Today, legislation allowing extended and more aerodynamic truck cabs, which was approved by the European Union Council last May, comes into force. Trucks with “long noses” should be safer and more fuel efficient. Although it probably won’t look like American trucks (see photo), the difference will be noticeable.
According to the EU regulations Taking effect today (September 1), truck manufacturers in EU countries can extend the front of their vehicles by up to 90cm. More importantly, Extending the “front” of the vehicle does not mean reducing the load space.
The new generation of cabs will be safer and more comfortable for drivers and will save fuel. This is good news for all road users and also for environmentI fell asleep, Romanian Transport Minister Razvan Kuc said after the legislation was adopted by the European Parliament in March 2019.
The goal of widening the trucks is to improve aerodynamics while reducing afterburner. According to assurances provided by Brussels, air resistance should decrease Reduce fuel consumption by up to 10 percent. Additionally, longer cabs will improve visibility from the driver’s seat It will greatly reduce your blind spot. Moreover, drivers will be able to enjoy greater comfort when using the car.
