Innovations from Pratt Miller Motorsports, home to the Corvette Racing team, are being repurposed to safeguard first responders in a groundbreaking fusion of motorsports technology and public safety. At CES 2025, Oshkosh, a leading industrial truck manufacturer, introduced how racing-inspired technology is used to reduce emergency vehicle accidents. Initially developed for Corvette Racing, this technology could prove lifesaving for emergency responders on public roads.
Ensuring Safety for First Responders
First responders are the backbone of emergency situations, but their safety is often compromised. Between 2019 and 2023, 251 first responders tragically died in vehicle-related accidents. In response to this issue, Oshkosh developed the Collision Avoidance Mitigation System (CAMS), adapting technology designed by Pratt Miller Motorsports for Corvette Racing.
From the Race Track to the Road
The safety system employs rear-facing cameras and radar to monitor vehicles approaching from behind. This technology gives drivers vital information about vehicle speed and trajectory on the racetrack. That same technology is being adapted to protect emergency vehicles at accident scenes.
CAMS: The Technology That Protects First Responders
CAMS uses one or two camera and radar units per vehicle, operating independently from the vehicle's existing sensors. Artificial intelligence allows the system to detect potential threats and issue warnings via lights, horns, sounds, and even haptic feedback through wearables. This feature is especially useful in noisy accident scenes. Expected to launch in 2026, CAMS can be scaled for fire trucks, snowplows, and tow trucks.
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