by K. Avey | Oct 3, 2022 | Safety
FMCSA rule restricts the use of all hand-held mobile devices by drivers of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). This rulemaking restricts a CMV driver from holding a mobile device to make a call or dialing by pressing more than a single button. The use of a hand-held...
by K. Avey | Sep 22, 2022 | Safety
Deer in rut, nearly double the chances you’ll hit one with your car. Here are some helpful tips to avoid a deer collision: Deer crashes usually occur an hour after sunset but are also common around sunrise. Be extra vigilant during these times. You don’t want to...
by K. Avey | Sep 22, 2022 | Safety
Let’s get back to the basics! 3 important things to remember while driving: Space — Visibility — Time Aim High in SteeringOur eyes are designed to work for us at walking speeds.The average person has not adjusted visually or mentally to the higher speeds...
by K. Avey | Sep 12, 2022 | Safety
Drivers who stop their vehicles on the shoulder of the traveled part of the roadway (other than for a normal traffic stop) need to minimize the risk and alert other drivers to their presence. This is done by: Stopping as far out of the way of other vehicles as safely...
by K. Avey | Aug 15, 2022 | Safety
Caffeine can have a very positive effect on truckers, but too much Caffeine can be dangerous. For those who spent hours by themselves on the road day after day, often well into the night, caffeine can be a lifesaver. Literally. A recent study showed that drivers who...
