Looks ridiculous, somehow amateurish , that is what a truck driver is required by law every day in Europe. The US really shows its the leading country of the world in every way. They would probably complain all those checks you have in Europe are to socialist leftist communist 😂😂
Well in Europe itäs pretty much the same, but for example like Bruce said in Finland the brake dyno + "shaking test" are mandatory on top of the visual inspection.
I'm dutch, but also a truck driver in the US. I've been driving for 22 years. This trooper/inspector did exactly what he was supposed to do. Thats how he was trained. You can't expect someone to inspect a truck to a different standard that's not required.
I didn't expect that, i was just saying it looks quite an easy test compared to what we have to do here in the UK, If it works over there that's fine, maybe ours is over the top, it's just so strict here. I guess it's similar in Holland too
What has you being Dutch to do with anything? You probably dont even speak Dutch anymore. These inspections are a joke and nothing compared too European inspections. 0% of all new amarican trucks would pass a European inspection. 100% of all European trucks would pass with flying color with the DOT test
@@larsmeijerink5471you may be right about the inspections comparison, I don’t know enough to judge. But you have most probably never met the Dutch guy you’re judging on his language knowledge. It’s not relevant to his comment. No need to focus on that.
Being from Norway, these videos are very interesting to watch as they highlight the difference in US/Northern Europe trucking. The last video where it was compared to the Peterbuilt and the video with the US cabover from 2005 featuring tech from the '80s was the most eye-opening for me. I have always been under the impression that the regular non-cabover style (I clearly know what they're called, shutup) kind of haulers were super luxerious and advanced because well, the first country one thinks of when discussing hauling heavy stuff for long distances is USA. The way they just spray paint over already installed parts is astonishing to me. I was also under the impression that the Scanias we have here would be tiny in comparison because of how much smaller the roads and vehicles are here.
What this series shows is how advanced European trucking is in both the product and the regulations. I know there are some Kenworth/Peterbilt trucks in UK and Europe but how do they pass the Regs and why would you import an obsolete spec truck into Europe? They don't even offer more power than the best Eurotrucks. What an eyeopener!
So a lot of it is market. Europe is a lot more into technology than many people in the U.S. all that tech often is viewed as problems to later fail as they often cause otherwise perfectly fine vehicles to become inoperable. Design wise you can’t knock people for liking a specific style, I mean I like cab overs as much as the next guy but nothing will beat the styling of a classic truck here for me.
@@sterlingodeaghaidh5086 Good point. And yeah, there is without a doubt something romantic about the classic US trucks and how they look. Even the US cabover that was featured in a few videos ago just have something special to their looks that trigger happy emotions.
@@sterlingodeaghaidh5086 Most of the technology in European vehicles is mandated by the regulations and after that the customer gets used to it and demands more. If you don't provide the technology, which is generally driven by safety and operating costs then you have a clientele that expects less. Look at the way everyone must have the latest cell phone tech or Apple product. Agreed there is a fear of reliability with electronics but electronics can be made reliable otherwise the military would not have taken to it so readily. In terms of the style of the truck then like Volvo already do, a Semi- tractor unit could be easily made for the American market but then you have to ask the question why? What advantage does the semi have over the cab-over or are we in the realms of 'I like what I know' I think that Brian has already won over some US truckers who want more than they are currently offered.
The fact that Michael doesn't charge extra for failed inspection that has been repaired gets huge respect from me! That's a clear sign that failed inspection is about safety, not about making extra money.
@@uzziel5085 28 days for cars, vans and motorbikes but not sure if its the same on trucks. I bet 50% of cars on the roads in the US wouldn't pass a UK MOT. Although I'm always surprised my other half's 06 Nissan Micra passes each year.
@steakandkidney3142 Great question, especially when you consider road traffic deaths in the USA per 100,000 is 13.4, whereas the Sweden (where the Scania is made) is 2.5 deaths per 100,000, it's also worth noting ice and snow are common in Sweden during the winter months.
I'm Dutch, don't drive trucks. The condescending comments from some Europeans here are quite rude. Bruce has a good heart, wants to celebrate trucking in general from different perspectives and runs a great channel which I thoroughly enjoy. I believe he's also quite successful business wise. Yeah he may make some mistakes or take a different approach like we all do. No reason to act like a moron if you disagree with him. His channel, his business, his passion. Happy New Year everyone.
Lately, there have been nothing but condescending comments coming from the European viewers on here about anything to do with American trucks, American truck drivers and the like. Honestly, I'm growing tired of it.
The simple fact is that the USA has a dreadful recent record on road safety. For good or bad, the USA is not keen on tight regulation. Many US states have no form of car inspection at all, and those that do often confine it to emissions testing, and then sometimes in just some areas. It's maybe symptomatic of libertarian attitudes, and things like gun control. It's simply not something that should be ignored. There is a penalty to be paid for this sort of attitude. We don't stand for it in air safety (or at least shouldn't - the 737 Max issue shows what happens when you get regulatory capture). This is a valid issue for debate, and we may see more of the effects of de-regulation in Trump's second term with some powerful individuals being given a strong remit to cut controls even further. The irony is that the USA was once at the forefront of improving car safety. It was in the USA that crash tests were first introduced and, famously, Ralph Nader published "Unsafe at Any Speed" at a time when US and European road safety records were about equal, and the latter often worse.
@@TheEulerID please don’t mention GC here, I’d rather not see this turn overly political. Ya we are rather lax, but honestly I’m glad, with a lack of robust public transit vehicles are needed and if safety was German levels of strict our economy would fail immediately because people couldn’t afford a car. Thats the downside of the necessity that is safety, it’s expensive.
@TheEulerID Simple fact is that some people just can't behave themselves towards the person that runs this channel and providing us with fun and meaningful content for free.
The button under the parking brake is the automatic parking brake and hill hold button. When you press it, a green light will come on. Every time you come to a complete stop, the parking brake will set and automatically release when you pull away again.
@@cjmillsnun Same same.. It prevents the truck from rolling backwards when starting on a hill automatically.. Something you would use the handbrake for normally..
31:40 you don't need to be stopped. You can lift and lower 3rd axle while driving. Comparing this DOT inspection to our local ones in Finland, biggest difference is that here it is mandatory to check brake forces for every axle on brake dynamometer on every inspection, both main brake and parking brake (edit: oh, you explained this later on the video. Brake problems are actually quite common reasons also to fail inspection, especially on trailers that also require this inspection annually).
Nostaa kyllä kestää mutta laskea ei... Siellähän on kynsikytkin joka kytkee vedon, samalla lailla kun sisussa, tekkee aika lailla vahinkoa kun täyessä vauhissa kytkee päälle kun toinen akseli on täysin pysähyksissä. Ja jos ovat kaanialla osanneet ohjelmoida niin että kytkee vasta kun on alhaalla niin ei renkaatkaan kyllä oikein arvosta kun puottaa alas täyessä vauhissa. Ja helposti saa kyllä kynsikytkimen tuhottua silti vaikka kytkeytyis vasta kun on akseli alhaalla, sutia jos kerkeää lyyä liukkaalla niin pyörii etuperä nopeammin kun takaperä niin rutina kuuluu perästä
@@sauliaalto, ihan niinkun tasauspyörästön lukkoakaan ei saa kytkeä jos sutii. Tuon auton pitäisi osata katsoa ABS:n pyörintänopeuksista, että vedon voi kytkeä.
@@KoiranenAerospace ideaali tilanteessahan se toimii näin, mutta jos on esim TC pois päältä niin ei alakkaan rajoittaan vetoa niin uskon että tuo akselin nosto/lasku on estetty ohjelmalla kokonaan vauhissa. En oo vielä tuommosella teliveolla ajanu niin ole sata varma mutta uskosin näin kun liikaa mahollisia muuttujia niin helpommalla selviää takuu asioissa ainakin tuolla konstilla 😀
@@FrankRobertsJr what do the inspectors there do? All DOT certified inspectors are trained to the same North American standard for commercial vehicle inspections.
@@FrankRobertsJr so was the guy in this video before he retired. That’s also what I’ve done for a living since 2001. All “commercial compliance” State and Federal law enforcement officers in the US get the same CVSA training to do these DOT inspections, but we also inspect the driver for proper licensing, hours or service, etc and the operating authority of the company. Some mechanics shops offer inspections to comply with requirements some states have for annual inspections, but that inspection is limited to the mechanical components of the truck.
I have been involved with Approved Testing Facilities (ATF) for MoTs on trucks and buses for the last 25 years and in UK we also have shaker plates to determine worn steering components and wheel bearings as well as brake test rollers that check the efficiency of the brakes and the brake balance on both the tractor units and trailers, which have to be tested with certified test loads. The other things not mentioned are the headlamp beam tester to check the alignment and the emissions tester. Vehicles can only be tested at an ATF or a DoT (VOSA) test centre, which must be done annually. Where the ATF is at a truck or a bus depot a VOSA inspector carries out the testing on an appointment basis. If the fleet of trucks or buses pass with a 95% pass rate then the facilities own authorised mechanic can carry out the testing thereafter, although VOSA can and will make spot inspections to ensure standards are maintained. It is in the interest of the operator to attempt to get 100% pass rate to both retain their approved status and have a verified standard for the fleet that will stand public scrutiny.
Also from the UK. Thank you for the detailed info, as I wasnt aware on how any of it works as I dont drive them. I love the look of the Scania's we have in the UK though.
@@kristoffer3000 Agreed, I am amazed that they don't routinely test brake efficiency. The suspension/steering testing is no better than a cursory check it doesn't get close to rigorous testing that would discover faults hidden simply because of the weight of the components.
@@clivewilliams3661 Here in New Zealand trucks are required to do COF (Certificate Of Fitness) inspections usually every 6 months, though the time period can be shorten to as little as every 3 months or extended to as much as every 12 months. No additional inspections are required in between each COF inspection, however the truck must be able to pass any potential roadside inspections carried out by police during that time. COF inspections can be conducted at the same testing stations regular cars go to for WOF (Warrant Of Fitness) inspections. COF inspections typically take 1-2 hours long to complete, the test covers these areas of the truck: tire condition, brake condition, structural condition (rust isn't allowed in certain areas), trailer connector/5th wheel assembly, light bulbs, windshield, windshield washers & wipers, doors, seat belts, airbags (if fitted), speedometer, steering & suspension, exhaust system (no leaks), fuel system (also no leaks).
@@dallasfrost1996 It seems that truck inspections are generally the same the world over. All vehicles, but mostly trucks, and buses can have an impromptu inspection by VOSA that can also incorporated a weighbridge inspection that truckers dread because any infringement will result in cessation of the trip, which can seriously affect business. Whilst it may be possible to test all vehicles in one facility this rarely happens because different technical standards apply for each test arrangement. generally for trucks and buses an inspection pit is required whereas for a van or car a 3 ton 4-post lift is preferred and for 3-wheelers a flat bay is necessary.
As a kid from Serbia I always loved American trucks. But European trucks, such as Scania and Volvo, are one of the safest in the world. I remember, my neighbor had a Saab 9-5 (Saab and Scania were one company at some point) it had ignition key near gear shifter. And you couldn't get the key out after turning off engine if you didn't put it in the gear. Sweden is the pioneer of safety.
Yep, gotta put it in reverse. I once lent my car to a friend who had never driven a Saab before (which was weird since we're both swedish), he called me and frantically wondered how to get the key out.
40:20 The brake dyno is used to test your brakes work and what is very important in slippery conditions, the brake balance between left and right, and front and back.
Plus in Europe we have special devices that will be placed in front of headlights to see if they are well adjusted and not blinding with low beams. Well at least as much as I have seen then they are used on cars and on busses for main headlights. Probably not used on auxiliary ones.
Yep, Same here in Belgium... All ok, green inspection card. Not ok, red card and no more driving... The maximum speed for trucks is 90kmh (56mph) here in the EU as well...
the button under the handbrake is for hill hold, that is, you just press the brake pedal and it holds the brake automatically until you press the gas pedal. it only works when you are wearing the seat belt. and the handbrake applies automatically when you open the door or take off your seat belt below a certain speed
Fyi, if you want to check the cluster lights, gauges and warning sound, there’s a function available if you navigate to the ”spanner” section in the cluster display. It tells you what lights and how many is supposed to light up. Same with gauges, during the test it tells you what value the gauges should show. Really helpful for us Scania Technicians
American DOT inspector/trooper/former truck driver here. Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) inspections are intended to ensure critical safety components are in compliance with regulations. In my 24 years of experience, I have seen VERY few collisions that were actually caused by a true mechanical failure. Most collisions are caused by driver error.
most collision are caused by 1. aggresive angry commercial drivers who are entitled, 2. 90% of accidents are caused by absolutely moronic automobile drivers. Typically at merge points.
Kevin, dear inspector/trooper, most of the "europe people" reactions are based on the poor way the USA regulations concerning the safety for Commercial vehicles are. If you compare that to Europe safety regulations than yes, sorry but your system is 40 years behind. And if you don't know what you don't know than you think the way you do "something" is right, ok? So start educate yourself and be a better person/inspector/trooper. Btw for all have a nice, safe and healthy 2025.
@@vanDeudekom first, thanks for the reply, but it’s not “my system.” Second, I never claimed US standards were superior to European standards. In fact, I think the US could learn some things from European regulations. However, something like a brake dyno or shaker test would be considered excessive by most US based commercial vehicle operators. Helpful, sure, but most likely not an additional expense most companies would want to pay.
The most difficult check to pass in EU is the brake ballance. If brake pressure on one side of the axle is lower by more than 35% - come back when you fix it. And there are 2-3 axels on both truck and trailer
Even if the "brake balance" were 0.35%, this truck wouldn't make it to the US. First, the US truck makers would fight it to bitter end. Second, Scania needs to find a big and important potential customer, and run a business model for them. Say Walmart. Create a short, 3-page presentation proving a very strong financial incentive and put it right in front of their CEO. If it doesn't save more fuel, then work out for them what the insurance savings would (Definitely) be, with the myriad of safety systems the Scania has. That's the only way this truck will make it to the US, not UA-cam videos.
In the uk we have 6 weekly inspections plus a yearly MOT and a yearly service. The 6 weekly inspections are for the truck and the trailer, the trailer also has to go for an MOT as well.
That's not quite correct, the PMI standing for Preventative Maintenance Inspection, commonly called a safety inspection, can be anything up to 13 weeks intervals , depending on what's agreed on your Operators licence, this will take into account factors such as annual mileage and type of work, so a newish truck on low mileage and light work could be 13 weeks, but a vehicle carrying full weight and that goes on and off road, such as tippers might be a regularly as every 4 weeks. Also unlike the annual test, the PMI is not carried out by a Government inspector, its done by your nominated workshop, which could be your company's own workshops. Also unlike the annual test which just checks the vehicle is roadworthy when presented the PMI is supposed to check for things that'll will wear out before the next inspection, , so a vehicle can in theory pass an annual test, but the PMI will still find things that have to be fixed.
@@medler2110, I used to work for Turners(Soham) and even the new trucks and trailers were on a 6-week PMI, I drove an Actros MP4 2014 and that would go to the dealership every 6 weeks for its PMI as did all the Scanias and DAFs that the company had, only the trailers had their PMI done in-house.
@@davidjames990 Yes that sounds about correct for most haulage companies, the PMI regime is something that is agreed when you apply for your Operator Licence, and there are recommendations set out covering average annual mileage, types of work and age of vehicles in the application process. So a haulage company like Turners would normally be on 6 weekly according to the recommendations, due to the mileage the vehicles cover, some of their fleet are operated day and night, or at least they were when I was there in 2004, and they do fully freighted work, even if its not every load. There are many transport operations, often own account where they don't use their trucks to the same extent as a haulage company so can extend the PMI interval in accordance with the guidelines. The workshops are also specified as part of the O'licence application process, as no doubt Turners Tractor Units are on an R&M package the cost of the PMI's will be covered in that, so they'll go to the main dealers, but trailers are probably bought outright so they do the maintenance themselves. Provided you inform your area Traffic Commissioners office, you can change the workshop you use and you can use more than one workshop. The main thing is the PMI's must be done within the agreed schedule and recorded and signed off, so there is an audit trial they can check if they discover problems.
@@Stukov961 depends on the condition of the import, doesn't it...? 🙄 I'd much rather have a brand new US trucks than a 30 year old rustbucket from some EU country. I've seen some real shit coming up here(Norway) from the EU countries.
😂😂😂 wouldn't touch it with a 10 foot pole. Why on earth would I leave my freightliner cascadia for this? If it was a scania 4 series with a manual and a v8? Maybe.. For weekend fun only 😂
Asshole cabover we battled decades to get out of these dam death traps ...😅 im a 3.9 million mile otr driver coast to coast border to border this is a dangerous nightmare of a truck to live in 😅
I would love to know why the front mirror would be not allowed. This thing is meant to get rid of that blind spot to start with. Same for the passenger side mirror above the door. Alternatively a corner camera which is insanely handy and even saver. Much respect for this man and how he tries to handle this inspection business.
The machines you mention at minute 35:10 are available in all the workshops where mandatory inspections are carried out here in Europe, and they are part of the test that all vehicles have to pass, from mopeds and agricultural tractors to trucks, including of course the rest of the vehicles that are between those two categories...
35:30 This is the typical inspection for all cars, not just trucks. Which makes sense, since pushing stuff with your hand, won't apply the forces than the car driving. The brake dyno will allow you to also see differences between wheels on the same axle, etc and it's required to not exceed a certain percentage. The plates makes it easier to see play. And lastly, we also have suspension ones, where it will vibrate the wheels to see dampening capacity, which again, they will check if there are differences between wheels on the same axle.
I use this tool , i use this tool , i use this tool and i will use this tool.....man when this guy would ever show up here in Europe to see how inspections are done over here he is going to think he's on a different planet 😂😂😂
Yeah it is realy 35/50 years back in time compare to europ. Poor people and they still think they are far superior You know Land of the free and home of the brave, sorry my american friends. Importbans kill your future becourse you take out the competition and so the need to innovate.
Well, I assume that there were some things cut out to shorten the video, but I agree - the brake test rigs and shakers are leveling up the inspection, especially since they reveal the hidden flaws. There are also emissions testing really checking the exhaust fumes and not just checking the OBD data. I also missed that there weren't any test drive done.
The calipers are made by Knorr, a german company. On european trucks brake components are usually either WABCO or Knorr. There's a little pin on the caliper you can measure to check pad thickness, you can also check pad thickness with SDP3/SWS since there are wear sensors on all calipers. In the 5 series trucks you used to be able to check pad thickness through the ICL. "1. With new brake linings, the wear indicator protrudes approx. 20 mm 2. If they are 50% worn, the wear indicator protrudes approx. 10 mm 3. With fully worn brake linings, the wear indicator does not protrude" mvh mechanic scania r&d
When you check the wear on the brakes in the ICL it will show you a percentage. The percentage is for both brakepads and discs/rotors combined. If the discs/rotors are worn then the brakepads are in better condition than one can assume (Maybe the discs/rotors is below spec and have to be replaced). Thats why one have to inspect visually if the percentage is below 30%. If I remember correctly the ICL will alert if it's under 25%.
Bruce. One thing you Might not have conveyed properly. In Europe the Trucks RELEASE brakes By pumping air into them to Pull in the brake shoes. Yo DO NOT need any system to brake for you. If you lose air in the system the Parking brake will automatically LOCK UP. Thats why ALL euro spec truck now have Auxiliary air tank valves because if your engine dies, you cant TOW an Euro truck because you can't release the brakes. And you cant just pump some air and release them and move on, you need to constantly have enough air in the system to Keep it released. It's a safety feature to not allow Heavy vehicles keep on Gliding down the road with no brakes. As I understand, the Valve in the US is a switch. And if the Air pressure drops the Valve will actuate the brakes by popping out and using the remaining air to Lock up the brakes. Thats why you depend on the Popout valve to function properly. In the Euro spec truck If the AIR drops Below some Air pressure The SPRINGS that Keep the Brakes Engaged will Overcome the Air valve and the Brakes will lock mechanically. So it's the opposite, on EU trucks there is No way for the brakes to Not work unless the brakes fall off the trucks, or you lose all springs that are Trying to Brake at all times. Air in Euro spec trucks Fights the springs that want to Brake. SO even if all of your SCANIA systems and warning fail, the truck will break when it loses enough air because the Springs will overcome the Air pressure Trying to release the brakes. When you Press the brake on a US truck, you send Air pressure to the Brakes to ENGAGE the brakes. When you press the Brake pedal on the Euro truck you RELEASE the air FROM the air system that keeps the brakes OFF. This ua-cam.com/video/SodkOh7RAME/v-deo.html
pretty sure us and eu both use spring brakes for parking brake. Parking brake gets released by air. Service brake (the one you use with the pedal) uses air to apply brakes. Safety valve is required so you can't leave the truck with parking brake released and out of air, as that could result in the truck building pressure and releasing spring brakes with no one being in control of it. Scania probably uses electronics for this on the new trucks. older ones had a button below the lever that pops out when air pressure is low and won't stay in without proper air pressure. Not that familiar with us truck, but the parking brake valve on them probably works like the protection valve on scania.
> Yo DO NOT need any system to brake for you. If you lose air in the system the Parking brake will automatically LOCK UP. Thats why ALL euro spec truck now have Auxiliary air tank valves because if your engine dies, you cant TOW an Euro truck because you can't release the brakes. And you cant just pump some air and release them and move on, you need to constantly have enough air in the system to Keep it released. When towing an Euro truck, you feed air from an auxiliary air line to keep the brakes released without the engine of the towed vehicle running.
From the sixties until the new abs system the US trucks-all had spring loaded brakes . It took air to release, about 60 psi. You could use a special bolt to pull the brakes off to tow.
Fuck the safety features man. I need the truck to go, and fast. Load's gotta be there quick. #hammerdown shout out to all my real US truckers out there ❤
I was a US Army mechanic in Germany in 86-90. We had one of those brake dyno units. Much better than running the tractor across the yard and jumping on the brakes to see if you could lock all the axles up!😅 Those Euro spec tractors and trailers I saw back then weren’t designed to do the over the road stuff we see in the western US, they had a limited top speed, and smaller load ratings, but for back east, with shorter routes and heavier traffic, I’d bet they are REALLY excellent rigs.
One more thing about the european inspection is that at any time during the inspection, the inspector might get an announcement on screen letting them know that the dmv are on theire way and then the workshop is required to keep the vehicle there until the dmv show up and goes over the vehicle. This is prevent vehicles from getting pushed through without checking it and so that the workshop cant note missfaults just to get more work. If they do they get hefty fines and risk loosing theire inspection privileges, which they are required to have, to be allowed to work on vehicles not owned by them selves. At least that is how it is in Norway
In Denmark as of today all approving station is required to have camera taking pictures of the cars and trucks passing through. There has been some cheating going on, so that is in order to stop it.
I’m European and we have mandatory inspection, 4 year after first registration and every 2 year afterwards. Truck inspection is also mandatory. Although the process is stringent, wish we had a little bit more leniency and ability to customize. In my country you can’t swap legally and engine for a bigger one. You can but if you wreck yourself or injure/kill a third party your insurance will bail on you. You can put the same engine from a salvaged car. But swapping for something differ than what the manufacturer put in first place is huge liability. Also no way to put up a project car made from different models to some extent (no engine changes, safety organs etc) unless you build a whole line up and have it tested for car crash etc. 😅😅😅
I think it is important to know that on European trailers, the parking brake is on the trailer. When the truck looses air, the trailer brake will apply. You have to physically build up air, then get out to release the parking brake on the trailer. So the system is the same, but the valve button is set on the trailer.
if the trailer is connected to the truck and you apply the parking brake, it will only apply it to the truck and the trailer will have the service brake applied. this is the reason why the "older" trucks with a parking brake lever have an inspection setting. if you use that inspection setting (usually by pressing down on the lever and pulling it further down) the parking brake on the truck will be applied and the service brake will be released. i dont know how to do this with the electric parking brake but it should have the same function. this is to check if the whole combination can be held in place in case the trailer looses air. to apply the parking brake on the trailer you have to get out and do it manually.
Yeah unless you have an old Renault premium they have the trailer brake button at the side of the gearstick it was handy when I was on containers having to shrink and stretch.
@@uselessbanana8010 pulling the parking break " Red Handle " on the trailer (Semi, Turntable or short coupling system usually configured as a tandem axle) great way to inform a driver of immediate issues
@@marcmo7138 Glad to hear, I wish that were the norm but I suspect it's not in almost any country. I'm based in Sweden and we have checks, but never have I had to have the belt itself replaced (the fastener I have had replaced once, though). Swedish inspections are, I think, slightly less strict than TYV in Germany, but compared to the states is alot more strict. I think it's a balance, like obviously optimal would be checking literally everything on every vehicle, but at some point it becomes to big of a burden or cost relative to the safety it could possibly provide. Like we could check the paint for flaking, a flake could in some freak accident I'm sure, but checking for it would be insane obviously.
I’m a uk trucker and wanted to leave a smug comment. But Thankyou both, for making this video and letting me see how it’s done where you are. Happy new year to you both from Scotland.
What a refreshing comment considering the rest of the smug comments from your brethren. All I see from Euro drivers comments here is how much better you guys do everything and how much better your shit is compared to ours. Now you know why the USA was formed. lol. Chill the fuck out. We all put our boots on the same way. Keep on trucking.
Funny how the Fog lights (Front and Rear) are left out of the Light check Because over here in Germany all Lights on the unit will be looked over at any check up. Our Trucks get pulled out for Inspection twice yearly, 1 is TÜV the other is a check up focused primarily on the Break-system. Other issue that have been reported will be look at while the truck/Trailer is at the shop
Just shows the advancement the trucking system overseas has come, safety is a high priority, makes it a great truck to have for the drivers. As for the inspection, i can see why the process is harder then for 4-wheelers, bigger vehicles with bigger loads. Kudos to that man for explaining it all.
About humidity in the air brake system. There is a cassette with crystals to absorb humidity in the air filter. Also , especially in Finland wintertime due to -20c degrees , they release the tank "nipples" 4 times a day ( 2 shifts , 2 drivers, 2 mechanics or vehicle managers , just before start driving.)
We are supposed to do that here in the States if we are parking for a long time so that water doesnt accumulate in the tanks. But since most truckers in the States leave the trucks on to Idle an what not, I dont think it hardly ever gets done.
I'm happy to see there is some kind of inspection for vehicles in the US. Here in Belgium we have to have all vehicles that drive on public roads have an annual inspection. So with the brake test bruce spoke about and suspenion check with vibrating plates and the ones that move side to side and back and forth. Make sure the lights can not blind oncoming traffic. These tests are also required when you sell a vehicle (needs to be done by the seller) So vehicles with frame damage etc are not allowed on the road anymore untill professionally repaired.
Is this test only for Belgian trucks or also for foreign trucks on Belgian roads? Because a lot of Eastern European and Turkish trucks loose or miss parts driving on Dutch roads. I can’t imagine they pass EU tests. As last remark, I can’t let the opportunity go to waste here, I for sure can imagine the suspension needs a test in Belgium 😂. Sorry, but you asked for it.
@@RealConstructor Yeah our roads are a permanent suspension test ;) Vehicles registred here need the test. But forreign trucks get pulled over at random to scales to check if they are overloaded if everything is ok. I live close to one of those roadside scales for trucks and like once a week I see them pull over almost 25% of the trucks passing there.
Yeah for all the talk the euro guys talk those rigs don't meet US emissions which is why they are more powerful. Scania is also Volkswagen owned.............what is Volkswagen known for now?
@@greyfox78569 They're cleaner than US trucks, Bubba. Also there were quite a few US manufacturers that got caught cheating as well, it wasn't just VW. In fact it was everyone using Bosch ECU's, also stuff like Harley Davidson were found to be cheating massively.
And in Finland 🇫🇮we have those inspections for cars too. First time inspection have to do before car is four years old, then every other year until car is ten years old, after that it have to inspect annually 😄 On trucks it's have to done annually.
And lets not forget, all those things are done in specific locations under surveillance camera so you cant bribe and etc. (at least in Estonia its like that Edit: And usually you cant be even in the same room where inspection is carried out.
And the trucks and trailers have insanely indepth brake checks to see if the brake forces are in balance and good. You can imagine how nice that is with a 4 axle truck and a 5 axle trailer.
In Austria too, but for cars its 3 years after purchase, then 2, then annually. For trucks, semis and vehicles like the Transit Custom vans, which get usually registered as commercial vehicles due to the fact, that there are usually only side mirrors and a solid wall to separate cargo space and passenger/driver space, its annually right from brand new.
Where I live it’s done from when the car is new every single year. Every single thing has to be working as it came from factory. No oil leaks, good tires, no rust including body, etc. it’s all just a money grab. They scam the ignorant for unnecessary repairs and pass everyone else.
Crazy loose standards. In the UK any car (never mind truck!) that’s over 3 years old has to have an annual road safety check before it’s allowed back on the road!
Every state is different in the US, some have very strict emissions test (west Coast) , I'm in Missouri and you have to have your vehicle inspected before you can reregister it for new plates but they don't check emissions.
@ They used to not allow vehicles without Cali emissions certifications in the state. If you moved there they made you sell or modify what you drove. Not sure about now though. I used to live in Oregon.
...in a bad way. This is it's unbelievable that some dude will come over and inspect your truck in your own garage with DIY tools. AND its legit DOT inspection???? like what
13:20 i used to do a few thing (including QA) at a EU truck manufacture and this sounds wild to me.. Every station gets checked and and verified. It happens but not that much. Especially major safety issues. This check is wild to see, this seems more of a Monday morning pre drive inspection.
I really enjoy the neutral analysis your guys do. You point good and bad things both on the scania and other trucks, you really seems interested by improving stuff, this is nice.
Inspections here in Europe for cars and trucks are quite rigid - Even spots of rust can fail it. My Audi has superficial rust on a lower wishbone - REPLACE IT. I took the original part to a breakers yard - sand blasted - painted - back on - passed. 20 bucks to repair. Truck trailers also need inspection - Brakes tires etc. That is a good thing as many times they dont maintain the shoes etc Mike is a great guy - genuine and not not looking to fail you to make a quick buck
You can also check the brake-wear in the ICL (Instrument cluster). The percentage shows 100% (new) to 0%. The percentage shows brakepads and disks/rotors combined. If the disks/rotors are worn (and within the specs) and you change the brakepads it will not show 100%. If you use the retarder as much as possible you will not have to change pads as often. On the older Scanias that you have the calipers maybe only have one gaiter/caliper which can make it rust and cause brakes to wear out (in that case you should use the brakes more often).
It's crazy that you guys don't have regular inspections, I the uk we have inspections every 6 weeks, it is a legal requirement in any vehicle used as a commercial vehicle, every single nut and bolt is checked
Yep. It can be stretched out to 12 weeks Its called a peroliodic maintainance inspection.(PMI) and road tankera have to have a tank test every 6 months.@erik....
You get put on vosa list if you keep pushing it to 12 weeks so you get pulled, any illegal modifications that you have disabled (like exhaust noise maker) you get pulled at nearly every vosa station just to make sure you haven't made it illegal again or pervious defects have been repaired (you be fined each time)
a somewhat low hanging fruit would be to check the light angles like we do it in europe (or at least germany). I woudn't be suprised if glaring lights of oncommig cars and trucks would be a common problem if that is not checked.
Speaking of cameras on commercial vehicles. They are quite common in the UK on fleet vehicles from 3.5 tonne delivery vans right up to full articulated trucks. Some insurance companies insist on them and offer lower rates when they are fitted along with trackers that monitor vehicle location and driver performance.
Bruce, just wanted to say how impressed I have been with you taking Scania to the USA. I drove them in the UK and I have driven most models, except the mighty V8! And I am a big, big fan, retired from driving now, but miss driving Scanias! I look forward to watching your UA-cam videos with interest and I really admire your enthusiasm for the Swedish brand, I’m sure your channel will go from strength to strength!
well it was a very interesting video for me, I have a degree as a car technician, I worked in a car dealership, I have done a lot of technical inspections on cars, it is unbelievable and incomprehensible to me how backward the US technical inspection methods are. And the fact that cars don't even have a mandatory roadworthiness test periodically... great video, Bruce, Boldog Újévet(Happy New Year) from Budapest :D
Great to see how the checks are done in the US but I'm stunned its not carried out at an official facility! I'm so glad more thorough official checks are done in the EU and the UK.
😂😂 I am from Portugal, living in Canada and I am so glad that the inspections are so much more relaxed than back in Europe! I guess We are all different :')))
Coming from Sweden, watching this inspection and knowing cars aren't forced to do annual inspections, I would feel a lot less safe on American roads. Just the standard MOT test in Sweden/EU is much more specialized than this with special garages that can test your brakes, exhaust etc.
Yeah the feds make a big deal out of inspecting commercial vehicles, but non-commercial vehicles are basically left to the states. Some states require annual vehicle inspections (Hawaii, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont, and Virginia), most don't, and reciprocity pretty much guarantees your vehicle is road-legal without inspection even if driving in a state that requires them (so you wouldn't need to have a vehicle registered in, say, Idaho, inspected when crossing into a state that otherwise requires annual vehicle inspections).
Dude, the main reason our roads are safer is that you can't drive here from Florida... Until Florida learns to drive, better inspections aren't going to do much!
The auto handbrake feature is king when running these trucks as garbage trucks.. pop neutral. And open the door. The brakes are set. And you are ready to work..go back in. Set it in gear again. And the brakes releases. But guess its because it was send to the US.. but surprised to was delivered without the front mirror
The brakes testing rollers in Europe also look at braking imbalance on the same axle. If you have say 87% on the right and 88% on the left, you're good. If the imbalance is above a certain threshold than that's a fail.
In Sweden it's allowed if the difference is below 30%. When you have drumbrakes it is very common with differences between 5 and 20%. If you have more than 10-15% difference on discbrakes I would recommend to take apart for closer inspection.
Based on this DoT inspection how can US not allow Scania, Volvo, Merc et al to not sell the trucks in US?? They are from an advanced Galaxy far, far away.
Bruce said on a different video where he compares the 2 basic types, that the Scania had more cubic inches of cab space than the Peter Built.He actually said "i know some people are not gonna like this but it it what it is"
You mean the oversized pick up truck? If I wanted to drive that I would wear sandals and short pants along with a man's purse. This isn't a real truckers machine.
@shavdonn funny.. but the reality is that these oversized trucks of your can Haul heavier stuff faster that the holy Peterbilt or any other US brand can dream of.
Wow ... thanks Michael for some insight into US type inspections ... You would be interested to see how inspections are done here in the UK (much more stringent) with every bolt viewed or checked for tightness (usually by tapping with a hammer) ... wheel nut covers removed for tightness check ... oil leaks ... air leaks ... black exhaust smoke (and many other variances including restricted view through windscreen (clutter etc) and sometimes fuel checked to make sure correct taxes have been paid (farmers/construction machinery etc can use cheaper fuel which has a dye in it - not allowed for general road use) .... Many thanks to Bruce for heading this adventure .... he is seeing first hand how different European vehicles are and I am enjoying the journey also ........ Kind regards from England.
Before electronic parking brakes we had a virtually identical pop out valve here in Europe. Volvo got them first, I believe, but don't quote me on that it's just a guess. Volvo is almost always the first ones to come up with safety features before they become mandatory.
Having lived in Europe, their standards are quite high and sometimes to the point of ridiculous I thought in those days however, I now understand why. When I came to America and saw some of the "clunkers" driving on the roads here in The West, I just could not believe that it was "allowed" to be on the road but, then again, fast forward decades to almost 2025, American trucks are also becoming a lot safer than they were before which is a good thing if you look at how some of the non-sixteen wheeler cars are like a bunch of nets zooming around them like it's nothing. I have the utmost respect for truck drivers and not of the services they provide to each and every American but also for the daily craziness they have to put up with.
Doesn't matter where you are in the world, when physics happens momentum is king. If you play bumper cars with a semi and your car weighs 4,000 lbs, and the semi 80,000 lbs, you're going to lose. Hard.
That guy mike is a no bs around the corner guy, tells it how it is, trucks need to be safe all around, good guy for sure, knows the trucks for sure, thanks for sharing
Congratulations for passing the DOT inspection! But, let's be honest... anyone here, who expected another result? Happy new year!
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The brake system in Scania and in Europe is getting loose if you apply air and if you lose pressure then it will hold on that axle which is equipped with this kind of brake air cylinder, we call in Hungary vesting type
It's interesting to see how truck inspections are done in other countries. Here in New Zealand trucks are required to do COF (Certificate Of Fitness) inspections usually every 6 months, though the time period can be shorten to as little as every 3 months or extended to as much as every 12 months. No additional inspections are required in between each COF inspection, however the truck must be able to pass any potential roadside inspections carried out by police during that time. COF inspections are mostly conducted at the same testing stations regular cars go to for WOF (Warrant Of Fitness) inspections. COF inspections typically take 1-2 hours long to complete, the test covers these areas of the truck: tire condition, brake condition, structural condition (rust isn't allowed in certain areas), trailer connector/5th wheel assembly, light bulbs, windshield, windshield washers & wipers, doors, seat belts, airbags (if fitted), speedometer, steering & suspension, exhaust system (no leaks), fuel system (also no leaks).
No disrespect to the examiner, but it was one hell of an old antiqued inspection and process. No way as thorough as a UK test with proper rolling road brake testing. Tach downloads or sway bar & bushings, etc. It shows how outdated junk old looking American trucks are. Kudos to you, Bruce, for playing outside of the box and sharing your passion for European modern-day trucks
Yep, an actual brake test each wheel % strength force to pass , and they have a tool to force check many movable parts that is stronger to se a loose part than a bare hand can move. An actual nox test every time. And other things that they do check The entire test is 3-4 times longer. And always inside a government checkpoint or in a workshop who has a certificate to do the testing on behalf of the government. With all that equipment they must have to do the test.
Great video. I remember growing up in South America as a Swede and seeing Volvos and Scanias everywhere. Good to see one in the U.S. let's hope they start importing. American truckers deserve a good ride.
Hi!! I have followed your journey from the beginning and it has been awesome to follow. My daughter drives a 2022 Scania 580 R, no more is needed for the purpose she drives. She drives wood chips in the winter and asphalt in the summer. She recommends turning off the "Emerging brake" in the winter as it is dangerous to drive with it in the winter. A tip is that you polish the truck and apply a good ceramic paint protection. I have applied Angelwax Nebula Graphene which is a 5 year protection. I work with it professionally. It has made it much easier when it comes to keeping the truck clean especially with our winters in Sweden. Couldnt attached is a picture of my daughter's truck, same colour as yours. 🥰 Keep up the good work an Happy New Year. Best Regards Anders
The fact that there is no measured brake efficiency test (using rollers) is insane. In the UK even cars have to have roller or G-force brake tests. Because even though they may visibly look ok and measure good, doesn't always mean they will actually work well out on the road. I guess this is why we see so many dash cam vids of in the USA where vehicles seem to have huge stopping distances. And I'm like I swear a UK truck with 80,000lbs could stop better than that.
Bruce shoud do a brake comparison between his Pete and the Scania. Hook up to a loaded trailer a then see which truck stops in the shortest distance. It would be pretty interresting to see the difference in braking lenghts.
@@lbernau To be give a real EURO vs US Comparison, Bruce should also use Euro specification trailers too: Krone and Schmitz Cargobulls are the ones I see most frequently when driving through Uk/France/Spain.
0:33 a little bit? Inspections in the US are a joke compared to Europe. I lived in Texas for a while and inspection was lights, horn, wipers and tires. Meanwhile I had blown out inner tires (dually) and both balljoints where about to pop out.....😂
@@WieDrDerJonge yea that the thing, someone knows a guy and thats what causes accidents when people and foreigners come here and buy the cheapest most run down trucks and haul ass all over.
I am from the Netherlands seeing this kind of truck on a daily base haha. But never have i ever seen a mobile 4 collum lift for trucks what an awesome piece of equipment. Makes either working it or doing inspections a lot more healthy for the person thats working on it. Wanna become an international truck driver my self.
Just mid-October I started as a Box Truck Body Shop Tech, so I'm quickly becoming familiar with a lot of the safety technology in big trucks. It's crazy the things that will keep the truck from moving.
That inspection is what we in Europe call tire kicking.
They just check to make sure it has the mandatory confederate flag on the truck in USA.
I do a "DOT" inspection then 5x a week 😅 the Americans really are behind the curve aren't they
Looks ridiculous, somehow amateurish , that is what a truck driver is required by law every day in Europe. The US really shows its the leading country of the world in every way. They would probably complain all those checks you have in Europe are to socialist leftist communist 😂😂
If you're in Europe it's TYRE. Only yanks call it tire.
Well in Europe itäs pretty much the same, but for example like Bruce said in Finland the brake dyno + "shaking test" are mandatory on top of the visual inspection.
I'm dutch, but also a truck driver in the US.
I've been driving for 22 years.
This trooper/inspector did exactly what he was supposed to do.
Thats how he was trained.
You can't expect someone to inspect a truck to a different standard that's not required.
I didn't expect that, i was just saying it looks quite an easy test compared to what we have to do here in the UK, If it works over there that's fine, maybe ours is over the top, it's just so strict here. I guess it's similar in Holland too
@@grahamtowers5513 yep the "standards" in America are absolutely laughable compared to the UK for sure
What has you being Dutch to do with anything? You probably dont even speak Dutch anymore. These inspections are a joke and nothing compared too European inspections. 0% of all new amarican trucks would pass a European inspection. 100% of all European trucks would pass with flying color with the DOT test
@@larsmeijerink5471you may be right about the inspections comparison, I don’t know enough to judge. But you have most probably never met the Dutch guy you’re judging on his language knowledge. It’s not relevant to his comment. No need to focus on that.
@Frisian-eh2wm thank you for making my point🥰
What a fair and nice gentleman he seems to be, i'm sure he will get business from people around your area!
Being from Norway, these videos are very interesting to watch as they highlight the difference in US/Northern Europe trucking. The last video where it was compared to the Peterbuilt and the video with the US cabover from 2005 featuring tech from the '80s was the most eye-opening for me. I have always been under the impression that the regular non-cabover style (I clearly know what they're called, shutup) kind of haulers were super luxerious and advanced because well, the first country one thinks of when discussing hauling heavy stuff for long distances is USA. The way they just spray paint over already installed parts is astonishing to me. I was also under the impression that the Scanias we have here would be tiny in comparison because of how much smaller the roads and vehicles are here.
What this series shows is how advanced European trucking is in both the product and the regulations. I know there are some Kenworth/Peterbilt trucks in UK and Europe but how do they pass the Regs and why would you import an obsolete spec truck into Europe? They don't even offer more power than the best Eurotrucks. What an eyeopener!
So a lot of it is market. Europe is a lot more into technology than many people in the U.S. all that tech often is viewed as problems to later fail as they often cause otherwise perfectly fine vehicles to become inoperable. Design wise you can’t knock people for liking a specific style, I mean I like cab overs as much as the next guy but nothing will beat the styling of a classic truck here for me.
@@sterlingodeaghaidh5086 Good point. And yeah, there is without a doubt something romantic about the classic US trucks and how they look. Even the US cabover that was featured in a few videos ago just have something special to their looks that trigger happy emotions.
@@sterlingodeaghaidh5086exactly. I won’t even buy a car with an automatic transmission.
@@sterlingodeaghaidh5086 Most of the technology in European vehicles is mandated by the regulations and after that the customer gets used to it and demands more. If you don't provide the technology, which is generally driven by safety and operating costs then you have a clientele that expects less. Look at the way everyone must have the latest cell phone tech or Apple product. Agreed there is a fear of reliability with electronics but electronics can be made reliable otherwise the military would not have taken to it so readily.
In terms of the style of the truck then like Volvo already do, a Semi- tractor unit could be easily made for the American market but then you have to ask the question why? What advantage does the semi have over the cab-over or are we in the realms of 'I like what I know' I think that Brian has already won over some US truckers who want more than they are currently offered.
The fact that Michael doesn't charge extra for failed inspection that has been repaired gets huge respect from me! That's a clear sign that failed inspection is about safety, not about making extra money.
In New Zealand if you fail your initial inspection, you have 28 days to reinspect for free
@@thfmlymn4498 Same in the UK, Believe its 10 days tho
same in NC for regular vehicles
10 Working days but you're not wrong.
@@uzziel5085 28 days for cars, vans and motorbikes but not sure if its the same on trucks.
I bet 50% of cars on the roads in the US wouldn't pass a UK MOT. Although I'm always surprised my other half's 06 Nissan Micra passes each year.
Will the DOT meet Scania standards?
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It sure does but that's only level 1 test from DOT
New scania,very advanced,infact more advanced than an american DOT check.
doubt it
@steakandkidney3142 Great question, especially when you consider road traffic deaths in the USA per 100,000 is 13.4, whereas the Sweden (where the Scania is made) is 2.5 deaths per 100,000, it's also worth noting ice and snow are common in Sweden during the winter months.
I'm Dutch, don't drive trucks. The condescending comments from some Europeans here are quite rude. Bruce has a good heart, wants to celebrate trucking in general from different perspectives and runs a great channel which I thoroughly enjoy. I believe he's also quite successful business wise. Yeah he may make some mistakes or take a different approach like we all do. No reason to act like a moron if you disagree with him. His channel, his business, his passion.
Happy New Year everyone.
Lately, there have been nothing but condescending comments coming from the European viewers on here about anything to do with American trucks, American truck drivers and the like. Honestly, I'm growing tired of it.
I agree, a lot of negative and condescending comments.
The simple fact is that the USA has a dreadful recent record on road safety. For good or bad, the USA is not keen on tight regulation. Many US states have no form of car inspection at all, and those that do often confine it to emissions testing, and then sometimes in just some areas.
It's maybe symptomatic of libertarian attitudes, and things like gun control. It's simply not something that should be ignored. There is a penalty to be paid for this sort of attitude. We don't stand for it in air safety (or at least shouldn't - the 737 Max issue shows what happens when you get regulatory capture).
This is a valid issue for debate, and we may see more of the effects of de-regulation in Trump's second term with some powerful individuals being given a strong remit to cut controls even further.
The irony is that the USA was once at the forefront of improving car safety. It was in the USA that crash tests were first introduced and, famously, Ralph Nader published "Unsafe at Any Speed" at a time when US and European road safety records were about equal, and the latter often worse.
@@TheEulerID please don’t mention GC here, I’d rather not see this turn overly political.
Ya we are rather lax, but honestly I’m glad, with a lack of robust public transit vehicles are needed and if safety was German levels of strict our economy would fail immediately because people couldn’t afford a car.
Thats the downside of the necessity that is safety, it’s expensive.
@TheEulerID Simple fact is that some people just can't behave themselves towards the person that runs this channel and providing us with fun and meaningful content for free.
The button under the parking brake is the automatic parking brake and hill hold button. When you press it, a green light will come on. Every time you come to a complete stop, the parking brake will set and automatically release when you pull away again.
It's not a parking brake. It holds on the footbrake.
@@cjmillsnun Same same.. It prevents the truck from rolling backwards when starting on a hill automatically.. Something you would use the handbrake for normally..
We have to come to term with the fact that he will not read the manual, and will instead tell the wrong thing to everyone he shows the truck.
He's a proper man then. I'm not anymore, I had to look at an instruction manual last week.
“Automatic parking brake and hill hold” 😂 that’s ridiculous.
Poor ol Mike, He looked round that Scania's cab like he'd been beamed up into an alien spaceship😊
😂😂😂😂😂😂
Bahhahahaha
😅😅😅
😂😂😂 damn alien truck hot damnnnn
31:40 you don't need to be stopped. You can lift and lower 3rd axle while driving. Comparing this DOT inspection to our local ones in Finland, biggest difference is that here it is mandatory to check brake forces for every axle on brake dynamometer on every inspection, both main brake and parking brake (edit: oh, you explained this later on the video. Brake problems are actually quite common reasons also to fail inspection, especially on trailers that also require this inspection annually).
Nostaa kyllä kestää mutta laskea ei... Siellähän on kynsikytkin joka kytkee vedon, samalla lailla kun sisussa, tekkee aika lailla vahinkoa kun täyessä vauhissa kytkee päälle kun toinen akseli on täysin pysähyksissä. Ja jos ovat kaanialla osanneet ohjelmoida niin että kytkee vasta kun on alhaalla niin ei renkaatkaan kyllä oikein arvosta kun puottaa alas täyessä vauhissa. Ja helposti saa kyllä kynsikytkimen tuhottua silti vaikka kytkeytyis vasta kun on akseli alhaalla, sutia jos kerkeää lyyä liukkaalla niin pyörii etuperä nopeammin kun takaperä niin rutina kuuluu perästä
@@sauliaalto, ihan niinkun tasauspyörästön lukkoakaan ei saa kytkeä jos sutii.
Tuon auton pitäisi osata katsoa ABS:n pyörintänopeuksista, että vedon voi kytkeä.
@@KoiranenAerospace ideaali tilanteessahan se toimii näin, mutta jos on esim TC pois päältä niin ei alakkaan rajoittaan vetoa niin uskon että tuo akselin nosto/lasku on estetty ohjelmalla kokonaan vauhissa. En oo vielä tuommosella teliveolla ajanu niin ole sata varma mutta uskosin näin kun liikaa mahollisia muuttujia niin helpommalla selviää takuu asioissa ainakin tuolla konstilla 😀
Lowering the 3’rd axle is never a problem when driving. However, raising it could damage the plastic top cover
@@sauliaalto En nyt varmaks muista mutta saattopa olla ihan scanian mainosvideolla kun noi katkeevat telivedot tuli että voi myös vauhdissa laskea
For the first time making a video he did great... was very clear and i gotta say well done.
So your road inspections are pretty much a proffesional "tire kicker" going over the truck.
I think that our inspections were like this in 50's :D
Depends on where you are doing them. Up here in the Northeast, a certified DOT officer does the DOT inspections.
@@FrankRobertsJr what do the inspectors there do? All DOT certified inspectors are trained to the same North American standard for commercial vehicle inspections.
@@Kevin---kx3jy They are DOT police officers.
@@FrankRobertsJr so was the guy in this video before he retired. That’s also what I’ve done for a living since 2001.
All “commercial compliance” State and Federal law enforcement officers in the US get the same CVSA training to do these DOT inspections, but we also inspect the driver for proper licensing, hours or service, etc and the operating authority of the company.
Some mechanics shops offer inspections to comply with requirements some states have for annual inspections, but that inspection is limited to the mechanical components of the truck.
I have been involved with Approved Testing Facilities (ATF) for MoTs on trucks and buses for the last 25 years and in UK we also have shaker plates to determine worn steering components and wheel bearings as well as brake test rollers that check the efficiency of the brakes and the brake balance on both the tractor units and trailers, which have to be tested with certified test loads. The other things not mentioned are the headlamp beam tester to check the alignment and the emissions tester. Vehicles can only be tested at an ATF or a DoT (VOSA) test centre, which must be done annually. Where the ATF is at a truck or a bus depot a VOSA inspector carries out the testing on an appointment basis. If the fleet of trucks or buses pass with a 95% pass rate then the facilities own authorised mechanic can carry out the testing thereafter, although VOSA can and will make spot inspections to ensure standards are maintained. It is in the interest of the operator to attempt to get 100% pass rate to both retain their approved status and have a verified standard for the fleet that will stand public scrutiny.
Also from the UK. Thank you for the detailed info, as I wasnt aware on how any of it works as I dont drive them. I love the look of the Scania's we have in the UK though.
This US "inspection" is frankly terrifying.
@@kristoffer3000 Agreed, I am amazed that they don't routinely test brake efficiency. The suspension/steering testing is no better than a cursory check it doesn't get close to rigorous testing that would discover faults hidden simply because of the weight of the components.
@@clivewilliams3661 Here in New Zealand trucks are required to do COF (Certificate Of Fitness) inspections usually every 6 months, though the time period can be shorten to as little as every 3 months or extended to as much as every 12 months. No additional inspections are required in between each COF inspection, however the truck must be able to pass any potential roadside inspections carried out by police during that time.
COF inspections can be conducted at the same testing stations regular cars go to for WOF (Warrant Of Fitness) inspections. COF inspections typically take 1-2 hours long to complete, the test covers these areas of the truck: tire condition, brake condition, structural condition (rust isn't allowed in certain areas), trailer connector/5th wheel assembly, light bulbs, windshield, windshield washers & wipers, doors, seat belts, airbags (if fitted), speedometer, steering & suspension, exhaust system (no leaks), fuel system (also no leaks).
@@dallasfrost1996 It seems that truck inspections are generally the same the world over. All vehicles, but mostly trucks, and buses can have an impromptu inspection by VOSA that can also incorporated a weighbridge inspection that truckers dread because any infringement will result in cessation of the trip, which can seriously affect business.
Whilst it may be possible to test all vehicles in one facility this rarely happens because different technical standards apply for each test arrangement. generally for trucks and buses an inspection pit is required whereas for a van or car a 3 ton 4-post lift is preferred and for 3-wheelers a flat bay is necessary.
As a kid from Serbia I always loved American trucks. But European trucks, such as Scania and Volvo, are one of the safest in the world. I remember, my neighbor had a Saab 9-5 (Saab and Scania were one company at some point) it had ignition key near gear shifter. And you couldn't get the key out after turning off engine if you didn't put it in the gear. Sweden is the pioneer of safety.
Yep, gotta put it in reverse. I once lent my car to a friend who had never driven a Saab before (which was weird since we're both swedish), he called me and frantically wondered how to get the key out.
When you crash into the trailer in front, you will find out that it is better to do it on an American truck.
@@Дмитрий-й1з6э If you crash into a trailer, the damage is on the trailer, not on the truck crashing. A trailer is basicly a plywood box on wheels.
, When you crash into a trailer at Scania, you will be cut out of the cab by rescuers. In an American truck, you will get off on your own.
@@Дмитрий-й1з6эonce you have removed the steering axle from your chest you are good to go.
40:20 The brake dyno is used to test your brakes work and what is very important in slippery conditions, the brake balance between left and right, and front and back.
Also for not having dragging brakes.
Brake difference per axle (left and right) and total brake power taking into account the weight of the truck, the result is in %
Most of em here don’t even know what a brake tester is they think it’s jamming em on in front of someone
This inspection Is like 100years a go. Hi from FINLAND 🇫🇮🇫🇮🇫🇮🇪🇺🇪🇺🇪🇺
Oh YES, if you can do a "inspection" on/by a truckstop parking than.......Oh boy,...
That Scania probably exceeds every single current US DOT requirement. 😆
most american truckers would love no inspections
Was this an official test? So differend then here in Europ. But he is an honest and down-to-earth man. I like that.
Yeah in Europe inspection are very different, more things to check here not only 2 or 3 things like in the US xD
@@KlutchBelgiumKeep them in Europe
Swede here, we have the shaker and brake resistance dyno test for normal cars as well and it’s mandatory to check them up once each year 🙏
Plus in Europe we have special devices that will be placed in front of headlights to see if they are well adjusted and not blinding with low beams. Well at least as much as I have seen then they are used on cars and on busses for main headlights. Probably not used on auxiliary ones.
Even so in 'third world' Costa Rica.
Yep, Same here in Belgium... All ok, green inspection card. Not ok, red card and no more driving...
The maximum speed for trucks is 90kmh (56mph) here in the EU as well...
As far as I know you don’t do dyno tests on heavy trucks during the mandatory inspection in Sweden, it’s just for cars.
the button under the handbrake is for hill hold, that is, you just press the brake pedal and it holds the brake automatically until you press the gas pedal. it only works when you are wearing the seat belt. and the handbrake applies automatically when you open the door or take off your seat belt below a certain speed
Fyi, if you want to check the cluster lights, gauges and warning sound, there’s a function available if you navigate to the ”spanner” section in the cluster display.
It tells you what lights and how many is supposed to light up.
Same with gauges, during the test it tells you what value the gauges should show.
Really helpful for us Scania Technicians
A great southern gentalman there. Thank you for your service in law enforcement, and keeping our roads safe.
20:58 dude, please read the manual. The button below is for hill hold. Seat belt and open door is independent from that.
He hasn't shit much so hasn't had time 2 read it I've said a few times he should read the manual learn wot some off the features r
If it was a pop up book with lights and some Crome he'd have it read lol
For this, he has to eat more Burritos, to keep him on the toilet longer. 😂
😂😂@@ConstantinVictor66
@@catxx5480omg u got me laughing so hard 😂
Love this man, the good way of doing business with awesome southern charm. Salutations from the Northern kingdom of Sweden.
American DOT inspector/trooper/former truck driver here. Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) inspections are intended to ensure critical safety components are in compliance with regulations. In my 24 years of experience, I have seen VERY few collisions that were actually caused by a true mechanical failure. Most collisions are caused by driver error.
Don’t be coming around here with facts and logic. We want emotional and fear based decisions only please.
@@blueoval250 😅😅
most collision are caused by 1. aggresive angry commercial drivers who are entitled, 2. 90% of accidents are caused by absolutely moronic automobile drivers. Typically at merge points.
Kevin, dear inspector/trooper, most of the "europe people" reactions are based on the poor way the USA regulations concerning the safety for Commercial vehicles are. If you compare that to Europe safety regulations than yes, sorry but your system is 40 years behind. And if you don't know what you don't know than you think the way you do "something" is right, ok? So start educate yourself and be a better person/inspector/trooper. Btw for all have a nice, safe and healthy 2025.
@@vanDeudekom first, thanks for the reply, but it’s not “my system.” Second, I never claimed US standards were superior to European standards. In fact, I think the US could learn some things from European regulations. However, something like a brake dyno or shaker test would be considered excessive by most US based commercial vehicle operators. Helpful, sure, but most likely not an additional expense most companies would want to pay.
The most difficult check to pass in EU is the brake ballance. If brake pressure on one side of the axle is lower by more than 35% - come back when you fix it. And there are 2-3 axels on both truck and trailer
Even if the "brake balance" were 0.35%, this truck wouldn't make it to the US. First, the US truck makers would fight it to bitter end. Second, Scania needs to find a big and important potential customer, and run a business model for them. Say Walmart. Create a short, 3-page presentation proving a very strong financial incentive and put it right in front of their CEO. If it doesn't save more fuel, then work out for them what the insurance savings would (Definitely) be, with the myriad of safety systems the Scania has. That's the only way this truck will make it to the US, not UA-cam videos.
In the uk we have 6 weekly inspections plus a yearly MOT and a yearly service. The 6 weekly inspections are for the truck and the trailer, the trailer also has to go for an MOT as well.
The 6 weekly’s are more thorough than this DOT never mind yearly and MOT’s
That's not quite correct, the PMI standing for Preventative Maintenance Inspection, commonly called a safety inspection, can be anything up to 13 weeks intervals , depending on what's agreed on your Operators licence, this will take into account factors such as annual mileage and type of work, so a newish truck on low mileage and light work could be 13 weeks, but a vehicle carrying full weight and that goes on and off road, such as tippers might be a regularly as every 4 weeks.
Also unlike the annual test, the PMI is not carried out by a Government inspector, its done by your nominated workshop, which could be your company's own workshops.
Also unlike the annual test which just checks the vehicle is roadworthy when presented the PMI is supposed to check for things that'll will wear out before the next inspection, , so a vehicle can in theory pass an annual test, but the PMI will still find things that have to be fixed.
@@medler2110, I used to work for Turners(Soham) and even the new trucks and trailers were on a 6-week PMI, I drove an Actros MP4 2014 and that would go to the dealership every 6 weeks for its PMI as did all the Scanias and DAFs that the company had, only the trailers had their PMI done in-house.
@@davidjames990 Yes that sounds about correct for most haulage companies, the PMI regime is something that is agreed when you apply for your Operator Licence, and there are recommendations set out covering average annual mileage, types of work and age of vehicles in the application process.
So a haulage company like Turners would normally be on 6 weekly according to the recommendations, due to the mileage the vehicles cover, some of their fleet are operated day and night, or at least they were when I was there in 2004, and they do fully freighted work, even if its not every load.
There are many transport operations, often own account where they don't use their trucks to the same extent as a haulage company so can extend the PMI interval in accordance with the guidelines.
The workshops are also specified as part of the O'licence application process, as no doubt Turners Tractor Units are on an R&M package the cost of the PMI's will be covered in that, so they'll go to the main dealers, but trailers are probably bought outright so they do the maintenance themselves.
Provided you inform your area Traffic Commissioners office, you can change the workshop you use and you can use more than one workshop.
The main thing is the PMI's must be done within the agreed schedule and recorded and signed off, so there is an audit trial they can check if they discover problems.
Damn right she passed, safest truck on American roads today and until it has to go
You could import a 30 year old Scania or euro spec Volvo, and it would still be at least on par with brand new US semis
@@Stukov961 depends on the condition of the import, doesn't it...? 🙄 I'd much rather have a brand new US trucks than a 30 year old rustbucket from some EU country. I've seen some real shit coming up here(Norway) from the EU countries.
😂😂😂 wouldn't touch it with a 10 foot pole. Why on earth would I leave my freightliner cascadia for this? If it was a scania 4 series with a manual and a v8? Maybe.. For weekend fun only 😂
Asshole cabover we battled decades to get out of these dam death traps ...😅 im a 3.9 million mile otr driver coast to coast border to border this is a dangerous nightmare of a truck to live in 😅
Secure all your belongings it's time to Jack up the cab to service you cabover 😅
I would love to know why the front mirror would be not allowed. This thing is meant to get rid of that blind spot to start with. Same for the passenger side mirror above the door. Alternatively a corner camera which is insanely handy and even saver.
Much respect for this man and how he tries to handle this inspection business.
The machines you mention at minute 35:10 are available in all the workshops where mandatory inspections are carried out here in Europe, and they are part of the test that all vehicles have to pass, from mopeds and agricultural tractors to trucks, including of course the rest of the vehicles that are between those two categories...
35:30 This is the typical inspection for all cars, not just trucks. Which makes sense, since pushing stuff with your hand, won't apply the forces than the car driving.
The brake dyno will allow you to also see differences between wheels on the same axle, etc and it's required to not exceed a certain percentage.
The plates makes it easier to see play.
And lastly, we also have suspension ones, where it will vibrate the wheels to see dampening capacity, which again, they will check if there are differences between wheels on the same axle.
I use this tool , i use this tool , i use this tool and i will use this tool.....man when this guy would ever show up here in Europe to see how inspections are done over here he is going to think he's on a different planet 😂😂😂
Their DOT is like letting your farmer neighbor do a open heart surgery on you. Is he even automotive engineer?
Yeah it is realy 35/50 years back in time compare to europ. Poor people and they still think they are far superior You know Land of the free and home of the brave, sorry my american friends. Importbans kill your future becourse you take out the competition and so the need to innovate.
Well, I assume that there were some things cut out to shorten the video, but I agree - the brake test rigs and shakers are leveling up the inspection, especially since they reveal the hidden flaws.
There are also emissions testing really checking the exhaust fumes and not just checking the OBD data.
I also missed that there weren't any test drive done.
@@thedangerzone9399 😁🤣
@@thedangerzone9399 Why rag on farmers?
The calipers are made by Knorr, a german company. On european trucks brake components are usually either WABCO or Knorr.
There's a little pin on the caliper you can measure to check pad thickness, you can also check pad thickness with SDP3/SWS since there are wear sensors on all calipers. In the 5 series trucks you used to be able to check pad thickness through the ICL.
"1. With new brake linings, the wear indicator protrudes approx. 20 mm
2. If they are 50% worn, the wear indicator protrudes approx. 10 mm
3. With fully worn brake linings, the wear indicator does not protrude"
mvh mechanic scania r&d
Great comment 👍
When you check the wear on the brakes in the ICL it will show you a percentage. The percentage is for both brakepads and discs/rotors combined. If the discs/rotors are worn then the brakepads are in better condition than one can assume (Maybe the discs/rotors is below spec and have to be replaced). Thats why one have to inspect visually if the percentage is below 30%. If I remember correctly the ICL will alert if it's under 25%.
Wait, are there two Knorrs or did the soup company get annoyed with substandard brakes on their trucks, so they decided to cook up their own?
@HrHaakon Knorr-Bremse is the Scania of brakes! Stay chill. We are not on 1950s in EU!😂
I thought Knorr made soup
Bruce.
One thing you Might not have conveyed properly. In Europe the Trucks RELEASE brakes By pumping air into them to Pull in the brake shoes.
Yo DO NOT need any system to brake for you. If you lose air in the system the Parking brake will automatically LOCK UP. Thats why ALL euro spec truck now have Auxiliary air tank valves because if your engine dies, you cant TOW an Euro truck because you can't release the brakes. And you cant just pump some air and release them and move on, you need to constantly have enough air in the system to Keep it released.
It's a safety feature to not allow Heavy vehicles keep on Gliding down the road with no brakes.
As I understand, the Valve in the US is a switch. And if the Air pressure drops the Valve will actuate the brakes by popping out and using the remaining air to Lock up the brakes. Thats why you depend on the Popout valve to function properly.
In the Euro spec truck If the AIR drops Below some Air pressure The SPRINGS that Keep the Brakes Engaged will Overcome the Air valve and the Brakes will lock mechanically.
So it's the opposite, on EU trucks there is No way for the brakes to Not work unless the brakes fall off the trucks, or you lose all springs that are Trying to Brake at all times.
Air in Euro spec trucks Fights the springs that want to Brake.
SO even if all of your SCANIA systems and warning fail, the truck will break when it loses enough air because the Springs will overcome the Air pressure Trying to release the brakes.
When you Press the brake on a US truck, you send Air pressure to the Brakes to ENGAGE the brakes.
When you press the Brake pedal on the Euro truck you RELEASE the air FROM the air system that keeps the brakes OFF.
This ua-cam.com/video/SodkOh7RAME/v-deo.html
Passenger trains (but not freight trains) also have brake lines that work like Euro trucks: they're double-sided, spring-loaded.
pretty sure us and eu both use spring brakes for parking brake. Parking brake gets released by air. Service brake (the one you use with the pedal) uses air to apply brakes. Safety valve is required so you can't leave the truck with parking brake released and out of air, as that could result in the truck building pressure and releasing spring brakes with no one being in control of it. Scania probably uses electronics for this on the new trucks. older ones had a button below the lever that pops out when air pressure is low and won't stay in without proper air pressure. Not that familiar with us truck, but the parking brake valve on them probably works like the protection valve on scania.
It’s the same for the U.S they are automatically applied but pressurized to release.
> Yo DO NOT need any system to brake for you. If you lose air in the system the Parking brake will automatically LOCK UP. Thats why ALL euro spec truck now have Auxiliary air tank valves because if your engine dies, you cant TOW an Euro truck because you can't release the brakes. And you cant just pump some air and release them and move on, you need to constantly have enough air in the system to Keep it released.
When towing an Euro truck, you feed air from an auxiliary air line to keep the brakes released without the engine of the towed vehicle running.
From the sixties until the new abs system the US trucks-all had spring loaded brakes . It took air to release, about 60 psi. You could use a special bolt to pull the brakes off to tow.
"It ain´t the 1960´s and 70´s and 80´s truck"
"This truck´s got a lot of safety features. A LOT"
Thank you kind sir
Fuck the safety features man. I need the truck to go, and fast. Load's gotta be there quick. #hammerdown shout out to all my real US truckers out there ❤
I like this guest, Mike explained everything really well. This is a top notch video Bruce, good work brother!
I was a US Army mechanic in Germany in 86-90. We had one of those brake dyno units. Much better than running the tractor across the yard and jumping on the brakes to see if you could lock all the axles up!😅
Those Euro spec tractors and trailers I saw back then weren’t designed to do the over the road stuff we see in the western US, they had a limited top speed, and smaller load ratings, but for back east, with shorter routes and heavier traffic, I’d bet they are REALLY excellent rigs.
These videos have been great. They have become extremely educational not only about Scania but about trucking overall. Thanks Bruce and Team!
As a European, I love his accent
I call that middle American.
It has a twang sound.
Hello from Siesta Key Florida
I had to take a second to think when he said thawers. '.... oooh he meant tyres'
haha my favourite as a Dutchman is the Minnesota accent
And i love how he says tyrrr😁
Great guy.
As an American I love European accents 😂
One more thing about the european inspection is that at any time during the inspection, the inspector might get an announcement on screen letting them know that the dmv are on theire way and then the workshop is required to keep the vehicle there until the dmv show up and goes over the vehicle. This is prevent vehicles from getting pushed through without checking it and so that the workshop cant note missfaults just to get more work. If they do they get hefty fines and risk loosing theire inspection privileges, which they are required to have, to be allowed to work on vehicles not owned by them selves. At least that is how it is in Norway
In Denmark as of today all approving station is required to have camera taking pictures of the cars and trucks passing through. There has been some cheating going on, so that is in order to stop it.
Not having mandatory annual inspections on a machine that moves an 80,000 pounds rig at around 65 miles an hour in public is next level insanity!
Maybe they all rely on each other to sue the sh*t out of any truck not up to scratch...Madness.
Sure look at all the will it start vids on youtube and then they drive them home
I’m European and we have mandatory inspection, 4 year after first registration and every 2 year afterwards. Truck inspection is also mandatory. Although the process is stringent, wish we had a little bit more leniency and ability to customize. In my country you can’t swap legally and engine for a bigger one. You can but if you wreck yourself or injure/kill a third party your insurance will bail on you. You can put the same engine from a salvaged car. But swapping for something differ than what the manufacturer put in first place is huge liability. Also no way to put up a project car made from different models to some extent (no engine changes, safety organs etc) unless you build a whole line up and have it tested for car crash etc. 😅😅😅
Yep just learning this, absolute madness tbh.
@@XavierAncarno you are allowed to swap for a bigger engine here, as our road tax depends on engine size and bigger engine means more tax
That inspector Mike is legit. Salt of the earth kind of guy.
Yup. Seems like a nice guy who knows his stuff, not some unfriendly pen pusher just ticking boxes.
I would love to see that guy wittness a European Truck Inspection. It would blow his mind! 😀
I think it is important to know that on European trailers, the parking brake is on the trailer. When the truck looses air, the trailer brake will apply. You have to physically build up air, then get out to release the parking brake on the trailer. So the system is the same, but the valve button is set on the trailer.
I think without air trucks parking brake too will be applied.
if the trailer is connected to the truck and you apply the parking brake, it will only apply it to the truck and the trailer will have the service brake applied.
this is the reason why the "older" trucks with a parking brake lever have an inspection setting. if you use that inspection setting (usually by pressing down on the lever and pulling it further down) the parking brake on the truck will be applied and the service brake will be released. i dont know how to do this with the electric parking brake but it should have the same function.
this is to check if the whole combination can be held in place in case the trailer looses air.
to apply the parking brake on the trailer you have to get out and do it manually.
Yeah unless you have an old Renault premium they have the trailer brake button at the side of the gearstick it was handy when I was on containers having to shrink and stretch.
@@uselessbanana8010
pulling the parking break " Red Handle " on the trailer (Semi, Turntable or short coupling system usually configured as a tandem axle) great way to inform a driver of immediate issues
I taught that would b a feature on all truck trailers
You should sometime see a German TÜV inspection, they even check if your seats belts are in condion and cunctional etc etc
My company replaces seat belts all of the time here in the states.
@@marcmo7138 Glad to hear, I wish that were the norm but I suspect it's not in almost any country.
I'm based in Sweden and we have checks, but never have I had to have the belt itself replaced (the fastener I have had replaced once, though).
Swedish inspections are, I think, slightly less strict than TYV in Germany, but compared to the states is alot more strict. I think it's a balance, like obviously optimal would be checking literally everything on every vehicle, but at some point it becomes to big of a burden or cost relative to the safety it could possibly provide. Like we could check the paint for flaking, a flake could in some freak accident I'm sure, but checking for it would be insane obviously.
I’m a uk trucker and wanted to leave a smug comment. But Thankyou both, for making this video and letting me see how it’s done where you are. Happy new year to you both from Scotland.
We have many faults in our European countries but safety in trucks is something we are good at 😎
What a refreshing comment considering the rest of the smug comments from your brethren. All I see from Euro drivers comments here is how much better you guys do everything and how much better your shit is compared to ours. Now you know why the USA was formed. lol. Chill the fuck out. We all put our boots on the same way. Keep on trucking.
Funny how the Fog lights (Front and Rear) are left out of the Light check
Because over here in Germany all Lights on the unit will be looked over at any check up.
Our Trucks get pulled out for Inspection twice yearly, 1 is TÜV the other is a check up focused primarily on the Break-system.
Other issue that have been reported will be look at while the truck/Trailer is at the shop
Anything safety related installed on a vehicle has to be working, even if it is optional.
@@jankrusat2150 precisely
In my state, Indiana the lights are on the truck they must work all of them even if they are not in use
For sure. If it's fitted it must work.
Spot lights over the windshield are for off road only in north America and should have covers on them for on road to be legal.
Now this is getting interesting! The inspector is testing the safety of the truck with his homemade looking tools. Happy new Year from Germany.
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like a caveman inspecting a computer. Lol.
Die Amerikanischen LKW würden alle den TÜV in D nicht bestehen.
@@dramatish Same in Finland. They would not pass.
Just shows the advancement the trucking system overseas has come, safety is a high priority, makes it a great truck to have for the drivers. As for the inspection, i can see why the process is harder then for 4-wheelers, bigger vehicles with bigger loads. Kudos to that man for explaining it all.
About humidity in the air brake system.
There is a cassette with crystals to absorb humidity in the air filter.
Also , especially in Finland wintertime due to -20c degrees , they release the tank "nipples" 4 times a day ( 2 shifts , 2 drivers, 2 mechanics or vehicle managers , just before start driving.)
We are supposed to do that here in the States if we are parking for a long time so that water doesnt accumulate in the tanks. But since most truckers in the States leave the trucks on to Idle an what not, I dont think it hardly ever gets done.
I like the entrepreneurial remarks of the inspector at the end of the video, promoting his company and the convenient working hours for truckers.
I'm happy to see there is some kind of inspection for vehicles in the US. Here in Belgium we have to have all vehicles that drive on public roads have an annual inspection. So with the brake test bruce spoke about and suspenion check with vibrating plates and the ones that move side to side and back and forth. Make sure the lights can not blind oncoming traffic. These tests are also required when you sell a vehicle (needs to be done by the seller) So vehicles with frame damage etc are not allowed on the road anymore untill professionally repaired.
'some kind of inspection' 😅
Is this test only for Belgian trucks or also for foreign trucks on Belgian roads? Because a lot of Eastern European and Turkish trucks loose or miss parts driving on Dutch roads. I can’t imagine they pass EU tests. As last remark, I can’t let the opportunity go to waste here, I for sure can imagine the suspension needs a test in Belgium 😂. Sorry, but you asked for it.
@@RealConstructor Yeah our roads are a permanent suspension test ;) Vehicles registred here need the test. But forreign trucks get pulled over at random to scales to check if they are overloaded if everything is ok. I live close to one of those roadside scales for trucks and like once a week I see them pull over almost 25% of the trucks passing there.
Bruce, next you should go to an Emissions test to show us that MAGNUS will not only pass a USA emissions test, but, clean their clocks. HAHAHA
Yeah for all the talk the euro guys talk those rigs don't meet US emissions which is why they are more powerful. Scania is also Volkswagen owned.............what is Volkswagen known for now?
@@greyfox78569 They're cleaner than US trucks, Bubba.
Also there were quite a few US manufacturers that got caught cheating as well, it wasn't just VW.
In fact it was everyone using Bosch ECU's, also stuff like Harley Davidson were found to be cheating massively.
Diesel gate @@greyfox78569
@@greyfox78569they are euro 6. No USA truck meets euro 6 requirements.
@@greyfox78569they 100% will meet emissions in the us
And in Finland 🇫🇮we have those inspections for cars too.
First time inspection have to do before car is four years old, then every other year until car is ten years old, after that it have to inspect annually 😄
On trucks it's have to done annually.
And lets not forget, all those things are done in specific locations under surveillance camera so you cant bribe and etc. (at least in Estonia its like that
Edit: And usually you cant be even in the same room where inspection is carried out.
And the trucks and trailers have insanely indepth brake checks to see if the brake forces are in balance and good. You can imagine how nice that is with a 4 axle truck and a 5 axle trailer.
In Austria too, but for cars its 3 years after purchase, then 2, then annually. For trucks, semis and vehicles like the Transit Custom vans, which get usually registered as commercial vehicles due to the fact, that there are usually only side mirrors and a solid wall to separate cargo space and passenger/driver space, its annually right from brand new.
The only thing California cares about is your emission test 😂
Where I live it’s done from when the car is new every single year. Every single thing has to be working as it came from factory. No oil leaks, good tires, no rust including body, etc.
it’s all just a money grab. They scam the ignorant for unnecessary repairs and pass everyone else.
What Mike did, (except the underneath visual check) is what we do in Europe as drivers , as our daily vehicle check before driving.
actually thats what is required here in NA as well, called pre trip inspection...
Flintstone truck inspections on a Scania.
u made me laugh... its true
Unfortunately Spot On
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Still it's better than no inspection
Aw leave yankies alone USA no that bad😅
Crazy loose standards. In the UK any car (never mind truck!) that’s over 3 years old has to have an annual road safety check before it’s allowed back on the road!
A new car where I live has to have a safety check in the state where I live. It’s pointless but government get their money and that why it exists.
Every state is different in the US, some have very strict emissions test (west Coast) , I'm in Missouri and you have to have your vehicle inspected before you can reregister it for new plates but they don't check emissions.
@@iain3411 I heard that you could even be forbidden from visiting California if your exhaust is just slightly louder than that state allows...
@ They used to not allow vehicles without Cali emissions certifications in the state. If you moved there they made you sell or modify what you drove. Not sure about now though. I used to live in Oregon.
i'm shocked and entertainend at the same time... very special to see how it works on your side of the pond. remarkable..
...in a bad way. This is it's unbelievable that some dude will come over and inspect your truck in your own garage with DIY tools. AND its legit DOT inspection???? like what
13:20 i used to do a few thing (including QA) at a EU truck manufacture and this sounds wild to me.. Every station gets checked and and verified. It happens but not that much. Especially major safety issues.
This check is wild to see, this seems more of a Monday morning pre drive inspection.
Yep, if you remove the check underneath it's pretty much a pre drive inspection.
@@AlexKall literally, apart from going underneath the rest of it is pretty much what I do every morning when I get on my coach at work.
From a Dutch veteran to an American veteran, thanks for your service Mike.
What a nice gentleman. Bruce has never looked this straight-backed and confident in previous videos.
I really enjoy the neutral analysis your guys do. You point good and bad things both on the scania and other trucks, you really seems interested by improving stuff, this is nice.
Inspections here in Europe for cars and trucks are quite rigid - Even spots of rust can fail it. My Audi has superficial rust on a lower wishbone - REPLACE IT. I took the original part to a breakers yard - sand blasted - painted - back on - passed. 20 bucks to repair. Truck trailers also need inspection - Brakes tires etc. That is a good thing as many times they dont maintain the shoes etc Mike is a great guy - genuine and not not looking to fail you to make a quick buck
You can also check the brake-wear in the ICL (Instrument cluster). The percentage shows 100% (new) to 0%. The percentage shows brakepads and disks/rotors combined. If the disks/rotors are worn (and within the specs) and you change the brakepads it will not show 100%.
If you use the retarder as much as possible you will not have to change pads as often. On the older Scanias that you have the calipers maybe only have one gaiter/caliper which can make it rust and cause brakes to wear out (in that case you should use the brakes more often).
It's crazy that you guys don't have regular inspections, I the uk we have inspections every 6 weeks, it is a legal requirement in any vehicle used as a commercial vehicle, every single nut and bolt is checked
Every 6 weeks? :O
Yep. It can be stretched out to 12 weeks Its called a peroliodic maintainance inspection.(PMI) and road tankera have to have a tank test every 6 months.@erik....
@erik.... yes every 6 weeks trucks in uk are checked or as we call them tappy tappy inspection 😂
@terryteed1903 but it is very rarely extended to 12 weeks, most companies like to keep the the regular 6 weekly, keeps vosa a little more happy
You get put on vosa list if you keep pushing it to 12 weeks so you get pulled, any illegal modifications that you have disabled (like exhaust noise maker) you get pulled at nearly every vosa station just to make sure you haven't made it illegal again or pervious defects have been repaired (you be fined each time)
Love these videos Bruce. Happy New Year from Ireland.
a somewhat low hanging fruit would be to check the light angles like we do it in europe (or at least germany). I woudn't be suprised if glaring lights of oncommig cars and trucks would be a common problem if that is not checked.
Speaking of cameras on commercial vehicles. They are quite common in the UK on fleet vehicles from 3.5 tonne delivery vans right up to full articulated trucks. Some insurance companies insist on them and offer lower rates when they are fitted along with trackers that monitor vehicle location and driver performance.
Bruce, just wanted to say how impressed I have been with you taking Scania to the USA. I drove them in the UK and I have driven most models, except the mighty V8! And I am a big, big fan, retired from driving now, but miss driving Scanias! I look forward to watching your UA-cam videos with interest and I really admire your enthusiasm for the Swedish brand, I’m sure your channel will go from strength to strength!
well it was a very interesting video for me, I have a degree as a car technician, I worked in a car dealership, I have done a lot of technical inspections on cars, it is unbelievable and incomprehensible to me how backward the US technical inspection methods are. And the fact that cars don't even have a mandatory roadworthiness test periodically... great video, Bruce, Boldog Újévet(Happy New Year) from Budapest :D
the tag axel can be lowered by driving, but its only slow speed from 18-25mph
Mine is set to go up or down on command :)
Great to see how the checks are done in the US but I'm stunned its not carried out at an official facility! I'm so glad more thorough official checks are done in the EU and the UK.
😂😂 I am from Portugal, living in Canada and I am so glad that the inspections are so much more relaxed than back in Europe! I guess We are all different :')))
Coming from Sweden, watching this inspection and knowing cars aren't forced to do annual inspections, I would feel a lot less safe on American roads. Just the standard MOT test in Sweden/EU is much more specialized than this with special garages that can test your brakes, exhaust etc.
Yeah the feds make a big deal out of inspecting commercial vehicles, but non-commercial vehicles are basically left to the states. Some states require annual vehicle inspections (Hawaii, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont, and Virginia), most don't, and reciprocity pretty much guarantees your vehicle is road-legal without inspection even if driving in a state that requires them (so you wouldn't need to have a vehicle registered in, say, Idaho, inspected when crossing into a state that otherwise requires annual vehicle inspections).
There are car inspections done although it isn't done in every county of the state.
@@marcmo7138But most of the state inspections for private vehicles are a joke 😂 The strictest is like California's smog/OBD test.
Dude, the main reason our roads are safer is that you can't drive here from Florida... Until Florida learns to drive, better inspections aren't going to do much!
On scania's if you go through the dashboard to the start checks you can find brake lining percent left. (That is only for dice brakes)
And the clutch wear.
So these are the so called "features " yall have hahaha
The auto handbrake feature is king when running these trucks as garbage trucks.. pop neutral. And open the door. The brakes are set. And you are ready to work..go back in. Set it in gear again. And the brakes releases.
But guess its because it was send to the US.. but surprised to was delivered without the front mirror
Dunno is it a good thing to get used to, if one day u drive one without auto brake and judt jump out😅
I can see this being good on a garbage truck or similar. On a normal situation no. Who would want the handbrakes to apply normally? Lol
Hilarious. That guy is doing an inspection on what is basically a US truck from 2050. It's like Edsel Ford doing an inspection on a Tesla.
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Tesla. Lol. I mean EVs lol.
Remember, he knows he’s testing a brand new truck that is way more high tech and better crafted than American trucks. No need to go overboard.
@@bobbyduegrr3347 with DIY tools. He knows what he is doing
I had a tesla, and it was the worst made vehicle I have ever driven. Panels would unaligne when I was driving
Everyone need to give a 👍👍👍 and share this video because this is the best video Bruce I've ever produced
The brakes testing rollers in Europe also look at braking imbalance on the same axle. If you have say 87% on the right and 88% on the left, you're good. If the imbalance is above a certain threshold than that's a fail.
In Sweden it's allowed if the difference is below 30%. When you have drumbrakes it is very common with differences between 5 and 20%. If you have more than 10-15% difference on discbrakes I would recommend to take apart for closer inspection.
OMG! I'm on the edge of my seat! I hope the brand new truck doesn't have worn out ball joints, or bald tires. I can't wait to see if it passes.
Bald tars and this man wud say lol
The point of the video is to inform people not familiar with a DOT inspection, not if it will pass
@@Korbert - Which explains why it says "Did we pass?" in the thumbnail, right?
@georgewashington1106 i think the "did we pass?" is referring to the difference in us vs. european inspection standards
Based on this DoT inspection how can US not allow Scania, Volvo, Merc et al to not sell the trucks in US?? They are from an advanced Galaxy far, far away.
Hope you let him drive the Scania after his inspection. =)
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Bruce said on a different video where he compares the 2 basic types, that the Scania had more cubic inches of cab space than the Peter Built.He actually said "i know some people are not gonna like this but it it what it is"
That Peter had a 60" cab. There are larger cabs in USA
You mean the oversized pick up truck? If I wanted to drive that I would wear sandals and short pants along with a man's purse. This isn't a real truckers machine.
@shavdonn funny.. but the reality is that these oversized trucks of your can Haul heavier stuff faster that the holy Peterbilt or any other US brand can dream of.
Wow ... thanks Michael for some insight into US type inspections ... You would be interested to see how inspections are done here in the UK (much more stringent) with every bolt viewed or checked for tightness (usually by tapping with a hammer) ... wheel nut covers removed for tightness check ... oil leaks ... air leaks ... black exhaust smoke (and many other variances including restricted view through windscreen (clutter etc) and sometimes fuel checked to make sure correct taxes have been paid (farmers/construction machinery etc can use cheaper fuel which has a dye in it - not allowed for general road use) .... Many thanks to Bruce for heading this adventure .... he is seeing first hand how different European vehicles are and I am enjoying the journey also ........ Kind regards from England.
It's only farming and forestry that can use red diesel in the UK now .all construction is normal derv /white diesel even the site cement mixer .
@@prof1982 Thanks for that additional information.
Before electronic parking brakes we had a virtually identical pop out valve here in Europe. Volvo got them first, I believe, but don't quote me on that it's just a guess. Volvo is almost always the first ones to come up with safety features before they become mandatory.
Volvo's cars are also still built like tanks, compared to other brands even today, just not as much as the old 80s-90s models.
Having lived in Europe, their standards are quite high and sometimes to the point of ridiculous I thought in those days however, I now understand why. When I came to America and saw some of the "clunkers" driving on the roads here in The West, I just could not believe that it was "allowed" to be on the road but, then again, fast forward decades to almost 2025, American trucks are also becoming a lot safer than they were before which is a good thing if you look at how some of the non-sixteen wheeler cars are like a bunch of nets zooming around them like it's nothing. I have the utmost respect for truck drivers and not of the services they provide to each and every American but also for the daily craziness they have to put up with.
Doesn't matter where you are in the world, when physics happens momentum is king.
If you play bumper cars with a semi and your car weighs 4,000 lbs, and the semi 80,000 lbs, you're going to lose. Hard.
That guy mike is a no bs around the corner guy, tells it how it is, trucks need to be safe all around, good guy for sure, knows the trucks for sure, thanks for sharing
Happy new year Bruce and to ur family as well
Congratulations for passing the DOT inspection! But, let's be honest... anyone here, who expected another result? Happy new year!
The brake system in Scania and in Europe is getting loose if you apply air and if you lose pressure then it will hold on that axle which is equipped with this kind of brake air cylinder, we call in Hungary vesting type
spring-loaded mechanism
It's interesting to see how truck inspections are done in other countries. Here in New Zealand trucks are required to do COF (Certificate Of Fitness) inspections usually every 6 months, though the time period can be shorten to as little as every 3 months or extended to as much as every 12 months. No additional inspections are required in between each COF inspection, however the truck must be able to pass any potential roadside inspections carried out by police during that time.
COF inspections are mostly conducted at the same testing stations regular cars go to for WOF (Warrant Of Fitness) inspections. COF inspections typically take 1-2 hours long to complete, the test covers these areas of the truck: tire condition, brake condition, structural condition (rust isn't allowed in certain areas), trailer connector/5th wheel assembly, light bulbs, windshield, windshield washers & wipers, doors, seat belts, airbags (if fitted), speedometer, steering & suspension, exhaust system (no leaks), fuel system (also no leaks).
Trucks in Australia go over the shaker plates for steering ad suspension and rollers for brake efficiency on their annual inspection
No disrespect to the examiner, but it was one hell of an old antiqued inspection and process. No way as thorough as a UK test with proper rolling road brake testing. Tach downloads or sway bar & bushings, etc. It shows how outdated junk old looking American trucks are. Kudos to you, Bruce, for playing outside of the box and sharing your passion for European modern-day trucks
DOT inspection looks pretty basic compared to what a yearly inspection here in Europe looks like but pretty good for the tools they got
Yep, an actual brake test each wheel % strength force to pass , and they have a tool to force check many movable parts that is stronger to se a loose part than a bare hand can move.
An actual nox test every time. And other things that they do check
The entire test is 3-4 times longer. And always inside a government checkpoint or in a workshop who has a certificate to do the testing on behalf of the government. With all that equipment they must have to do the test.
Great video. I remember growing up in South America as a Swede and seeing Volvos and Scanias everywhere. Good to see one in the U.S. let's hope they start importing. American truckers deserve a good ride.
Hello from Switzerland 🇨🇭
Hi!!
I have followed your journey from the beginning and it has been awesome to follow.
My daughter drives a 2022 Scania 580 R, no more is needed for the purpose she drives.
She drives wood chips in the winter and asphalt in the summer.
She recommends turning off the "Emerging brake" in the winter as it is dangerous to drive with it in the winter.
A tip is that you polish the truck and apply a good ceramic paint protection.
I have applied Angelwax Nebula Graphene which is a 5 year protection.
I work with it professionally.
It has made it much easier when it comes to keeping the truck clean especially with our winters in Sweden.
Couldnt attached is a picture of my daughter's truck, same colour as yours. 🥰
Keep up the good work an Happy New Year.
Best Regards
Anders
The fact that there is no measured brake efficiency test (using rollers) is insane. In the UK even cars have to have roller or G-force brake tests. Because even though they may visibly look ok and measure good, doesn't always mean they will actually work well out on the road.
I guess this is why we see so many dash cam vids of in the USA where vehicles seem to have huge stopping distances. And I'm like I swear a UK truck with 80,000lbs could stop better than that.
@@alib5925 there is more to it than that.
Bruce shoud do a brake comparison between his Pete and the Scania. Hook up to a loaded trailer a then see which truck stops in the shortest distance. It would be pretty interresting to see the difference in braking lenghts.
@@lbernau To be give a real EURO vs US Comparison, Bruce should also use Euro specification trailers too: Krone and Schmitz Cargobulls are the ones I see most frequently when driving through Uk/France/Spain.
2:55 “2/32nds is what your required.”
That imperial system would have me losing my mind 😂
Thanks for the content.
Cheers Pat🇦🇺
Is "2/32 equal at "1/16?
@ or 0.5/8?
0:33 a little bit? Inspections in the US are a joke compared to Europe. I lived in Texas for a while and inspection was lights, horn, wipers and tires. Meanwhile I had blown out inner tires (dually) and both balljoints where about to pop out.....😂
Depends where you go, some inspectors don't care. Or people pay them off.
@khristoferschmidt2301 Yes, my boss said there was an inspector that you pay $50 and he didn't even see the car or truck.
@@WieDrDerJonge yea that the thing, someone knows a guy and thats what causes accidents when people and foreigners come here and buy the cheapest most run down trucks and haul ass all over.
Federal Commercial Motor Vehicle inspections are a lot more involved than most state automotive inspections
@@WieDrDerJonge yea thats the point.
I am from the Netherlands seeing this kind of truck on a daily base haha. But never have i ever seen a mobile 4 collum lift for trucks what an awesome piece of equipment. Makes either working it or doing inspections a lot more healthy for the person thats working on it. Wanna become an international truck driver my self.
Short but sweet. Your audio is much better then others. Keep this going
Just mid-October I started as a Box Truck Body Shop Tech, so I'm quickly becoming familiar with a lot of the safety technology in big trucks. It's crazy the things that will keep the truck from moving.