The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is studying how advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) can help trucking. This study on ADAS is part of the FMCSA funded TechCelerate Now program. Its goal is to help trucking companies use safety technology more easily.
What is TechCelerate Now?
TechCelerate Now is a group effort. It includes ATRI, the American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC), and the OOIDA. The program looks at Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in trucking. These systems aim to prevent crashes and keep drivers safe.
Some examples of ADAS include:
- Automatic emergency braking (AEB)
- Lane departure warning systems (LDWS)
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Adaptive cruise control
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
The program studies how well these systems work. It looks at how they affect safety, drivers, and maintenance costs.
ADAS Survey for Trucking Companies
ATRI wants to hear from motor carriers about safety technology. The team created a survey to ask about:
- What safety technology fleets are using
- How drivers feel about these systems
- Any repair and maintenance issues
- Safety improvements since using ADAS
The survey takes 10 to 15 minutes to finish. ATRI encourages all trucking companies to take part. Their answers will help solve problems and improve safety.
New Website and Cost-Saving Tool
ATRI launched a TechCelerate Now website. This website has more information on the program. Soon, it will have a Return on Investment (ROI) calculator.
This tool will show the costs and benefits of driver assistance technology. Trucking companies can use it to estimate savings on crashes, fuel, and repairs. It will help fleets decide if safety technology is worth the investment.
ATRI’s Mission in Trucking Research
ATRI is a non-profit research group that studies trucking issues. Its work helps drivers, fleets, and policymakers. The group provides research to with hopes to help trucking companies make smart business choices.
How to Take the Survey
Motor carriers can help improve safety by taking ATRI’s survey. Their feedback will shape the future of ADAS in trucking. The survey is available on the TechCelerate Now website.
This research could help trucking companies, drivers, and the industry as a whole to become safer and more efficient.
Vincent ShakirJanuary 29, 20252 Mins read1.2k
