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Weigh stations are dotted along most major highways in the nation — and open ones are a required stop for any passing truck. Believe it or not, these weigh stations perform an important role in keeping you and others safe out there on the roads. Their purpose goes far...
It’s probably not fair to say that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) isn’t doing anything to protect the average motorist from accidents with large trucks — but it definitely isn’t doing what it could be. Over the last 30 years, the National...
Drivers on the Thomas Edison Memorial Bridge in Sandusky were witness to a horrific scene as high winds recently toppled a semitruck right before their eyes. On February 24, the winds sweeping across much of the state exceeded 60 miles per hour. This made the bridge...
When you’re barreling down the highway at full speed, one of the last things you want to see is a semitruck peel off a tire right in front of you. That long, loose piece of rubber can end up causing you to wreck if it hits your wheels the right way — and the truck...
Even an experienced trucker can run into problems on icy or snowy roads. With the snowy season fully upon us, it seems like a good time to review some basic safety reminders that everyone driving a big rig should keep in mind. Here are some tips that can keep you —...
A lot of drivers are nervous about sharing the highway with a big rig — and not without good reason! Any accident with a large truck is potentially lethal. There are some things you can do to make it easier on yourself when you’re traveling down a road with a large...
There are a lot of trucks on Ohio’s roads — which makes it a good idea to stay alert at the wheel when you’re driving. Typically, when you hear about a serious truck accident, it’s usually the truck that’s behind the issue. Trucks often have a difficult time...
Whether you drive a truck for yourself or for a company, the ultimate responsibility for safety is on you — so it’s important to know how to spot tires that need to be replaced. Since tires are expensive, you don’t want to replace them unless it’s really necessary,...
Trucking is a dangerous job — which means that trucking companies should do everything they can to avoid putting an unqualified or inexperienced driver behind the wheel. Unfortunately, as consumer demand for shipping increases and more truckers age out of the system,...
If you drive very much at all, you’ve probably seen the signs on the back of a lot of commercial vehicles that say something like, “How is my driving?” They’re followed by a number you can call if you have comments or concerns. It’s important for all drivers to make...