FUSO FIRST WITH AEBS ON LIGHT, MEDIUM AND HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS IN AUSTRALIA
Fuso has become the first manufacturer to feature Advanced Emergency Braking System (AEBS) technology across light, medium and heavy-duty truck classes in Australia with the introduction of the Euro 6 Fighter.
Standard Safety Features on Euro 6 Fighter
The Japanese manufacturer has fitted radar-based AEBS, Lane Departure Warning (LDWS) and Electronic Stability Control as standard on all Euro 6 Fighter models, which are now on sale at Fuso dealerships across Australia.
A History of Safety Innovation
Fuso was the first to introduce these safety features as standard in the light-duty truck class with the updated Canter in 2019. It was also the first to introduce them to the light-duty bus segment last year with the new Rosa.
How AEBS Works
The Advanced Emergency Braking System (AEBS) is a sophisticated safety feature designed to help prevent or reduce the severity of collisions. It works by using a forward-facing radar sensor, often supported by a camera, to constantly monitor the road ahead for vehicles or obstacles.
If the system detects that a potential collision is likely and the driver has not taken adequate action, such as braking or steering to avoid the hazard, AEBS will first issue visual and audible warnings to alert the driver. If the driver still does not respond in time, the system will automatically apply the brakes to either avoid the collision altogether or reduce its impact.
This technology is particularly effective in busy urban environments where traffic can stop suddenly, as well as on highways where reaction time is crucial. AEBS operates in a variety of driving and weather conditions and is calibrated to perform reliably whether the truck is lightly loaded or carrying a full payload, ensuring consistent protection at all times.
Continuing the Daimler Safety Legacy
The arrival of AEBS for Fuso’s medium duty Euro 6 Fighter is another chapter in the safety story of Daimler Truck and Bus Australia, which represents Fuso, Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner brands.
Mercedes-Benz first introduced AEBS on the Actros in 2010, while the Freightliner Cascadia was the first conventional truck to feature AEBS and a driver’s airbag from 2019. Fuso introduced AEBS as standard in the heavy-duty Shogun cab-over when it was introduced locally in the same year.
A Commitment to Driver Protection
Fuso Truck and Bus Australia Director, Alex Müller, says the company is excited to have the key safety features across the three major truck segments as more customers focus on protecting their workers behind the wheel.
"Fuso is proud of its role as a safety pioneer and to be the first to bring AEBS technology as well as other critical safety features to all truck classes and the light bus segment," he says.
"We are committed to help protect as many people as possible with this valuable technology, not just our drivers, but passengers, other road users and pedestrians," Mr Müller says.
Industry-Wide Safety Leadership
Daimler Truck and Bus President and CEO, Daniel Whitehead, says his company is proud to lead the industry on safety across its Fuso, Freightliner and Mercedes-Benz brands.
"Even with the latest arrivals in the conventional class, our Cascadia is still the only one with airbag protection, in addition to advanced safety features such as AEBS. Mercedes-Benz continues its safety leadership role and now Fuso is first with AEBS technology across all weight segments," Mr Whitehead says.
"Daimler will continue to take an aggressive position on safety across all of our truck and bus brands, taking advantage of our massive global research and development resources to keep our customers safe," Mr Whitehead says.
S Badge: A Mark of Safety
Fuso trucks and buses that feature these critical safety features will now feature special red S badging.
The Euro 6 Fighter will feature on the Fuso stand at the Brisbane Truck Show to be held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre from May 13 to 16.