In an effort to reduce the number of truck accidents, some truck manufacturers and companies have been investing heavily in IoT and telematics. Truck accidents are some of the most dangerous and devastating accidents on our roads today. On average, there are over 500,000 truck accidents each year in the US, resulting in over 4,000+ … Read more
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has implemented several regulations designed to improve safety and prevent truck accidents. Every year, thousands of people are killed or injured in accidents involving large trucks. In fact, according to the NSC, nearly 4,965 people lost their lives in truck-related accidents in 2020 alone. While this is a … Read more
Underride collisions happen when a smaller vehicle collides with a larger one in such a way that part of the smaller vehicle goes under the larger one. Have you ever seen an accident where a car crashes into a truck and goes underneath it? If so, you may have witnessed an underride collision. These crashes … Read more
If you were injured in a truck accident, it’s important to be familiar with these terms. Accidents involving trucks can be some of the most catastrophic on the road. Trucks are much larger and heavier than passenger vehicles and often carry hazardous materials. As a result, truck accidents can cause extensive property damage, serious injuries, … Read more
In a squeeze play truck accident, a large commercial truck often collides with a smaller passenger vehicle. Unless you’re a commercial truck driver, you’ve probably never heard of the term ‘Squeeze Play’ Truck Accidents. However, these types of accidents are quite common. In this article, we’ll explain what squeeze play truck accidents are, how they … Read more
Today’s truck drivers have access to a wide range of tools that help them stay safe on the road. Here are five of the most notable. There is no question that technology has had a profound impact on the trucking industry. From blind-spot detection systems that detect vehicles in a trucker’s blind spot to GPS … Read more