Speed Limiter: Truckers Want Subsidy on Fuel Prices

This device reduces the speed of heavy vehicles and is not unanimity among the corporation of truckers. Some point to a security problem, other additional consumption of fuel.

The grace period, enjoyed by truckers is over. According to the NTA, it will adapt. Control measures are implemented. Since July 1, the weights must be equipped with speed limiters. These devices are calibrated so as to prevent heavy vehicles exceeding the 70 km / h. The measure also keeps the bus.

The cruise control automatically stabilizes the vehicle speed and set a maximum speed. The driver sets the speed at which he wants to roll and takes over the control system maintains the speed and defined. This will enable cruise control, at least excess, to automatically reduce the speed of trucks.

This measure forms part of a campaign to discourage speeding causes accidents often fatal when they involve HGVs uncontrollable. The authorities may impose more stringent penalties on careless driving. Indeed, studies show that 90% of accidents are caused by human error, intentional or not.

This measure also drives its critics. Ally Dussoye, a trucker from Red Earth, believes that with the speed limiter, the truck will not have enough power to overcome a climb. Alain S., Pointe-aux-Sables, which transports containers, think the limiter leads to extra fuel consumption. "Mo Pena aucaine problem with speed limiter. Except ki li consumes beaucoup gasoline. Mo thought ki state grants Bisin bane truckers ene lor diesel subsidy that costs ene zordi fortune, "suggests Alain S.

Another criticism was the cost of the speed limiter. MS according to Rose Hill, the high price penalizes members of the profession.

"This comes at a bad time, as the industry rolls almost in slow motion." He claims, therefore, a deadline for retrofitting a vehicle of this unit. "Mo camion pas roule lors l’autoroute, nou transporte zis matériaux de construction. Nou bisin lève 6 heures du matin pou capave gagne ene course. Zordi pé vine dire nou met ene l’appareil ki coûte Rs 10 000. Li pas normal, "ton MS who has purchased a truck for Rs 350,000. Truck drivers, grouped in an association, are considering a meeting with Anil Bachoo.

According to them, the Minister of Transport does not know the reality on the ground. " Nou pou réclame ene subside lor pris carburant. Li bon ki minis là répone positivement à nou l’appel  ", they hope.

Cyril Appajala, Transport Controller to the NTA, said that an adjustment period was given to truckers. Police authorities will be more flexible. Ditto for the road inspectors of the NTA. Note, however, may be steep for violators will be banned because of fitness certificate in case of non-compliance with this amendment to the Road Traffic Act.

"The NTA has plastered a poster in the examination centers to inform drivers of the coming into force of this measure. A hotline is available to motorists, 800 1555. The list of distributors of this unit is displayed. So do not complain later, "responded Cyril Appajala.

More than 60 years already

Invented in 1945 by the inventor and mechanical engineer Ralph Teetor American, the first cruise was installed in the Chrysler Imperial in 1958. The twenty-first century, most vehicles sold in the U.S. have them. This system is practiced over long distances and generally allows optimum use of fuel, especially when it comes to adaptive cruise control. It also avoids speeding inadvertently.

Useful Addresses

• Trak n Stop Straws. Of maque Autograde, speed bumps are priced between Rs 10,500 to Rs 12,000 (VAT), including installation. Models come from Dubai. Tel: 213 0610/253 7670
• Hyslo Limited straws. Brand Elson, speed bumps are priced between Rs 22,000 and Rs 25,000. It depends on the vehicle model. Tel: 286 2941/250 4770.