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Brand launches new line of extra-heavy trucks in Brazil

With premium truck content and optimized cost-benefit, the new VW Meteor arrives with comfort and tailored functionality.
Upon entering the cab, the driver already checks these attributes on the vehicle's dashboard, with a combination of colored and white displays specially developed to allow quick viewing of model information. The radio has a seven-inch screen and an optional multimedia system that allows connection to cell phones and features, such as access to maps from the MirrorLink and CarPlay systems.



And to take the country's wealth, the vehicle, which pulls up to 74 tons, brings the HSA function, which helps the ramp start, an essential feature for large compositions in the extra-heavy segment. Still in line with driver safety, the model features an EBS braking system, which performs electronic brake pressure regulation to provide more effective stops and prevent the wheels from locking up. The 6x2 and 6x4 vehicles are equipped with the ASR function, traction control that can be activated with a key on the panel to help traverse the most difficult terrains.
When adjusting the headlights, the customer has a button on the panel, with a configuration established according to the limits allowed for each load, in a simple way and according to the parameters of the legislation.

In addition to the available sockets on the dashboard, the driver is also more practical when resting: USB port, 12V and 24V sockets and digital clock are next to the bed. This area also has reading light and storage compartment.
For safety, if the driver's door is opened with the truck running, an audible signal is emitted if the parking brake has not been applied or if the vehicle is in the drive position. The defogging system of the rear view mirrors ensures agility and safety on the coldest days.

Source: Volkswagen Trucks and Buses