforms, this type of architecture can support hydraulic functions while reducing reliance on the traction powertrain and allowing auxiliary systems to operate independently.
Hyva is also presenting the technology as part of a complete ePTO Wet Kit Frame, combining the electric power take off with the hydraulic system in an integrated configuration intended to simplify vehicle installation.
For commercial vehicle manufacturers, integrating auxiliary power systems into electric platforms is becoming increasingly important as electrification expands beyond propulsion into additional vehicle functions.
JOST is also presenting the DCA AIRMASTER axle, which integrates a compressed air reservoir into the axle beam.
The reservoir provides approximately 40 litres of compressed air capacity per axle and can replace separate air tanks normally used for braking and air suspension systems.
According to JOST, this configuration can reduce vehicle weight by up to 50 kg while freeing installation space beneath the vehicle.
Reducing the number of separate components can provide additional packaging flexibility, particularly in vehicles where batteries, air systems and other chassis components compete for limited installation space.
The DCA AIRMASTER is also available with a brake pad wear indicator.
JOST and TRIDEC are also showcasing steering technologies designed for applications where vehicle length and limited maneuvering space create additional chassis requirements.
The JOST Command Steer Axle can operate with mechanical, hydraulic or electronic steering systems.
According to JOST, the axle uses a low steering roll radius that can reduce actuation force by up to 70 percent compared with comparable axle systems.
Lower steering force can reduce the energy required by the steering system and provide additional flexibility when designing electrically or electronically controlled steering architectures.
The system is designed for applications where limited installation space and demanding maneuverability requirements influence axle and chassis design.
TRIDEC's EF S electronic steering system complements the axle by providing electronically controlled steering for multi axle commercial vehicle applications.
As commercial vehicles become increasingly electrified, component integration is becoming an important part of vehicle architecture.
Electric auxiliary power systems, integrated axle functions and electronically controlled steering can reduce packaging requirements and provide greater flexibility when designing new vehicle platforms.
For manufacturers, these technologies illustrate how electrification is extending beyond the main drivetrain and influencing hydraulic systems, chassis packaging and steering architecture.
JOST World is presenting these technologies at Elmia Lastbil 2026 from August 19 to 22 in Jönköping, Sweden.
