American truck manufacturer International Truck says it’s blazing a trail in terms of safety with its soon-to-be-released prime mover, the LT Series.
Due to arrive in the US market in coming months, the model comes fitted with the Bendix Wingman Advanced driver safety system that combines stability control and collision mitigation technologies direct from the factory.
The Bendix system, which is related to the Bendix Wingman Fusion system soon to be offered on various Mack Trucks models here in Australia, helps drivers to avoid collisions, rollovers, and ultimately any loss of control.
Click here to read more about the Bendix Wingman Fusion system to be offered on Mack Trucks here in Australia.
According to Bill Kozek, President, Trucks and Parts, Navistar, said the addition of the Bendix system represents a major step for truck manufacturers.
"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."
"We continue to integrate industry-leading safety technologies on our vehicles and we're pleased to be the first OEM to make this level of driver assistance system standard on our newest on-highway tractor."