News Release - Magna Supplies Electronic Vision System on New Generation of the Ford S-MAX
Facilitates Assistance Systems on Compact Vehicle Segment
SAILAUF, Germany, September 14, 2015 – Magna International Inc., the global leader in camera-based driver assistance systems (DAS), announced today that it is supplying front and rearview camera systems on the second-generation Ford S-MAX, the first van to feature a comprehensive range of DAS technologies typically offered only in premium-class vehicles.
“We are proud to collaborate with Ford on the new S-MAX,” said Olaf Bongwald, Vice President, Magna Electronics. “Supplying our camera systems for this sport activity vehicle, demonstrates our leadership position in the automotive camera technology market and illustrates our innovative and competitive capabilities.”
The front and rearview camera systems offer S-MAX drivers various technological features including rear static and dynamic guiding lines, rear parking distance control indicators and an 180o view split into three screens, which are displayed in the vehicle’s cockpit. The systems enhance visibility and can detect objects earlier than the driver for improved safety.
The front and rearview camera systems supplied on the new S-Max will also be an optional feature on the 2016 model Ford Galaxy. Both the Ford S-Max sport activity vehicle and the new Galaxy will be available mid-September 2015.
About Magna International
We are a leading global automotive supplier with 287 manufacturing operations and 81 product development, engineering and sales centres in 29 countries. We have over 124,000 employees focused on delivering superior value to our customers through innovative products and processes, and World Class Manufacturing. 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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