With the truck through the city: This is sometimes a high-precision task, where a driver needs a safe view of the traffic and the surroundings of his vehicle at all times. MAN OptiView ^{1) 2)} guarantees them an optimal overview. Our digital mirror replacement system performs much better than ordinary exterior mirrors.

Thanks to the exterior cameras, the blind spot on the driver’s and co-driver’s side is reduced to a minimum. And since the mirror arms are dispensed with, there are no more restrictions of the direct field of vision. For more demanding driving manoeuvres such as shunting, lane changes and turning, the system offers extended views with zoom factor, thus offering a comprehensive view of the traffic situation down to the last detail.

New air suspension control

Rear axles with air suspension have long been a standard in long-haul transport. However, the possibilities and benefits of air suspension are now increasingly being used in various other segments. The new electronically controlled VASC (Vehicle Air Suspension Control) is very much part of this trend and now offers an improved and extended range of functions: one example of this is the relievable axle which primarily improves manoeuvrability and helps to reduce wear.

The air suspension control boasts impressive stats, with up to 50% faster lifting and lowering times, as well as a high level of operating convenience. This function not only enables the truck's air suspension to be set remotely or via the multi-function steering wheel, but also that of the trailer/semitrailer.

Caution – risk of accident! Knowing for sure whether the road is really clear is essential when turning. But the co-driver’s side of a truck in particular is difficult to check from the driver’s workplace. That’s why our turn assist ²⁾ keeps an eye on your MAN from the outside instead of from the inside: Two radar sensors – placed on the outside of the co-driver’s side – detect everything within a radius of almost 180° in the vicinity of the vehicle: Pedestrians, cyclists, obstacles.

If the road is not clear, the system warns the driver via LED lights on the A-pillar using three stages: “Object detected in warning area”, “Collision possible if journey is continued” and “Driver alert: Immediate intervention required!”

Every lane change requires the utmost attention. Our Lane Change Assist ²⁾ reassures drivers that they will not fail to see any of the other road users in the often busy traffic around them: Radar sensors monitor the lanes to the left and right of the vehicle up to 30 metres ahead and 80 metres to the rear. If the sensors detect a hazardous situation when changing lanes, the system warns the driver early on via LEDs on the A-pillars. The lane change support is active from a speed of 50 km/h (31 mph) onwards.

We care for your comfort

Winding your way through narrow alleys is part of the job. Doing the same whilst getting on and off the vehicle no longer is. The new MAN TGM & MAN TGL ensure ergonomic entry and exit for drivers:

• Generous door opening angle of 89°
• Wide and centrally positioned steps
• Extra non-slip steps in grating design and practical strip edge
• Entry lighting activation when the door is opened

Finally a vehicle which shapes around you

The steering wheel is now more flexible than ever: When at standstill, it can be completely folded forward into a horizontal position. Whilst driving, even a steep steering wheel angle like in a passenger car is possible. Full comfort in next to no time.