WABCO Introduces OptiDrive, a Breakthrough Transmission Automation System; New Modular Concept Benefits Vehicle and Transmission Makers
Posted on: Wednesday, 1 April 2009, 06:00 CDT
As previously disclosed, this new system's high degree of modularity significantly reduces the development time required for application to transmission and vehicle platforms, enabling faster time to market for manufacturers of trucks, buses and transmissions. WABCO's new OptiDrive system can also be easily adapted to an existing manual transmission without changing it, further accelerating market introduction.
Depending on the driver's preference, WABCO's new OptiDrive system can change gears in full automatic mode or as initiated by the driver. By optimizing the gear shifting process, this new system improves vehicle control and enhances comfort. It also significantly contributes to lower average fuel consumption by shifting at the most effective speed, a major cost saving over the vehicle's lifetime.
As previously reported, China National Heavy Truck Corporation (CNHTC)
began equipping their new flagship truck series with WABCO's OptiDrive system
in
"WABCO's new OptiDrive system is one of the most creatively engineered
products in our global portfolio, providing more efficient vehicle
performance, further vehicle safety and increased driver comfort," said
In 1986, WABCO introduced the first electronic transmission automation system for commercial vehicles, an industry breakthrough, and today the company is a leader in transmission automation technology based on more than 20 years of continuous innovation in driveline controls.
About WABCO
WABCO Vehicle Control Systems (NYSE: WBC) is a leading supplier of safety
and control systems for commercial vehicles. For over 140 years, WABCO has
pioneered breakthrough electronic, mechanical and mechatronic technologies
for braking, stability, and transmission automation systems supplied to the
world's leading commercial truck, trailer, and bus manufacturers. With sales
of
SOURCE WABCO Holdings Inc.
Source: PR Newswire
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