Paccar announced its new factory-integrated telematics and connected solutions platform, Paccar Connect, on Monday. It will be available for Kenworth and Peterbilt Class 8 trucks next year.
"Paccar Connect advance our connected vehicle strategy,"
Paccar Connect will operate through a new touchscreen display. It pairs essential vehicle functions with a suite of apps and tools for what Paccar says is a seamless digital experiences for both drivers and fleets. It's covered under factory warranty, the company says and can eliminate the need for multiple aftermarket devices.
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For fleet managers, the Paccar Connect portal provides back-office tools for fleet management, including monitoring vehicle health, remote diagnostics, mileage, location, warranty status, idle time and more.
Some features of Paccar Connect include:
- A high-definition touch screen display.
- A voice-controlled assistant to access select truck functions and information.
- Camera integration with up to eight camera inputs with the ability to automatically trigger views based on vehicle functions such as reversing and turn signals.
- Bluetooth connectivity that supports pairing two phones simultaneously with Apple CarPlay.
- Access to Paccar apps, such as a digital operator's manual, driver tutorials, vehicle health information and a dealer locator.
