Safety of the future

Setting a new standard in the industry

 

Superior safety

 

The New Generation XF, XG and XG+ offer outstanding safety for drivers as well as other road users. Large windows, ultra-low window belt lines and for instance the practical kerb view window simply set the standard for direct vision. And with a robust cab structure, class-leading ergonomics and smart features to make driving even safer, the New Generation DAF trucks are the industry leaders when it comes to road safety.

 
 

Superb direct and indirect vision

Large, panoramic windows with super-low belt lines, the optional kerb-view window and fold-up co-driver seat all contribute to best-in-class direct vision. And the New Generation DAF trucks are leading the way in indirect vision as well thanks to amongst others the DAF Digital Vision and Corner Eye camera systems.

HMI

Smart Human Machine Interface

The central 12-inch screen, with its premium look, displays a wealth of information. Two selectable themes, four levels of detail and personalised settings are all operated from the steering wheel.

 

When it comes to safety, DAF’s philosophy has always been ‘Hands on the Wheel, Eyes on the Road.’ Therefore, the New Generation DAF offers class-leading ergonomics. All driving related functions are operated from the steering wheel and the steering column stalks, as are the digital display menu, the TraXon automated gearbox and audio and phone functionalities. Secondary driving functions are operated from physical switches which are logically positioned on the dashboard and are easy to operate. This approach guarantees the driver to focus on the road, which is the starting point for optimal safety.

 
 
Passive safety

Robust cab that leaves nothing to chance

The New Generation DAF trucks have a completely new and extremely strong cab structure that protects against impact on all sides.

  • At the front, energy-absorbing crash boxes are integrated.
  • Crash zones in the back of the cab protect against moving loads.
  • DAF’s Controlled Steering Column Deformation System (CoDeS) ensures that the steering wheel moves away from the driver, for instance in the case of a trailer-back collision.
  • The dashboard includes impact absorbing zones to protect the driver’s knees.

Programmed Cab Displacement System

The New Generation DAF XF, XG and XG+ feature DAF’s unique and patented Programmed Cab Displacement System (ProCaDis), allowing a 400 millimeters cab displacement on the chassis during a front collision, to absorb the energy and prevent the cab from detaching. As a result, the cab structure is maintained, maximising the survival space for vehicle occupants.

 
 

Smart features for active safety

The New Generation DAF includes a whole range of functions to maximise active safety. These include Brake Assist, Lane Departure Warning System, Emergency Brake Lights and DAF Turn Assist. We’ve also added new features like the DAF Electronic Park Brake for smart park brake control, a Low Speed Trailer Brake for safe trailer coupling and uncoupling, and Park Brake Assist for additional park braking power which helps out in a multitude of situations.