You never see cab-over semis anymore. They musta made a safety rule about them. Or maybe Kenworth or Freightliner went outta bidness? Naw, I seen that badge on new trucks. Let me check this website I just learned about, LMGTFY.com.
Ah, it's DE-regulation that took away the cabover's advantage "As length regulations have increased, the amount of cabovers has decreased. Now that longer units are allowed on the roads, the main advantage of these trucks, is no longer valid." Huh. I learned something today.
Still a bunch in wooden shoe areas of the world, like Dutch-Land. Tighter roads and their own regulatory regime must still give a reason for the style.
Hundreds of Dutch truckers, inspired by their Canadian counterparts, are heading to Rotterdam for a major demonstration against mandates and restrictions in an effort to restore freedom back to the people 🇳🇱 pic.twitter.com/xo7I8IDLFb
— The Vigilant Fox 🦊 (@TheVigilantFox) February 6, 2022
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I’ve read that conventional rigs ride smoother and handle better than cab overs.
Conventional cabs tend to be safer in frontal collisions, as there is a lot of frame, suspension, and engine in front to absorb energy. COE's should weigh less, which may be one of the drivers for their continued use elsewhere.
The short length and smaller turning radius of the COE can be a real advantage at times. Big factor in tight confines like in Europe.
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