Volvo Trucks is now introducing a new radar system to detect other road users entering the blind spot on both sides of the truck.

Anna Wrige Berling, Traffic & Product Safety Director at Volvo Trucks said, “An accident can happen in a split second. Our extensive accident research is based on decades of studying real-life situations, and this new safety system helps the driver to prevent potential collisions.”

The system, called Side Collision Avoidance Support, informs the driver via a red light on the relevant side mirror when someone is in the blind spot. If the driver indicates a lane change via the turn signal, the red light starts to flash and a warning sound emits from the side of the potential collision. The driver is alerted and can brake the truck, allowing for example, a cyclist to pass.

 Anna continued, “At Volvo Trucks, our long-term vision is zero accidents and safety is at the core of everything we do. This new system is another example of our efforts to accomplish these aims.”

 The new system will be available globally on the Volvo FH, FM and FMX with diesel, gas and electric drivelines, from September this year. The Volvo FL and FE models will get the new safety system in 2023.
 

Photo: The new radar system will help avoid collisions.