Safety first, always. European trucks are well known for their efficiency, performance and reliability. They’re built with a range of safety features, to keep you, and others on the road safe.
In this blog we’re diving into the key parts of your truck that play a crucial role in keeping you and other drivers safe out on the roads.
- Braking System: Most European trucks are fitted with a brake system which exceed the standard requirements. Ensuring regular inspections of your brake components is vital, from your truck’s brake pads to your brake discs, these components ensure optimal brake responsiveness and efficiency.
- Lighting System: Your lighting system not only provides you with improved visibility, it also indicates your movements to other drivers on the road. With European trucks having advanced lighting systems, including LED headlights, brake lights, and turn indicators, each of these contribute to higher safety measures on the road. Check your lights to ensure they are all operating as they should, and that you don’t have any blown bulbs. If you notice a light has gone, contact your preferred parts supplier immediately and book in to get your light replaced.
- Tyres: Your truck tyres are a foundational component to your truck. Critical to your truck’s safety. Your truck’s tyres are essential for ensuring peak traction, stability, and control on the road. Ensure you inspect your tyre regularly, to identify any signs of worn tread, damage or just general wear and tear.
- Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS): European trucks are known for their advanced technologies, from lane control departure warnings, collision avoidance, and adaptive cruise control. ADAS helps improve road decisions and reduce driver errors, contributing to overall road safety.
- Airbags: European trucks have airbags strategically placed around the truck’s cabin to enhance driver safety. The airbags deploy upon collision, supporting the driver by providing additional protection. It is critical to have the airbag system inspected to ensure proper functionality, while also ensuring, if an airbag or airbags deploy, that they are replaced straight away.
Checking on each of the above components and systems should be included in your pre-drive inspection, and remember, routine maintenance is vital to overall health and longevity of your truck.
To ensure your truck continues to operate in top-notch condition, make sure you implement a proactive maintenance schedule. Here at CLA Trucks Parts we’re here to help you at every stage. Call us today and find out more about the parts we supply and how we can help you.