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Mack Trucks Debuts ImpactShield Windshield with Corning Fusion5 Glass on All-New Granite

Mack Trucks has introduced the ImpactShield windshield, the first use of Corning Fusion5 Glass in a Class 8 truck, on the all-new Mack Granite.

Sharp impact resistance
2x better than standard glass
Scratch resistance
5x better than standard glass
Thermal shock resistance
2x better than standard glass

What Happened

Key Dates
  1. March 2026

    All-new Mack Granite unveiled at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2026.

  2. Latter half of 2026

    All-new Mack Granite available for order.

  3. January 2027

    Production begins at Mack's Lehigh Valley Operations facility in Macungie, Pennsylvania.

ImpactShield vs. Standard Class 8 Windshield
Sharp impact resistance
2x better
Thermal shock resistance
2x better
Scratch resistance
5x better
Mack customers don’t have time for unplanned stops, and neither do we. Partnering with Corning to bring Fusion5 Glass to heavy-duty trucking isn’t just about using better materials; it’s about finding every possible way to keep our customers’ trucks on the job and their costs under control.
Tim Wrinkle, vice president, product owner, vocational and medium duty at Mack

The ImpactShield is a one-piece bonded curved windshield designed for durability and damage resistance. It is standard on the all-new Mack Granite and will be available as an upgrade on other Mack models including the Pioneer, Anthem, and Keystone.

Why this matters

The ImpactShield offers 2x better sharp impact and thermal shock resistance and 5x better scratch resistance than standard windshields, reducing downtime and replacement costs for fleet operators.

Terms in This Story

ImpactShield
A windshield technology from Mack using Corning Fusion5 Glass for enhanced durability and damage resistance.
Corning Fusion5 Glass
A glass engineered specifically for automotive exterior applications, designed to withstand impacts and harsh conditions.
Class 8 truck
The heaviest class of commercial truck in the US, used for heavy-duty vocational and long-haul applications.
Read Original: Mack Trucks, Inc.

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