

| Operating profile | Description of the operating profile | Possible applications/ industries | Possible solutions for tomorrow: drive systems | Possible solutions for tomorrow: BlueEFFICIENCY packages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town | -Transport operations in inner-city areas with short distances and frequent stops (e.g. pedestrian precincts) -Annual mileage <20 000 km -Greatly affected by access restrictions | -Retail business -Taxi, shuttle, bus -Parcel delivery -Construction, trades -Catering | -Innovative diesel engines -Natural gas drive [1] -Hybrid drive | -Alternator management -ECO start/stop function [1] -Shift point display -New manual van transmission for diesel engines |
| Mid-range | -Inter-urban operations and suburbs -Average speeds -Mostly daily tours with return to starting point -Annual mileage >20 000 km -Less affected by access restrictions | -Wholesale -Refrigerated/frozen foods -Customer service | -Innovative diesel engines -Natural gas drive [1] | -Electric power steering pump (powerpack) -In-engine measures -New manual van transmission for diesel engines |
| Long-range | -Transport assignments on motorways and highways -Higher speeds -Long distances, few stops -Annual mileage >80 000 km -Not affected by access restrictions | -Courier service -Overnight express service -Freight forwarding | -Innovative diesel engines | -Low rolling-resistance tyres -Streamlining package -New manual van transmission for diesel engines |
[1] Already available now for the Sprinter.