Unlike existing standalone adaptive or predictive cruise control systems, iQ-Cruise seamlessly integrates both functions into a unified system. This integrated system delivers automatic and intuitive speed control, yielding substantial fuel savings.
iQ-Cruise, an intelligent automotive cruise control system, harnesses the power of AI, advanced algorithms, GPS technology, and high-definition 3D maps to assess and optimize the most fuel-efficient driving style for Class 8 commercial vehicles in real-time.
When engaged, the system continuously monitors live data, including traffic conditions, vehicle load, and terrain. Leveraging its automated cruise control capabilities, iQ-Cruise system optimizes the vehicle's speed, acceleration, and deceleration to maximize fuel efficiency.
In the world of fleet management, efficiency and safety are paramount. Cruise control systems play a vital role in maintaining these standards, but not all systems are created equal. Explore why iQ-Cruise stands out from predictive and adaptive cruise control systems below.
ACC uses radar and/or laser sensors to sense vehicles on the road and will adjust a truck’s speed to maintain a maximum following distance from the vehicle ahead. While drivers may see up to 2% fuel savings, the primary goal of ACC is to maintain a fixed following distance. While this can be helpful in heavy stop-and-go traffic, it can also frustrate truck drivers when conditions warrant variable following distances, because it will tend to slow their truck down too much as it tries to maintain the fixed distance.
These systems typically learn as they go, adapting to the road on the next drive (once it has been driven and added to its database) rather than relying on high-definition on-board maps (which offer high resolution mapping even before the vehicle has driven a route). PCC typically offers up to 2%-4% in fuel savings, primarily on hills and grades, by modifying transmission shift strategy accordingly. One drawback to PCC is that when it detects an object ahead, it disengages, and Adaptive Cruise Control takes over (if the truck is equipped). While PCC can save fuel during hilly terrain, it is not active whenever there are impeding vehicles present, limiting the fuel saving opportunities significantly.
This system is where innovation meets practicality. The iQ-Cruise system blends the features of Adaptive and Predictive Cruise Control (ACC and PCC) with a connected network and powerful processors for a more human-like driving experience. By integrating high-definition 3D mapping and a cellular connection, in addition to the on-board sensors, it’s able to look ahead, while considering the vehicle load, current traffic and real-time weather conditions. This allows iQ-Cruise to manage speeds in real-time based on traffic, hills, curves and more. This achieves significantly better fuel savings for every driver in your fleet but also does so without frustrating drivers like PCC and ACC can, because it utilizes machine learning to adapt to changing road conditions like a driver would.
In essence, iQ-Cruise embodies the capabilities of a 'best driver' who knows the route, considers the load of the truck, uses mapping apps to navigate traffic, and adjusts speed for weather conditions and terrain, returning the best overall mileage. However, unlike a driver, the iQ-Cruise system doesn’t get tired or fatigued. It's a comprehensive system designed to optimize fleet performance on multiple fronts, for every truck.
For fleet managers seeking a reliable, efficient, and driver-friendly cruise control system, iQ-Cruise is the clear choice. It's not just about maintaining speed; it's about intelligent driving that adapts to every aspect of the journey, ensuring the best possible outcomes for fuel economy, safety, and driver satisfaction.
Key Technology
Driving scenario recognition
Optimization of deceleration, acceleration and gear shifting
Customized warnings based on vehicle load, road and weather conditions and driving scenarios
Intelligent data capture
Driver performance improvement recommendations
Following Distance Advisor
Curve Speed Warning
Shift Advisor and Assistant
Lane Keeping Assistant
Blind Spot Warning
Driving too fast or too slow for road conditions
On-Board Sensors
External Sensors
On-board high Definition 2D / 3D Maps
Cloud connected
Continuous learning and over-the-air updates
Easy to Install
Over-the-air updates keep iQ-Cruise updated with the latest algorithms and intelligence.
Integrates with existing systems, can be removed and reused on another truck.
Significantly improves EV range by managing acceleration and maximizing regenerative braking.
iQ-Cruise® is the industry’s first AI (artificial intelligence) powered adaptive, predictive, and connected cruise control solution that gives fleets significant fuel economy benefits, including a reduction in CO2 emissions.
It blends the features of Adaptive and Predictive Cruise Control (ACC and PCC) with a connected network and powerful processors for a more human-like driving experience. By integrating high-definition 3D mapping and a cellular connection, in addition to the on-board sensors, it’s able to look ahead, while considering the vehicle load, current traffic and real-time weather conditions. This allows iQ-Cruise to manage speeds in real-time based on traffic, hills, curves and more.
High-definition 3D maps offer several benefits for advanced cruise control systems like iQ-Cruise. These maps provide detailed and accurate representations of the road, including topography, curvature, lane information, and even temporary road conditions. Most importantly, they allow the system to know the route before it is driven for the first time (unlike Predictive Cruise systems which may need to drive the route first), increasing efficiency. Additional advantages of 3D maps include:
High-definition 3D maps are a critical component of the iQ-Cruise system, allowing it to mimic the best driver behavior by providing detailed environmental awareness and enabling intelligent, proactive driving decisions.
The iQ-Cruise system is the most advanced cruise control technology for Class 8 commercial vehicles. It works with your existing systems and integrates both the predictive and adaptive functions into a seamless system, which analyzes real-time traffic, weather and route conditions, to offer substantial fuel savings and a far better driver experience, which leads to higher driver utilization (one of the key reasons for the increase in fuel savings). Some key advantages vs. other systems include: