International Truck Offers Collision Mitigation Option on ProStar
International Truck, a division of Navistar International Corp., said it now offers IMMI’s RollTek seat as an option on its ProStar Class 8 on-highway models to enhance collision mitigation.
The RollTek safety system combines advanced seat belt technology and side air-bag protection to reduce significantly the potential for death or serious injury in a rollover, International said.
“Incorporating the advanced RollTek protection system into our heavy truck portfolio is a reflection of our listening to our customers and providing them with an option when a collision is unavoidable,” Bill Kozek, president of truck and parts at International, said in a statement.
The seat has a sensor that constantly monitors the angular position of the vehicle and activates when it detects an imminent rollover. When activated, RollTek deploys side-roll air bags, tightens the safety belt and lowers the seat to help reduce injury risk and maximize safety for operators, International said.
