ZF Unveils SCALAR Fleet Platform in India

ZF launched the SCALAR fleet management platform at Bharat Mobility Expo 2025, designed to enhance commercial fleets.

New Delhi - ZF Friedrichshafen AG., a mobility systems company, unveiled next-gen digital fleet management platform, SCALAR, at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025. Tailored to meet diverse customer needs, SCALAR delivers advanced features to optimize commercial fleet operations, improving efficiency, safety, and sustainability for both passenger and cargo transport.

Mr. P Kaniappan, MD of ZF Commercial Vehicles, said, “At ZF, we are committed to pioneering digital solutions that drive the future of mobility. By introducing SCALAR in India, we are delivering the industry’s first comprehensive fleet orchestration solution tailored to the unique and diverse requirements of the Indian market.”

Mr. Shanmugasundaram Natarajan, Head of Digital Solutions, CVCS India, said, “The platform provides advanced capabilities that enhance fleet productivity while reducing operational costs, whether it’s for cargo or passenger applications. With its state-of-the-art features that will evolve with emerging trends, SCALAR will help make transportation in India smarter, safer and more sustainable for all.”

A major advantage of SCALAR is its use of AI and self-learning algorithms to analyze historical data, optimizing fleet planning, routing, and dispatching. The platform provides real-time data and predictive analytics, enabling fleet managers to direct vehicles efficiently and at the right time. It helps in selecting the most fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly routes, supporting fleet sustainability while also reducing the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). This ensures that commercial fleets operate more effectively, cutting down on fuel consumption and minimizing their environmental impact.

SCALAR also boosts reliability by offering actionable insights into vehicle performance, predictive maintenance, and driver behavior. This helps increase productivity, reduce unplanned downtime, and improve overall fleet management. The platform supports fleets with both combustion engine and electric vehicles, or a combination of both, for transporting people or goods.