Peterbilt 579 available with latest Bendix Fusion ADAS

The latest generation of the Bendix Fusion advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) from Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC (Bendix) is available on Peterbilt Model 579 vehicles.

Peterbilt Model 579 vehicles are now available with the Bendix Fusion ADAS. (Photo: Bendix)

According to Bendix, the newly released system seamlessly integrates with Paccar MX-11 and MX-13 engines paired with the TX-12 transmission or Cummins X15 engine paired with the Eaton Endurant 12-speed transmission.

A new forward-facing camera and upgraded software deliver Pedestrian Autonomous Emergency Braking (PAEB) and High Beam Assist features. PAEB can potentially provide audible and visual alerts and braking in response to a detected forward pedestrian in the vehicle’s path. The High Beam Assist option, when enabled, may automatically deactivate the high beam headlights under certain conditions.

In addition to these enhancements, the next-gen Bendix Fusion ADAS on the Peterbilt Model 579 includes a full suite of existing Fusion features, including automatic emergency braking (AEB), active cruise with braking (ACB) and lane departure warning (LDW). The system prioritizes alerts to help reduce driver distraction, as well.

Because it is built on the foundation of the company’s ESP Electronic Stability Program full-stability system, Bendix said Fusion helps drivers potentially mitigate additional crash situations, as well, including rollovers and loss-of-control incidents.