Meritor Launches Power Control and Accessory System (PCAS) for Zero Emissions Commercial Vehicles
On May 9, 2022, Meritor announced the production launch of its Power Control and Accessory System (PCAS) for zero-emission commercial vehicles. This fourth-generation system, developed over ten years with over 1.7 million real-world test miles, enhances electrification capabilities by providing power management for various vehicle subsystems. Key features include on-demand electric accessories management, thermal management, and single pedal driving. Meritor will showcase the PCAS at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo from May 9-12 in Long Beach, California.
- Production of the PCAS indicates successful development and readiness for market.
- PCAS has over 1.7 million real-world test miles, reflecting its reliability and effectiveness.
- The system allows customization of performance, potentially enhancing customer satisfaction.
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TROY, Mich., May 9, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Meritor, Inc. (NYSE: MTOR) today announced the production launch of its Power Control and Accessory System (PCAS) for zero emissions commercial vehicles.
Now in its fourth generation, the PCAS has more than ten years of development and testing and over 1.7 million real world test miles on approximately 200 trucks. The system provides intelligent electrification providing power where needed and control over sub-systems and accessories. For ease of integration, it is installed where a conventional engine would typically be located.
"The PCAS is a comprehensive solution that allows customization of performance with proven technology," said Tim Bowes, senior vice president and president, Electrification, Industrial and North America Aftermarket for Meritor. "We are proud that the PCAS is now in production and available for the market."
The entire electric drivetrain can be tuned through the PCAS to balance performance, efficiency and range. Designed for flexibility to meet the application requirements of commercial vehicles, the PCAS enables:
- On-demand electric accessories performance management
- Thermal management
- Performance optimization through single pedal driving
- Torque path management
- Charging management during sleep mode
Meritor will showcase the PCAS in booth No. 2135 at Advanced Clean Transportation Expo May 9-12 in Long Beach, California.
Meritor, Inc. is a leading global supplier of drivetrain, mobility, braking, aftermarket and electric powertrain solutions for commercial vehicle and industrial markets. With more than a 110-year legacy of providing innovative products that offer superior performance, efficiency and reliability, the company serves commercial truck, trailer, off-highway, defense, specialty and aftermarket customers around the world. Meritor is based in Troy, Mich., United States, and is made up of more than 9,600 diverse employees who apply their knowledge and skills in manufacturing facilities, engineering centers, joint ventures, distribution centers and global offices in 19 countries. Meritor common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol MTOR. For important information, visit the company's website at www.meritor.com.
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