Trailer back-up assist technology featured on Ford
F-150
AURORA, ON, June 14, 2016 /CNW/ - Magna
International Inc. announces it has received a 2016 Ford World
Excellence Award in the "Smart" category for the innovative
technology featured in the 2016 Ford F-150 Pro Trailer Backup
Assist system.
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"Ford's World Excellence Awards allow us to recognize suppliers
who demonstrate a strong commitment to quality, performance and
teamwork," said Hau Thai-Tang, Ford
Motor Company group vice president, global purchasing. "Magna has
helped Ford deliver a breakthrough year, and we are thankful they
are a part of our One Ford
team."
Magna's automated trailer backup assist system allows a driver
to safely back-up a trailer by steering the trailer using a control
knob while the truck steers its own wheels.
Ford's system is enabled by Magna's rear view camera, which
measures the angle between truck and trailer, as well as Magna's
image processing algorithm, which calculates trailer angle by
detecting target decals on the trailer. The system was also a
recipient of the CES 2016 Innovation Award for its outstanding
performance in the Vehicle Intelligence category.
"This award is further recognition of the innovative
technologies that we bring to market as a global leader in
vision-based ADAS systems. Our trailer backup assist system
demonstrates how we are applying smart technology – providing
drivers and vehicles with information they need, when they need
it. We are honored that Ford, a longtime customer of ours,
has given us this award," said Swamy
Kotagiri, Magna Chief Technology Officer and President of
Magna Electronics.
About Magna
We are a leading global automotive
supplier with 306 manufacturing operations and 92 product
development, engineering and sales centres in 29 countries. We have
over 147,000 employees focused on delivering superior value to our
customers through innovative products and processes, and World
Class Manufacturing. These figures include manufacturing
operations, product development, engineering and sales centres and
employees in equity accounted operations. Our product capabilities
include producing body, chassis, exterior, seating, powertrain,
electronic, vision, closure and roof systems and modules, as well
as complete vehicle engineering and contract manufacturing. Our
common shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (MG) and the New
York Stock Exchange (MGA). For further information about Magna,
visit our website at www.magna.com.
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