Tag: collision mitigation

Overdrive Extra

A litigious argument for collision mitigation

So goes the frustrated mind: collision-mitigation technology is “determining when I should increase my following distance, when I should change lanes, and when I should apply the brakes – oftentimes doing it for me.” Clifford Petersen has learned to work with his system, though it’s not all roses and can present dangerous situations. He’s hopeful about one aspect of it, though. …

November 27, 2018

Channel 19

Using collision-mitigation systems to a fuel-mileage advantage

It's a win-win situation with often-derided collision-mitigation systems on routes where a significant increase in following distance is possible to achieve.

September 11, 2018

Business

Peterbilt adding Bendix collision mitigation system to medium-duty models

Bendix Wingman Advanced gives drivers alerts to take evasive action and will actively engage braking if the system detects an imminent collision.

November 7, 2016

Channel 19

‘Tired truckers’ back in the headlines — and the limits, benefits of safety technology

Whatever comes of active driver-assist safety technologies in the near future, it will remain an aware driver that is the bedrock of all trucking safety.

May 14, 2015

Business

Bendix stability systems now standard on Peterbilt models

The Bendix Electronic Stability Program full-stability system with automatic traction control is now standard on the majority of Peterbilt’s Class 8 trucks and tractors, including the new 579, Bendix has announced. Bendix Wingman Advanced, a collision mitigation technology is also now available as an option on Models 579, 587, 386, 384, 382, 389, 367 and […]

June 12, 2012