Mercedes-Benz Actros, Axor and Atego Get Accessorized

Developing attractive accessories can be a difficult mission for most carmakers, not to mention for truck manufacturers. Mostly when it comes to portable navigation devices, as not all of them are suitable for trucks. and not all help truck drivers not to get stuck under a bridge or driving down a street that is too narrow.

Daimler therefore partnered with Harman Becker to launch the portable navigation device for trucks, designed to select the optimum route by taking into consideration truck dimensions, trailer data, weight and hazardous goods categories.

These functions are supplemented by a tailback and traffic warning facility with alternative route guidance based on TMC (Traffic Message Channel).

The navigation device comes with a remote control. Alternatively, its hands-free system allows it to be voice operated too for greater safety at the wheel. Safety is further enhanced by the professional “Actros 2/3” installation kit.

“One of the big advantages of portable devices is that they and their hands-free system can be used by drivers without further ado in passenger cars too. As a result, drivers can keep their familiar navigation aid close to hand at all times,” a company statement reads.

Other new items in the Mercedes-Benz genuine accessories range for trucks further include a roof-mounted air conditioning unit, which can be fitted to the Actros in place of the roof hatch on the Megaspace or L-cab with high roof. The MB Cool Air 800 can be operated by remote control.

Installation kits are also available for the Axor and Atego, as is a protective hood to match the air conditioning unit.