Samenvatting
VIRAGES (Industrial Vehicle Improving Energy Consumption and Safety), is a research programme directed by Renault. The programme, which is partially government funded, is a project with several objectives, for truck safety. The experimental vehicle (VE 20) is a six- axles unit, comprising 3 axles for the tractor and 3 for the semi- trailer. A hydro mechanical retarder is installed for braking safety, visibility and spray reduction, are also considered.