Kenworth Predictive Cruise Control is now in production for new Kenworth T680s and T880s specified with the PACCAR MX-13 engine. Available as a factory-installed option, the new Kenworth system combines cruise control with GPS.
Kenworth Predictive Cruise Control is available with Eaton UltraShift and Eaton Fuller Advantage automated and manual transmissions.
“By anticipating the terrain ahead, Kenworth Predictive Cruise Control ensures that the PACCAR MX-13 engine and the transmission are in the most efficient operating mode to increase fuel economy,” said Kevin Baney, Kenworth’s chief engineer.
“Kenworth actively develops technologies that will help customers achieve high fuel economy,” Baney said. “In addition to Predictive Cruise Control, we offer the Kenworth Driver Performance Assistant, Kenworth Driver Shift Aid, and Kenworth Driver Reward systems. All these technology advancements are important in delivering best in class fuel economy.”
Here is what the Predictive Cruise Control will look like:
The Kenworth Driver Performance Assistant is a built-in virtual driver’s coach and a tool to improve driver performance for fleets and owner operators. the Kenworth Driver Shift Aid provides a visual cue – “shift now” light – for when to shift. With engine peak torques at lower RPMs, the system is an excellent tool to help drivers hit the sweet spot in shifting. Driver Reward is used by fleets to reward good driving performance with speed adjustments. When a fleet sees positive fuel economy results from a driver, the vehicle’s cruise speed can be increased. Together with the new Predictive Cruise Control, these make up Kenworth’s latest fuel economy-focused technologies.
