With the new products based on the TX-platform Volvo Buses takes safety efforts one step further into the future. These are some of the new additional safety features we can offer:
Preventive safety (active safety):
• Disc brakes
• Integrated hydraulic retarder.
• Good visibility thanks to large glass panels and large rear view mirrors.
• A pleasant interior climate aids concentration and increases the driver's capacity.
• Ergonomically designed driver's compartment gives the driver full control over the vehicle and surroundings.
• Reversing camera, gives the driver full overview behind the bus when reversing.
Protective safety (passive safety):
• Deformable safety steering wheel, to reduce injuries in the event of a collision.
• Roll-over tested and approved according to ECE regulation 66 (roof strength)
• Frontal collision protection
• Seatbelt cushions for children.
• Seat belts for driver and passengers.
• Interior without sharp or protruding objects.
Fire safety:
• Fire warning sensors in the engine compartment.
• The engine compartment can be equipped with a fire extinguishing system.
• Flame retardant fabrics.
Partnership for greater safety
Volvo Buses maintains far-reaching collaboration with other business areas in the Volvo Group. In many cases safety work is a joint effort contributing to more successful achievements. For example, collaboration with Volvo Cars gives us access to one of the world’s foremost vehicle safety centres.