Safety Tip: Driving Near Large Trucks
Driving in winter storm conditions, when roads are slick and visibility is limited, isn’t easy. But imagine what it must be like for drivers of heavy-duty commercial trucks. Sharing the road safely with large trucks always requires taking certain precautions. For example, you need to give large trucks more space when passing because they can’t slow down or stop as quickly as a light-duty vehicle. During inclement weather, these extra measures are even more critical. Here are four mistakes fleet drivers need to avoid when driving around large trucks, regardless of the weather, according to the California Department of Motor Vehicles: