As an important tool for modern logistics and transportation, the safety of trucks is directly related to the life safety of drivers and the happiness of multiple families. With the advancement of technology and the increasing complexity of the traffic environment, the safety configuration of trucks is no longer a simple additional option, but a key factor that must be considered when choosing a car.
Assisted Driving System Use technology to protect driving safety
Assisted driving system, namely ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), uses various sensors installed on the vehicle (such as millimeter wave radar, laser radar, camera, etc.) to sense the surrounding environment, collect data, identify, detect and track static and dynamic objects, and combine navigation map data for systematic calculation and analysis, so as to make the driver aware of possible dangers in advance and improve the comfort and safety of car driving.
Reduce the risk of accidents: The assisted driving system can monitor the situation around the vehicle in real time. For example, the lane departure warning system (LDW) can issue a warning in time when the vehicle deviates from the lane, and the front collision warning system (FCW) can remind the driver to take braking measures when a collision risk is detected in front. These functions greatly reduce the risk of accidents caused by driver negligence or unresponsiveness.
Reduce driving fatigue: The adaptive cruise control (ACC) function can automatically adjust the vehicle speed according to the speed and distance of the vehicle in front, maintain a safe distance, and reduce the driver’s frequent braking and accelerator operations, thereby reducing driving fatigue. Lane centering assist (LCC) or lane keeping (LKS) functions can help the vehicle stay in the lane and reduce the number of steering wheel corrections made by the driver.
Hydraulic retarder: a safety guard for long downhills
A hydraulic retarder is a device that uses the power transmission principle of liquid to achieve vehicle deceleration. It can automatically adjust the torque transmitted to the wheels according to the vehicle speed and load without human intervention, thereby achieving a smooth deceleration effect.
In situations such as long downhills, the hydraulic retarder can help the vehicle better control the speed, reduce the frequency and intensity of brake use, and thus reduce the risk of failure of the brake system. This is especially important for heavy-duty trucks, as frequent braking may cause the brake pads to overheat, reduce braking performance, or even fail.
Using a hydraulic retarder can reduce brake wear and energy consumption, and reduce vehicle emissions and operating costs. This is of great significance to truck transportation companies that pursue economic benefits and environmental performance.
Hydraulic retarders are mainly suitable for heavy trucks and long-distance transport vehicles. When choosing, you should decide whether to install a hydraulic retarder based on the type of vehicle and the usage scenario. For example, for trucks that often travel in mountainous areas or long downhill sections, hydraulic retarders are an essential safety configuration.
EBS Electronic Braking System: The Guardian of Braking Safety
EBS (Electronic Braking System) is a control system upgraded on the basis of the anti-lock braking system (ABS) and the anti-skid system (ESP). It can realize the distribution of electronic braking force of the whole vehicle and the consistency control of the main and trailer vehicles, shorten the braking distance of the whole vehicle, and improve the overall braking performance of the whole vehicle.
Shorten the braking distance: The EBS system can reduce the response time and pressure building time of the braking system, thereby achieving faster braking effect. This is crucial for vehicle safety in emergency braking situations.
Realize braking force distribution: The EBS system can automatically adjust the braking pressure of the front and rear axles and trailers according to the load and driving status of the vehicle to achieve accurate braking force distribution. This helps to avoid dangerous situations such as side slip and head push caused by unbalanced braking of the vehicle.
Improve vehicle stability: The EBS system also has a body stabilization function. When the vehicle oversteers or understeers, the system can quickly identify and respond, stabilize the body through braking intervention, and prevent accidents such as rollovers.
Conclusion:
As an important tool for modern logistics and transportation, the safety of trucks cannot be ignored. When choosing a car, we should pay more attention to the vehicle’s safety configuration, such as assisted driving systems, hydraulic retarders, and EBS electronic braking systems. These safety configurations can improve the safety and comfort of truck driving in different aspects and provide more comprehensive protection for drivers and passengers.
