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Peterbilt to make collision mitigation standard on Model 579

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Decision comes after five years of “positive feedback” from Peterbilt customers regarding the Bendix Wingman Advanced system.

Peterbilt Motor Co. plans to make the Bendix Wingman Advanced collision mitigation safety system a standard feature on its Model 579 highway tractor starting July 1.

A radar-based collision mitigation system aimed specifically at reducing rear-end collisions, Wingman Advanced also offers adaptive cruise control with braking as well as autonomous emergency braking (AEB), Bendix noted.

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SAF-Holland unveils new slider system for fifth wheels

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The company says it’s aimed at heavy-haul and severe-duty applications.

SAF-Holland unveiled a new severe-duty slider system for fifth wheels being spec’d for heavy- and severe-duty hauling operations.

The company said the system has 80,000-lb. vertical load and 200,000-lb. drawbar pull capacity.

SAF noted that the slider’s modular allows fifth wheel heights to be easily changed to meet almost any configuration. It can also accommodate a range of weight distribution and clearance needs.

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SAF-Holland unveils new slider system for fifth wheels

Posted by Fleet Owner In Equipment, News 0 comment

The company says it’s aimed at heavy-haul and severe-duty applications.

SAF-Holland unveiled a new severe-duty slider system for fifth wheels being spec’d for heavy- and severe-duty hauling operations.

The company said the system has 80,000-lb. vertical load and 200,000-lb. drawbar pull capacity.

SAF noted that the slider’s modular allows fifth wheel heights to be easily changed to meet almost any configuration. It can also accommodate a range of weight distribution and clearance needs.

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