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On August 11, 2024, two people were killed in the Bellevue neighborhood of Nashville when a dump truck driver collided with their vehicle after running a red light. The driver of the truck is believed to have been under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, there have been 1,256 crashes...

Did you know that a truck driver who never exceeds the speed limit, never drives while distracted or intoxicated, never fails to use turn signals, and always comes to a complete stop at stop signs may still be in violation of multiple laws? That’s because people and parties in the trucking industry must also comply with guidelines established by the...

Navigating the roads alongside semi-trucks can be an intimidating experience for many drivers. These massive vehicles, vital for transporting goods across the country, present unique challenges for both their drivers and other vehicles around them due to their size, multiple large blind spots, and limited maneuverability. Understanding how to safely share the road with semi-trucks is crucial for all drivers,...

Truck driver training is not just about learning to drive a large vehicle; it's critical in ensuring the safety of all road users. With the enormous size and weight of commercial trucks, the potential for catastrophic injuries in the event of a collision with a smaller vehicle is huge. Proper preparation and training for truck drivers helps to prevent such...

Trucks play a crucial role in our economy, transporting essential goods across vast distances. Yet, their immense size and the weight of their cargo bring about unique challenges. One such challenge is the phenomenon of load shifting. This isn't a mere inconvenience; when cargo shifts unexpectedly within a truck, it can drastically affect the vehicle's stability and create dangerous situations...

Although they may seem similar to car accidents, truck accidents belong in a category all by themselves. That’s because the likelihood of being severely injured in a truck accident is much, much higher than it is in an accident involving only passenger vehicles. The simplest explanation for that is physics: trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, while even oversized...