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Several surveys conducted in the past regarding how drivers feel around a truck have consistently shown that many experience fear. Naturally, it can be intimidating to share the road with a vehicle that’s 20-30 times heavier and substantially higher. Nonetheless,...
When a passenger vehicle collides with the rear or side of a large truck and slides underneath it, the result is often catastrophic. These incidents are known as underride accidents, and they often shear off the top of a car, causing fatal injuries or crushing...
The stopping distance in a passenger car is generally around 300 feet. There are a few different factors that can influence any specific accident. For instance, a newer car with well-maintained brakes is generally going to have a shorter stopping distance than an...
If you get hit by a truck while driving along, you can expect the consequences to be much worse than if you are hit by a smaller passenger vehicle. It’s a simple result of the size difference between the truck and your vehicle. While people can sometimes get away...
Driving is a big responsibility – even more so if you operate semi-trucks that weigh over 10,000 pounds. To ensure everyone’s safety on the highway, truck drivers follow a strict set of rules and regulations: They need to meet specific qualifications All truck drivers...
Being involved in a truck accident can be devastating, particularly for working individuals. Extensive medical bills, lost wages due to missed work, and car repairs can mount up and become a financial burden later. Financial impact of traffic accidents Unlike typical...
Head-on collisions are always dangerous, but they’re even more so when a big rig is involved. Such accidents can leave Minnesota residents reeling with catastrophic injuries that are often fatal. These are common causes of head-on truck collisions and how to avoid...
Large commercial trucks present a significant danger to smaller vehicles and their occupants. Therefore, truck drivers should be aware of the risk their vehicles pose on the road and take necessary precautions. Drivers of smaller vehicles should also take certain...
Most news stories about trucking accidents on Twin Cities highways involve a truck crashing into a passenger vehicle. But a growing number of truck crashes are happening when the 18-wheeler is not even in motion. CBS News reports that a rising number of drivers are...
America is a sleep-deprived country. The costs of that, when it comes to increased risk of crashes, are undeniable. The problem is most acute for truckers who have obstructive sleep apnea. One recent study found, for example, that drivers who have this condition are...