Completely burned out coach on A92 - driver remains intact!

Completely burned out coach on A92 - driver remains intact!

A coach burned out at Dingolfing on Monday evening on the A92 in Lower Bavaria. The incident occurred in the Dingolfing-Landau district when the 65-year-old bus driver noticed the fire and parked the vehicle on the side strip. According to pnp.de , the driver was able to bring himself to safety in good time and was unharmed. A technical defect is suspected by the police as a possible cause of fire.

When the fire brigade arrived, the bus was already in full fire, which estimates the damage to around 150,000 euros. The incident raises questions about security and technical monitoring of coaches, since such fires, even if they are rare, can represent considerable risks.

The security situation in bus traffic

coaches are generally considered to be very safe. According to Br.de only 16 people died in bus accidents in 2023, while drivers from 1,183 deaths were affected. Accidents in long -distance bus traffic are rare, but can be dangerous, especially with a side position of the bus.

In order to increase security on bus trips, experts recommend several measures, including the safe behavior of drivers and passengers as well as the use of suitable technologies in vehicles. The TÜV states that the defect rate for buses is 11.7 %, while it is 17.9 % in cars.

recommendations for passengers and bus companies

The German traffic safety council (DVR) recommends that additional safety precautions such as the installation of fire detectors in toilets and engine rooms should be taken. A thorough vehicle check before the trip is also important. Passengers should make sure that valid plaques of the main inspection (HU) and security test (SP) are visible on the bus.

In addition, passengers should find out about the qualification of the bus drivers and insist that statutory steering and rest periods are observed. It is important that bus drivers not only have a valid driving license, but also complete regular training courses. The DVR also recommends a safety instruction by the bus driver before starting driving, similar to on the aircraft.

alcohol at the wheel is strictly prohibited for bus drivers, a 0.0 per thousand limit is. Even if buses are allowed to overtake other vehicles, they always have to drive safely and in a controlled manner. These rules contribute to ensuring the high level of security for the coach.