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Truck Accidents Occur More Frequently During Certain Hours

By | April 3rd, 2018

Some people think that driving at night is inherently more dangerous than driving during the day, especially when it comes to trucks. It’s clear that there are risks associated with operating such large vehicles, and the truck accident statistics of the modern world will always make that clear. Truck drivers will already have a lot of problems when it comes to seeing other vehicles at the right time. It would seem that driving at night would just make all of that worse. However, it is interesting to note that it.

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Three Dangerous Maneuvers That Cause Truck Accidents

By | February 15th, 2018

Defensive driving requires that you anticipate the possible moves of the traffic around you. Anticipating the actions of other motorists is doable because you’re a motorist yourself. However, doing the same for semi-trucks is more difficult because their handling and maneuvering capabilities are radically different from any vehicle you are used to driving. It’s especially important to watch for dangerous maneuvers that some less-than-professional truck drivers might try. Here are three such maneuvers to watch for: Quick Lane Switching A semi-truck has big blind spots on its left and right.

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Truck Accident: Three Pedestrian Safety Tips

By | December 21st, 2017

When a large truck collides with a car, statistics do not favor the occupants of the car. In the case of a pedestrian-truck accident, fatality statistics are even more lopsided against the pedestrian. Just as motorists shouldn’t treat trucks as they would other cars, pedestrians should do the same. The truck’s size, weight, and turning radius make it less capable of dodging pedestrians and, therefore, make it more deadly than cars. Be safe by following these three tips: Use Your Ears The diesel engines of trucks have a distinctly different.

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The Connection between Sleep Apnea and Truck Accidents

By | July 27th, 2017

Semi trucks keep the economy moving. Without them, most store shelves would empty out within a few weeks. However, these behemoths of the road also endanger the driving public. They are huge, sometimes weighing as much as 80,000 pounds. Their height and length make them much less stable than a car. This is why truck drivers must remain focused and alert while driving. A good night’s sleep is essential for this, yet for some truck drivers, even 8 hours of sleep isn’t enough rest for safe driving. That’s because a.

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