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NEW ACTROS STAR OF THE SHOW AT MERCEDES BENZ TRUCK & VAN NI The new Mercedes Benz Actros 5 was the star attraction at the recent summer BBQ at Mercedes-Benz Truck &Van NI at Mallusk where those in attendance were able to get up close and personal to what has been described as ‘a truck ahead of its time.’ Much interest was shown in the truck’s innovative, aerodynamically designed MirrorCam which replaces conventional mirrors.
developed interface between driver and vehicle, each with a diagonal screen size of 10 inches, as part of the new Actros models’ standard equipment.
Besides cutting fuel consumption by up to 1.3%, it provides an ideal view rearward and around the area of the A pillar. In addition, the MirrorCam improves safety, for example by automatically panning the camera image when manoeuvring, turning corners or changing lanes.
In place of the conventional instrument cluster with its speedometer, rev counter and fuel gauge, the Multimedia Cockpit has a primary, colour display installed behind the steering wheel featuring high-resolution, flat-screen technology.
Guests were also impressed by the new Actros cab which features the new Multimedia Cockpit. Two colour displays are at the heart of this completely newly
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This screen provides the driver with all basic information relevant to driving and much more, such as Active Drive Assist displays. The central area of the display can be configured to suit individual requirements.
