IAA Commercial Vehicles and Accessories Exhibition, Hanover, GermanyIAA Transportation

The IAA Commercial Vehicles show in Hanover, Germany, has been held since 1897 and is one of the world’s oldest specialized trade fairs. The IAA has become the most successful commercial vehicle exhibition globally, with its clear leadership positioning it among the most influential industry events worldwide. It brings together the global automotive sector, with the supplier ecosystem at its core, showcasing products and technologies across all segments.

At the IAA Commercial Vehicles show in Hanover, Germany, more than 460 exhibitors from China presented a wide array of new‑energy commercial vehicles and related technologies, making them the largest international contingent at this year’s event and drawing significant attention.

This edition of the fair focused on themes such as intelligence and environmental sustainability, with particular emphasis on climate‑friendly freight‑transport solutions. Electric and hydrogen‑powered technologies were key topics throughout the exhibition. Established global brands—including Daimler, MAN, Scania, and Volvo—were all represented, while numerous Chinese manufacturers also showcased a diverse range of their latest offerings.

China’s Shaanxi Automobile Group has already secured a top‑two market share for hydrogen‑fuel‑cell heavy‑duty trucks in China. According to Wang Zhao, Deputy General Manager of Shaanxi Automobile Holding, China currently enjoys a cost advantage in hydrogen fuel‑cell technology, and there are promising prospects for future cooperation between China and Europe in the hydrogen‑powered vehicle sector, offering substantial opportunities.

The successful staging of the IAA Commercial Vehicles show in Hanover, Germany, underscores that the transportation industry is ready to transition toward climate‑friendly solutions. “The necessary technologies and solutions are already in place; now we must pave the way for their widespread adoption.” Against this backdrop, Chinese companies, through proactive strategic planning, technological innovation, and targeted focus on niche markets, are well positioned to help Chinese commercial‑vehicle brands achieve further breakthroughs on the international stage.