IVECO supplied a new 2025 S-WAY tractor unit for testing equipped with all available systems that Euro NCAP assess. It achieved a 2-star rating. Whilst its direct vision is average for a long haul cab, the optional camera monitor system for class II and IV views enhances both direct and indirect vision. The driver attention assist system observes directly for signs of driver distraction and fatigue. The ACC works in conjunction with the speed assist system to set the travel speed to the local speed limit, and also proved highly effective at preventing front to rear collisions. Assessed collision avoidance technologies available are limited to AEB for front to rear collisions with other vehicles. Its performance was rated as acceptable. The absence of safety technologies protecting pedestrians and cyclists suggests the S-WAY is most appropriate for highway operation.

The S-WAY is a tall vehicle with shallow windows and a high beltline, limiting driver direct vision. The optional fit camera monitor system replaces the conventional mirrors covering the class II and IV views, enhancing rearward vision and is a worthwhile safety aid. It scores full marks for the driver and passenger seat belt reminder, and for the driver attention assist system, which observes directly for signs of driver distraction and fatigue. There is no close following distance warning system, but IVECO S-WAY ACC can adjust the set speed to match the local speed limit and the system proved highly effective at addressing front to rear collisions in highway driving.

The S-WAY is fitted as standard with an AEB system for front to rear collisions with other vehicles. The system performs acceptably overall and is not easily deactivated. The AEB system is designed to achieve European Type Approval, but in the Euro NCAP testing which includes collisions with offset vehicles, its performance was found to be limited. An AEB system for collisions with pedestrians and cyclists when driving ahead or turning is not available, nor is an active steering system addressing lane departure collisions, limiting the S-WAY’s overall rating.