Discover how advanced braking and stability technologies— including ZF's intelligent ABS (iABS), Roll Stability Support (RSS) systems, and intelligent electronic braking system (iEBS)—help enhance control and safety through tested, 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 Fleet leaders to an exclusive, one-day experience where innovation meets real-world impact. On the track, you’ll see firsthand how stepping up in technology delivers enhanced stability and greater control 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 [pro]Academy: Easy-to-follow training that equips technicians to service advanced systems with confidence
What Will You Experience?
Attendees 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 demonstrations will translate our system design and features into clear operational, safety, and total cost of ownership benefits.
You’ll be able to directly compare system levels seeing how moving from iABS 1M to iABS 2M changes trailer behavior, driver confidence, and overall safety performance. Along the way, you’ll gain a clear understanding of how today’s technologies are shaping the future of intelligent trailers.
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
Advanced Trailer Roll Stability Support
RSS actively monitors trailer dynamics and automatically applies braking to help reduce rollover risk and improve control. With built-in 5V CAN connectivity, it delivers real-time braking insights and safety alerts straight to your fleet systems. Flexible, retrofit-ready, and built for mixed fleets, RSS makes it easy to scale smarter safety across your entire operation.
iABS
Intelligent Anti-Lock Braking Systems
ZF’s iABS deliver stable braking performance and unlocks over 20 different intelligent trailer functions like axle load, TPMS, data, or lift axle control.Telematics ready from day one with CAN connectivity. Its an advanced, easy to install system that supports operational efficiency and protects your trailers. iABS 2M adds side‑by‑side control and full tandem monitoring to help protect tires, increase uptime, and support smarter trailer operations.
