Truck ratings

The DAF XF achieves a Safe Driving performance that is class leading for a flat floor long haul cab. Its vision performance is class leading with very deep windows, low belt lines, a lower door window and a camera monitoring system (CMS) replacing all mirrors. It is equipped with an AEB system that works adequately for front to rear collisions with vehicles and frontal collisions with pedestrians and cyclists. This impressive peformance in urban crash types sees it earn our CitySafe award. It is awarded a solid 3 star overall. It is therefore, a good choice for the long haul sector where your operation may require frequent entry into cities.

Iveco declined the opportunity to provide a vehicle for testing. Therefore, Euro NCAP tested and rated the most recent, well specified vehicle available. The manufacturer informs us that it is not representative of the safety performance of their latest generation vehicle that complies with GSR2 regulations but first deliveries of those were not expected to be available until the end of 2024.

As tested, the Iveco S-WAY offers marginal direct vision and few of the ADAS that Euro NCAP considers in its rating, resulting in its disappointing 1 star rating.

ERRATUM: The tested model here is an Iveco S-WAY (2022 MY) not an S-WAY (2024 MY). This erratum has been added to reflect new information received after its original publication.

MAN declined the opportunity to provide a vehicle for testing. Despite this, Euro NCAP were able to source, test and rate the latest GSR2 compliant model, equipped with all the relevant safety options.

The TGX offers a solid 3-star safety performance, well balanced between Safe Driving and Collision Avoidance. Its direct vision performance is weak, scoring zero in our rating. However, it is optionally available with a very good camera monitoring system, which provides enhanced driver vision. It provides a very good range of crash avoidance technologies with a high performing lane support system.

Daimler Trucks declined the opportunity to provide a vehicle for testing. Therefore, Euro NCAP tested and rated the most recent well specified vehicle obtainable - a vehicle first registered in July 2024. The manufacturer informs us that it is not representative of the safety performance of their latest generation, which only became available later in 2024.

As tested, the Actros L offers a solid 3-star safety performance. It is the tallest truck tested in this sector but with CMS available it still manages a good Safe Driving score. It provides a very good range of crash avoidance technologies but the performance of some of the functions was limited.

The Renault Trucks T earns a strong 4 star rating due largely to its high quality Advanced Driver Assist Systems (ADAS), getting balanced points across both Safe Driving and Collision Avoidance, most of which is standard fitment. It is more limited in its Direct Vision performance although its recent addition of a CMS system has improved its overall Safe Driving score. The Renault would also benefit from a cyclist turn across path function. Combined with the more limited direct vision, this makes it more suitable for Highway than City working.

The Scania G-series was tested as a partner version of the R-series. The G-series benefits from a lower cab, improving vision. The vehicle is a solid performer with a balanced approach across Safe Driving and Collision Avoidance. It is available with nearly all of the driver assistance systems Euro NCAP consider and they generally perform well, but many of those systems are additional cost options. The vision fundamentals are good and benefit from the lower cab mounting height. The end result is still limited by the lack of a camera monitor system. Its Collision Avoidance performance is good in most areas, and AEB VRU combined with good vision earns it our CitySafe award. Overall, its a safe choice in a mix of environments, provided the appropriate options are selected.

The Scania R-series is a solid performer with a balanced approach across Safe Driving and Collision Avoidance. It is available with nearly all of the driver assistance systems Euro NCAP consider and they generally perform well, but many of those systems are additional cost options. The vision fundamentals are good, but the end result is limited by obstructions from conventional mirrors. The range benefits from a zero emission variant, which complies with Euro NCAP's post crash safety requirements. Overall, its a good option particularly for Highway operations, provided the appropriate options are selected.

The Volvo FH is an excellent safe choice for a vehicle in the Fleet sector. The direct vision is good, helped by the availability of a camera monitoring system and its aero inclined front. Combined with very good assistance systems, some of which are optional, this produces a very good Safe Driving score. It achieves a very good score in collision avoidance, with every system Euro NCAP access being available including automated braking to protect cyclists where trucks turn across their path. As a Highway truck its good direct vision combined with very good AEB for vulnerable road users also earns the Volvo FH our CitySafe award alongside its 5 stars. It is an excellent choice for long haul operations that require occasional city deliveries, provided all the options are selected.

The Volvo FM was tested as a partner to the FH aero but offers a lower cab to improve vision. It is an excellent safe choice for a vehicle in the Fleet sector. The direct vision is very good, helped by the availability of a camera monitor system to partially replace the mirrors. Combined with very good assistance systems, some of which are optional, this produces a very good Safe Driving score. It achieves a very good score in collision avoidance, with every system that Euro NCAP access being available including automated braking to protect cyclists where trucks turn across their path. As an all rounder its very good direct vision combined with very good AEB for vulnerable road users earns the Volvo FM our City Safe award, alongside its 5 stars. It is an excellent choice for combined city and highway operations, provided all of the options are selected.