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IAA 2014 - Innovations And Tech Highlights

Dec 08, 2014 Serco, trucks, Trucking


Servo has released it's follow up on the recently held IAA show. The company's technical team were among an estimated 250 000 people who attended the 65th IAA Commercial Vehicles Show in Hannover, Germany, the focus of which was themed: “Driving the Future”. The event's core focus was on connectivity (through automation), efficiency and flexibility. 
 
Clinton Holcroft of Serco commented: "This year’s show emphasised the need to pursue innovation in the commercial vehicle industry by preparing for the future. Also, that a well-trained and efficient logistics industry is necessary for growth, prosperity and employment in the global economy.”
 
“The continued drive and advances being made to reduce CO2 through technical innovation was  evident, with aerodynamic fittings for trailers prominent. Local legislators would do well to consider how to accommodate these rear fairings for trailers which are proving very effective.”  
 
One of the highlights of 2014's event was the unveiling of the world’s first fully automated truck that can drive safely on Germany’s autobahns without the driver having to intervene. The Serco team noticed a high importance placed on load securing to improve vehicle safety and reduce damage to cargo - an area that SA operators have yet to master.
 
Furthermore the use of cameras to assist drivers during docking and reversing to reduce damage and improve safety was also evident, as were innovative solutions available for the growing home delivery market, where lightweight multi temp vehicles were on display. In addition, the show proved that there is an ever increasing reliance on Telematics to reduce risks and improve the management of vehicles. Telematics systems are also being used for monitoring temperature, service intervals and load security.
  
We look forward to hearing back from attendees of the next IAA!

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