International Truck First OEM to Make Collision Mitigation Standard
International Truck, a unit of Navistar Inc., announced that its new LT Series on-highway Class 8 tractor will come standard with a combination of collision mitigation and full stability technologies, making it the first truck manufacturer to make such features standard.
The LT Series will be launched Sept. 30, the company said, in conjunction with American Trucking Associations’ Management Conference & Exposition in Las Vegas Oct. 1-4.
The technology includes the radar-based Bendix Wingman Advanced system that gives drivers following distance and stationary object alerts and brings together adaptive cruise control with collision mitigation braking technology and the full-stability technology – Bendix ESP, International said.
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The system can help drivers avoid collisions, roll-overs, and loss-of-control situations, the Lisle, Illinois-based company said.
“As part of our DriverFirst philosophy, driver safety is paramount when operating a truck and we're proud to lead the way by integrating a standard solution on the new LT Series, which demonstrates our commitment to drivers, their safety, and their livelihood,” Bill Kozek, president, Trucks and Parts, Navistar, said in a statement.
In addition, the system can provide data, to help keep fleet owners and operators informed about what's happening out on the road, International said.
Elyria, Ohio-based Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems is a member of the Munich-based Knorr-Bremse Group.
