Nikola adopts ZF driver assistance systems

ZF’s OnGuardMax and OnSideAlert driver assistance systems are now offered on Nikola’s hydrogen fuel-cell-electric trucks.

OnGuardMax detects and reacts to moving and stationary objects, while OnSideAlert provides blind spot detection to prevent side collisions. ZF and Nikola say it’s the first time these driver assistance technologies have been offered on a commercial vehicle produced for the North American market.

“We’re pleased to partner with Nikola to integrate these critical safety technologies into their new zero-emission truck and introduce innovative safety technology to the North American marketplace,” said Dirk Wohltmann, director of engineering, Americas, commercial vehicle solutions, ZF Group. “ZF technologies benefit from decades of continuous improvement and learning, and these technologies not only benefit customers, but the driver and road users. We’re excited to see our technology on the road in the Nikola truck, as well as future vehicles.”

“Safety is of paramount importance to Nikola and our customers, and the ZF products, including the company’s driver-assistance technologies, integrate well into our Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric truck platform,” added Pedro Garcia, global head of product development, Nikola. “Nikola and ZF are recognized pioneers in our respective spheres, and it makes sense to come together to provide the best zero-emissions truck in the market.”