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More for the bus with DWP+
A world premiere at Busworld in Kortrijk: Continental is bundling everything it has in
terms of instrumentation and ergonomics in its new Driver’s Workplace+ – in an
innovative, versatile complement to the Classic and Individual product lines in the
company’s cockpit portfolio. The new product was developed by the Business Unit
Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket.
Villingen, Germany, October 17, 2011. Continental is bundling everything it has in terms of
electronics, instrumentation and ergonomics in a new cockpit for buses and coaches. At
Busworld in Kortrijk (October 21 – 26, 2011), the leading components supplier to the bus and
coach sector will be showcasing the latest generation of its cockpit solutions, DWP+. With its
flexible instrument cluster, versatile design and ample scope for additional, mobile terminals,
it complements the existing portfolio of Classic and Individual models beautifully. With it,
Continental offers automotive manufacturers an ideal solution for equipping buses and
special vehicles.
Driver’s Workplace+ is a clear step forward in terms of design and flexibility and comes in
response to a long-cherished wish by customers and the VDV (Association of German
Transport Companies) concerning cockpits: it features state-of-the-art technology, is custombuilt and comes complete with an instrument cluster. The design is in line with current trends,
streamlined, rounded, with attractive air vents and, for the first time, a custom-designed
dashboard cover which can be matched to bus or transport company colors to best effect.
Moreover, Continental has equipped the new cockpit with holders and ports for mobile
terminals, allowing phones, satellite navigation terminals, fleet management computers and
toll terminals to be placed, charged and used safely within sight and reach of the driver.
Driver’s Workplace+ complements Continental’s existing product line, which already includes
the largely standardized – and thus enduring – Classic and Individual cockpits. The latter is
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-2the same modular all-rounder it ever was and can be built from a choice of modules to suit
individual customer wishes, actively contributing to saving developing costs and time.
What sets all Continental cockpits apart is their perfect ergonomics and their deep-seated
integration into the vehicle. For example, Continental’s solutions guarantee ideal work
conditions as laid down in the VDV 234 recommendation, as its cockpits let you adjust not
only the height and angle of the steering wheel but also those of the instrument holders.
Regardless of whether the driver measures 5'' 2' or 6'' 5' – he or she will be sitting
comfortably.
But this flexibility is not just restricted to the instrument holders and steering wheel in a
Continental cockpit. The dashboard displays can also be custom-configured, ensuring that
they are exactly in line with the individual needs of vehicle manufacturers or operators. At the
same time, with its optional tachometer for coaches Continental not only takes specific
applications into account, but also the needs of manufacturers and end customers, not to
mention the many and diverse legal stipulations and the wishes of the transport associations.
By installing Continental cockpits, vehicle manufacturers benefit not only from the supplier’s
technical competence and experience, but also from Continental’s rapid order management
concept, cost-effectiveness and professional development process based on automotive
standards.
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-3With sales of €26 billion in 2010, Continental is among the leading automotive suppliers worldwide.
As a supplier of brake systems, systems and components for powertrains and chassis,
instrumentation, infotainment solutions, vehicle electronics, tires and technical elastomers, Continental
contributes to enhanced driving safety and global climate protection. Continental is also an expert
partner in networked automobile communication. Continental currently has close to 160,000
employees in 45 countries.
The Automotive Group with its three divisions Chassis & Safety (sales of approximately €5.8 billion
in 2010, 30,000 employees), Powertrain (sales of approximately €4.7 billion in 2010, 27,000
employees) and Interior (sales of approximately €5.5 billion in 2010, 30,000 employees) achieved
sales of approximately €16 billion in 2010. The Automotive Group is present in more than 170
locations worldwide. As a partner of the automotive and commercial vehicle industry, it develops and
produces innovative products and systems for a modern automotive future, in which cars provide
individual mobility and driving pleasure consistent with driving safety, environmental responsibility and
cost-efficiency.
Within the Continental Interior Division the Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket Business Unit
accommodates the specific requirements of the commercial vehicle, special vehicle and aftermarket
sector. A global network of sales and service companies ensures proximity to local customers.
Covering the product brands Continental, VDO, ATE and Barum the Business Unit offers electronic
products, systems and services for commercial and special vehicles, a broad selection of products for
specialized workshops and spare parts for the Independent Aftermarket and the Original Equipment
Services after end of series production of the vehicle manufacturer.
Contact for journalists:
Frederick Wilde
External Communications Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket
Continental
Division Interior
Guerickestraße 7
60488 Frankfurt
Phone: +49 69 7603 9406
Fax: +49 69 7603 88 9406
frederick.wilde@continental-corporation.com
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