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2 | A for Antos, Actros
Predictive Powertrain Control (PPC) — fuel-saving cruise control that “sees ahead.”
Steep hill
Like any good driver, PPC
decides if it makes sense to
downshift before the incline.
Downhill roll
Why hit the gas when you
can coast? PPC continually
monitors the vehicle’s kinetic
energy.
Bottom
PPC is able to exploit the
truck’s momentum for a
short period of time.
Thanks to its Actros and Antos truck models, Mercedes-Benz is
well prepared for the future. True to the brand motto of “Trucks
you can trust,” both vehicles are equipped with innovative and
reliable technology. In typical brand fashion, the Antos features
all the safety and assistance systems customers are familiar
with from the Actros, including Lane Keeping Assist and the
latest generation of Active Brake Assist 3.
Sophisticated comfort features such as an automated trans-
mission, easy-to-operate instruments and a premium dash-
board make life easier for Actros and Antos drivers.
In tune with the times: The vehicles built by Daimler Trucks
meet the highest market demands and are now defining the
future of road freight transport. As a capital investment, the
new trucks fulfill the most stringent demands for economical
operation and environmental protection.
Thanks to their clean Euro VI-compliant BlueTec engines, the
Actros and the Antos are eligible for reduced road tolls and
for operation in low-emission zones. Besides featuring low
emissions, the trucks boast great fuel efficiency. Outstanding
aerodynamics lead to additional fuel savings, as does the
optional Predictive Powertrain Control (PPC) system.
The Mercedes-Benz heavy-duty truck family will welcome a
new member in 2013 with the launch of the Mercedes-Benz
Arocs construction truck.
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Exemplary truck technologies that are ready for everyday use.
Across the board, the Actros and the Antos are leading the way
in terms of economy, safety and comfort.
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The innovative Predictive Powertrain Control (stan-
dard in the new Mercedes-Benz Actros and optional
in the Antos) reduces fuel consumption by a further
three percent.
The satellite-assisted system monitors the vehicle
and the road ahead, including all uphill and downhill
grades. The intelligent cruise control can therefore
adjust speed and gear-shifting times in advance.
In other words, it exploits the fuel-saving potential
of the new Actros down to the last drop.