Abstract
In summer 1993 MAN Nutzfahrzeuge AG in Germany delivered the first coaches from the FRH 422 "Lion's Star" range presented in late 1992. Apart from improvements in environmental compatibility, economy, quality and reusability of materials, the development targets which characterised the concept were further increased in comfort, convenience and safety. The great importance of interior and exterior design too was taken into account in the new vehicle. All development activity was centred around the passenger, but the demanding requirements of the driver and the operator were not neglected. This paper describes in particular the improvements relating to the safety of the FRH 422. (A)