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WABCO Presents Trailer Telematics System for Improved Trailer Management

BRUSSELS, September 9, 2008 - WABCO Holdings Inc. , one of the world's leading providers of electronic braking, stability, suspension and transmission automation systems for heavy duty commercial vehicles, will present its new telematics technology for trailer original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket applications at IAA Commercial Vehicles 2008 in Hanover, Germany. WABCO's state-of-the-art telematics technology will enable operating efficiency improvements, resulting in significant cost savings for fleet operators, freight agents and logistics managers.

Suitable for all trailer types and tailored to meet the specific needs of each customer, WABCO's new telematics technology contains the latest generation of high performance GPS receiver and quad band GSM modem. All antennas are integrated into the trailer telematics unit, which significantly simplifies installation.

Usable all over Europe, WABCO's new trailer telematics system provides continuous information such as location tracking and tracing, temperature, door status, tire pressure, load and other technical data. It also integrates with existing WABCO systems such as electronic braking (Trailer EBS), suspension control and integrated vehicle tire monitoring (IVTM). Fleet operators can access all of this information about their trailer from any location via a simple and easy-to-use internet portal.

"Today's highly competitive transport business demands technology innovations that further enhance operating efficiency through continuously improved trailer management," said Nick Rens, WABCO Vice President, Trailer Systems. "Performing at the industry's leading edge, our new trailer telematics technology is a complete system that provides vehicle data in real time. Our passion is to help transport professionals reduce costs while improving safety and protecting their bottom line."

In the event of any critical situation, such as a cooling system malfunction, low tire pressure or issues with the trailer braking system, WABCO's new trailer telematics system alerts the fleet operator who can take appropriate and timely action such as sending an alarm via text message (SMS) to the driver.

WABCO's new trailer telematics system also enables optimized maintenance planning, safely keeping trailers on the road longer, and fleets equipped with it can potentially benefit from favorable insurance conditions due to increased theft prevention.

Data processed by WABCO's trailer telematics system can be integrated into the customer's fleet management software using existing standardized interfaces. Comprehensive support is provided by WABCO's helpdesk and global service network, including more than 400 WABCO Service Centers and over 500 WABCO Service Points.

About WABCO

WABCO Vehicle Control Systems is one of the world's leading providers of electronic braking, stability, suspension and transmission automation systems for heavy duty commercial vehicles. Customers include the world's leading commercial truck, trailer and bus manufacturers. Founded in the U.S. in 1869 as Westinghouse Air Brake Company, WABCO was acquired by American Standard in 1968 and spun off in 2007. Headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, WABCO employs more than 7,700 people in 31 countries worldwide. In 2007, WABCO's total sales were $2.4 billion. WABCO is a publicly traded company and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange with the stock symbol WBC.