New Technology Makes Safety Part of Pickup Truck Buying Decisions - ForConstructionPros.com
Collision Warning: Using radar to detect moving vehicles ahead, the system warns the driver of a collision risk with an alarm and warning light. Brake Support: If the risk of a collision increases despite the warning, brake support is activated. Active park assist uses two ultrasonic sensors and electric power-assisted steering to help drivers parallel park. After confirming the pickup can fit, the truck automatically steers into the space, while the driver operates the accelerator and brake pedals. Today’s pickups offer a mind-numbing array of safety features that can prove beneficial to your drivers and crew members. Be sure you understand what features are available on the pickups you plan to purchase and how the available technology can impact safety. Unlike previous generations where safety features often lagged behind their automotive counterparts, today’s pickups feature leading edge safety features that didn’t even exist a few years ago. We have progressed from simple seatbelts and driver’s side airbags to computers that constantly monitor objects around the pickup and constantly work to keep the vehicle under control by regulating engine power and braking. Source: www.forconstructionpros.com
