Discover how advanced braking and stability technologies— including ZF's intelligent ABS (iABS), advanced Roll Stability Support (RSS) systems, and intelligent electronic braking system (iEBS)—help enhance control, improve safety, and deliver consistent, high-performance results.
Join ZF 2026 Trailer Technology Demo Days
Don't miss the future of trailer technology. Transportation Research Center | East Liberty, OH — July 28-29, 2026
Experience ZF Trailer Technologies In Action
Step into the future of trailer performance and safety with ZF.
We welcome OEM leaders to an exclusive, hands-on demonstration where innovation meets real-world impact. On the track, you’ll see firsthand how advanced trailer technologies enhance control, stability, and stopping power in the moments that matter most.
This experience is designed to showcase the tangible value of our latest systems and provide a clear view of what’s next in intelligent trailer solutions. We look forward to partnering with you as we drive the next generation of trailer performance forward.
Technology Categories
Braking Performance and Stability
Safety and Collision Mitigation
Learn how ZF’s intelligent trailer safety systems help mitigate rear-end collisions and reduce the risk of rollover events. Our advanced trailer solutions are designed to enhance overall safety, strengthen driver confidence, and provide greater protection for equipment all road users in a wide range of operating conditions.
Visibility and Digital Trailer Insights
Get an up close look into ZF's Connected systems and sensing technologies that demonstrate how trailer intelligence improves visibility, uptime, and operational management.
Solutions to be featured:
- OptiTire TPMS
- SmartBoard interface
- SCALAR Telematics / Fleet management system
Aerodynamics, eTrailer and Efficiency Solutions
Explore how ZF technologies are driving the future of trailer efficiency and sustainability:
- Trailer Aerodynamics: ZF's OptiFlow Trailer Skirts and Mud Flap help improve fuel efficiency and help reduce operating costs through drag reduction, smarter energy and fuel use
- AxTrax 2 e-Axle: Enables energy recovery and intelligent power management for the trailer
Diagnostics and Service
Discover how ZF’s service ecosystem supports uptime and total cost of ownership:
- ZF [pro]Diagnostics: Enables faster, more accurate troubleshooting, and remote data insights that help reduce unplanned downtime
- ZF ProAcademy: Easy-to-follow training that equips technicians to service advanced systems with confidence
What Will You Experience?
OEMs will see how ZF trailer systems perform in real‑world conditions—from braking and stability to safety, aerodynamics, connectivity, and service support. Live maneuvers and hands‑on demos will translate our system design and features into clear operational, safety, and total cost of ownership benefits.
TailGUARD
Reverse Collision Mitigation
See automatic braking engage as the trailer reverses toward stationary obstacles, demonstrating collision mitigation where visibility is limited. ZF's TailGUARD is designed to provide audible warnings and brake intervention functionality when configured, helping reduce damage, repair costs, driver workload, and unplanned downtime.
RSS 2M
Advanced Trailer Roll Stability Support
Designed to reduce rollover risk, improve overall stability, enhance safety, and help enable future-ready platforms through seamless data integration—watch rollover mitigation work in real time as trailers run dynamic stability maneuvers. ZF's Roll Stability Support works with a wide range of trailer configurations with scalable functions.
