You hope it never happens, but you should always be prepared for what to do at the scene of an accident.
Fleet managers and truck drivers should prepare for what to do in the event of an accident. Semi-trucks are three times larger and heavier than passenger vehicles, so accidents involving commercial trucks often cause severe injuries and even death. That is why drivers should be aware of the danger and know how to stay safe on the road. You hope it never happens, but you should always be prepared for what to do at the scene of an accident. Read on for tips on handling a semi-truck accident.
Backing up a semi-truck is one of the most difficult maneuvers for a truck driver.
Backing up a semi-truck is one of the most difficult maneuvers for a truck driver, particularly one with a bigger trailer. This technique is very challenging and is a prevalent cause of truck accidents and property damage. In fact, this skill is the most difficult to master, given the truck’s size and blindspots. Reversing your vehicle for the first time can be overwhelming, and it takes a lot of time and patience. Here are some tips on how to reverse your truck like an expert.
Even if you are not a truck driver, you know how dangerous distracted driving is.
Even if you are not a truck driver, you know how dangerous distracted driving is. Still, countless motorists are involved in accidents due to distracted driving. However, distracted driving by commercial truckers can present a higher risk. Large trucks are heavier than passenger vehicles, meaning it takes considerably longer to stop in a commercial truck than a standard car. The increased weight of freight trucks also increases the risk of serious injury or death in the event of an accident. Let’s go over the dangers of distracted driving for truck drivers.
As a truck driver, you can protect yourself and your truck by following a few truck stop safety tips.
Truck stops are a safe haven for truck drivers who spend long hours on the road. In addition to refueling your truck, you can get some food and much-needed rest and park your vehicle in a safe spot. However, not all truck stops are made the same. Even the safest truck stops can come with dangerous risks to you and your vehicle. Many truck accidents occur in truck stop parking lots, given the tight parking situations. As a truck driver, you can protect yourself and your truck by following a few truck stop safety tips. Read on to learn more.
Researching and buying a commercial truck can be a complicated task.
Researching and buying a commercial truck can be a complicated task. When purchasing trucks and vans, the most important factor is getting as much information as possible about the vehicle. Inspections are essential for commercial vehicles because they help keep you and other drivers safe and because any violations found can lead to fines, the loss of your driver’s license, or the vehicle being decommissioned. Here are some things to look for when buying a commercial truck.
An accident can happen seemingly out of nowhere, so you must remain alert and aware when driving at all times.
Driving a semi-truck comes with a considerable level of risk. An accident can happen seemingly out of nowhere, so you must remain alert and aware when driving at all times. Big-rigs are also at a greater risk for causing severe injuries if they crash on the road. While it is impossible to predict when an accident will happen, there are plenty of actions drivers can take to prevent a variety of semi-truck crashes. Here are some tips for avoiding semi-truck accidents.
Remaining awake and alert for long periods is essential to be a safe, productive driver.
Being a truck driver, you are often on the road for long hours at a time. Truck drivers often have unpredictable schedules, which affects their sleeping patterns. Long hauls can be dangerous as you run the risk of falling asleep behind the wheel. Remaining awake and alert for long periods is essential to be a safe, productive driver. Here are some tips on staying awake during a long haul.
A truck stop is a safe place equipped with all kinds of utilities to help keep you comfortable on the road
To anyone unfamiliar, the term truck stop may carry certain baggage with it. However, to those who know about the trucking lifestyle, we all know the perks that modern truck stops offer. They’re a safe place equipped with electronics, amenities, and all kinds of utilities to help keep you comfortable on the road. However, part of the trucking lifestyle is also knowing how to respect truck stops. While truck stops may be changing quickly, what hasn’t changed is how etiquette plays into the trucking lifestyle, especially when you’re at a truck stop with other truckers.
It is important that all new drivers learn how to avoid common pitfalls.
As more people gravitate towards truck driving as a future career, it is easy to forget some of the challenges and mistakes that come with the job. Due partly to the COVID-19 pandemic, there are more truck drivers on the road than ever before. As a truck driver, you must learn all of the necessary rules and regulations. It is also important that all new drivers learn how to avoid common pitfalls. Here are some common mistakes rookie drivers make and how to avoid them.
In general, you can expect to change your truck’s oil every 25,000 miles.
Semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, and diesel trucks have different maintenance needs than passenger vehicles. Commercial trucks frequently drive long distances and over various types of terrain. Technology advances in recent years have increased the length of time between oil changes in commercial trucks. In general, you can expect to change your truck’s oil every 25,000 miles. But other factors may affect how often the oil needs to be changed. Read on for more tips about changing the oil in your semi-truck.
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