National Truck Driver Appreciation Week September 13-19 is National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. Truck drivers face many challenges on the road. They must pay attention to their surroundings and stay alert in case others create an unsafe environment. One major issue that truck drivers face is being cut off by other vehicles. Cutting Off A Semi Truck Is Dangerous Drivers will … [Read more...]
Tailgating
September 13-19 is National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. Truck driving is a dangerous career in the United States with crashes occurring daily across the country. Bad driving habits such as tailgating make roads even more dangerous. Tailgating Tailgating is when a vehicle drives too close to the vehicle in front of it. Drivers should leave a safe distance between their … [Read more...]
Truck Driver Appreciation
National Truck Driver Appreciation Week September 13-19 is National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. During the COVID-19 pandemic, commercial truck drivers have been crucial in keeping food and supplies in stores. It's important to acknowledge and show support for the services they provide to all communities. Appreciating Commercial Drivers Many businesses and families show … [Read more...]
Trailer Safety: Understanding The Trailer
This week is Trailer Safety Week, utilized nationwide to raise awareness and educate individuals, businesses and manufacturers on trailer safety. Trailer safety starts long before getting on the road with a trailer attached. It is important to properly prepare and secure the trailer before towing on a roadway. Hooking Up A Trailer The first few times hooking up a trailer can be … [Read more...]
Trailer Safety: Prepping The Vehicle
This week is Trailer Safety Week, utilized nationwide to raise awareness and educate individuals, businesses, and manufacturers on trailer safety. Trailer safety starts long before getting on the road with a trailer attached. It is important to properly prepare your vehicle before towing a trailer. Pay Load vs. Towing Capacity Before planning to tow anything, it is important to … [Read more...]
Unsecured Loads Are Dangerous
Vehicles with unsecured loads are some of the most dangerous on the road. When a vehicle has an unsecured load, it is possible the load could fall off the back or roll into the road. This could lead to accidents, injuries, and deaths. In Alaska, June 6th is ‘Secure Your Load Day’ to raise awareness of the hazards of hauling loads on Alaskan roads. Driving Behind A Vehicle With An … [Read more...]
