All drivers must ensure that they’re operating their vehicles safely. When they don’t, others who are on the roads with them can face injuries if the unsafe driving causes a crash. For some drivers, having to drive in less than ideal circumstances is a challenge that...
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Month: July 2020
Is marijuana legalization leading to problems among commercial drivers?
The movement toward marijuana legalization in this country is growing by leaps and bounds -- and that’s changing a lot of different industries in subtle and not-so-subtle ways. Trucking is one of them. Even though there are numerous laws and regulations that are...
Truck drivers need to get more sleep to prevent crashes
If there is anything that scares you on the roads, it’s seeing a large semi go over the rumble strip or crossing into your lane while you’re occupying it. You’ve honked, sped up and slammed on your brakes to avoid drivers making dangerous maneuvers in the past, and...
