Defensive driving on rural and secondary roads: threats that are rarely discussed
When drivers discuss road safety, their focus is almost always on highways, urban congestion, or dangerous weather. There are misconceptions about rural roads and narrow roads being easier, safe, and…
Cameras, AEB, lane assist: what really reduces risk in real-world conditions
In the past ten years, the issue of safety and the technology relationship have become an inseparable duo in the trucking industry. Cameras, which watch the blind spots; automatic emergency…
Myths About Night Driving: “Empty Roads” and Other Dangerous Illusions
The perception of truckers on night driving often feels like a riddle. Nighttime routes without cars, fresh air, and no daylight chaos make driving feel more relaxed and controllable, especially…
Checklist for combating microsleep: signs, actions, and break rules
Microsleep remains one of the most disregarded threats in truck driving. It doesn’t make a lot of sound and is rarely felt dramatically before it occurs. A driver doesn’t “fall…
How a Dispatcher Should Rework a Plan During a Storm: The “Safer = More Profitable” Rule
The pressure for most dispatchers to perform is more than ever when a storm comes in. Freight is totally booked, delivery windows are way too tight, the drivers are half…
Cost of an accident for an owner-operator: insurance, downtime, lost contracts
For an owner-operator, a truck accident is never just a moment on the road. It is a chain reaction that spreads through finances, insurance records, operational stability, and long-term business…
10 mistakes regional drivers make in heavy traffic and on narrow streets
Regional driving almost regularly seems easier than long-haul trucking from an external perspective. Shorter routes, familiar areas, and frequent home time create an impression of simplicity. In reality, regional drivers…
Braking and Descent in the Mountains: Advanced Defensive Approach
Driving in the mountains has the highest level of difficulty compared to all other driving experiences. Starting with long downhills and steep climbs, unpredictable weather, and little to no escape…
Winter safety checklist before departure and after stopping
Winter driving is a real challenge for truck drivers. Snow, ice, and cold winds, visibility at times, and deteriorating road conditions can turn a normal trip into a high-risk operation.…
Safe Turning and Lane-Changing Procedure for Beginners: Steps and Checkpoints
For novice truck drivers, turning and lane changing are not solely driving abilities; they also constitute the main safety procedures, determining the successful trip on the road in the long…