What does side underrun protection do on trucks and trailers?
By A Mystery Man Writer
Description
If you see bars down the side of a truck or trailer between the axles, this is side underrun protection and it's designed to stop cyclists, motorcyclists low vehicles and other road users falling, sliding or driving underneath the truck or trailer and being run over by the rear wheels.
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Under-Run Bars on Trucks : Why they are important for you! - Team-BHP
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Why is underrun protection such an important issue?
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What does side underrun protection do on trucks and trailers?
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Aspoeck NEW REAR UNDERRUN PROTECTION AFTER UNECE R58-03
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What does side underrun protection do on trucks and trailers?
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Side Guards for Trucks - Truck Underride Guards - Windyne
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Improving Cyclist Safety Around Heavy Vehicles
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ATA releases side underrun protection program - Trailer Magazine
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Side underrun protection and heavy vehicle turning safety
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