Bringing motorsports innovation into public safety, a technology initially developed by Pratt Miller Motorsports, home of Corvette Racing, is being adapted to protect first responders. At CES 2025, Oshkosh, a major industrial truck manufacturer, showcased how they're leveraging racing technology to prevent accidents involving emergency vehicles. This transfer of Corvette Racing's sophisticated monitoring systems to public roads is an exciting development with the potential to save lives.
Safety at the Forefront
While first responders are trained to save lives during emergencies, they, too, face risks. From 2019 to 2023, 251 first responders lost their lives in vehicle accidents. In response, Oshkosh developed the Collision Avoidance Mitigation System (CAMS), adapting technology pioneered by Pratt Miller Motorsports for Corvette Racing.
Advanced Technology on the Road
The technology behind this safety system uses rear-facing cameras and radar to track vehicles approaching from behind. In racing, it provides critical data like speed, trajectory, and positioning to help drivers make split-second decisions. The same technology is being adapted to keep emergency vehicles safe at accident scenes.
CAMS: Protecting First Responders
CAMS includes one or two radar and camera units installed on emergency vehicles, functioning independently from the vehicle's built-in sensors. The system uses artificial intelligence to analyze data in real time and provides alerts through lights, sounds, and even wearable devices with haptic feedback—perfect for noisy environments. Launching in 2026, the system is scalable for a range of vehicles, including snowplows, fire trucks, and tow trucks.
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