3 questions to Mikael Hanson, head of Transmission Software
What are you most proud of in the new Scania Opticruise?
“That it turned out being as good as we had hoped, putting Scania among the top automated gearchanging systems in the market, and that we did it in the time allotted. We had ambitious goals, and we achieved them.”
What was the hardest part of the development process?
“Many things, but perhaps mainly the new electrohydraulic clutch actuator, which is based on completely new technology. Thanks to a dedicated project team, we resolved this and all the other challenges.”
How does the new Scania Opticruise affect a driver’s working day?
“We now offer a fully automated system, alongside a system that retains the clutch pedal. Drivers and operators can choose according to preference. The new Scania Opticruise has greatly enhanced functionality. The driver never needs to think about gear selection, but can focus on the road. The new gearchanging strategy provides greater comfort, thanks to its underlying logic, which is so much smarter than what was used previously.”
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