Other road users
Safer roads for all. DAF’s care for people extends to other road users too. A leader in the field, with safety as its number one priority, the company is introducing safety features before they become mandatory, helping to reduce risks on roads in Europe immediately.
The trend is clear: nationally and internationally, efforts are being made to cut road casualties and injuries. From July 2024, all newly registered trucks in the EU must comply with the new General Safety Regulation (GSR), Package 1. The aim is to reduce the number of fatal accidents and serious injuries by 30% in 2030 and cut them to zero by 2050.
Far ahead on safety
DAF sets the standard in the industry and makes transport safer for everyone - from drivers, passengers, cyclists and motorcyclists to pedestrians and other vulnerable road users.
It all starts with giving DAF truck drivers the best possible direct vision. With a panoramic windscreen, ultra-low dashboard and optional curb-view vision door, drivers are well-positioned to respond quickly, reducing the risk of accidents. Side mirrors have been optimized to reduce blind spots. The optional DAF Digital Vision System replaces mirrors by cameras, giving an even more accurate view and increasing direct vision due to absence of the mirrors.
Passive safety features built into the New Generation DAF trucks include energy-absorbing crash boxes, integrated crash zones and an impact-reducing cab suspension. These protect other road users as well as cab occupants
Protecting vulnerable road users
The New Generation DAF trucks are fitted with a range of functions to maximize active safety. The aim is to reduce the severity of accidents or completely prevent them by managing steering and braking effectively. Several of these Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are designed to cut risks for the most vulnerable road users like cyclists and pedestrians.
- Drive-off Assist helps spot vulnerable road users in front of the vehicle, alerting the driver if someone is in the way when the truck is driving off.
- The Forward Collision Warning and Advanced Emergency Braking System combine radar and camera signals to help drivers react to cyclists and crossing pedestrians.
- DAF Side & Turn Assist alerts drivers to vulnerable road users or other vehicles on the co-driver’s side, while the Rear View Camera provides a clear view of people and objects behind the truck when it’s reversing.
By integrating these and many other protective features into its New Generation DAF trucks, the company contributes to safer road transport in Europe.
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