Safety Tips for Driving in Bad Weather
Tips on handling the common hazards of driving in rain, fog, snow, and ice: Slippery roads (wet/icy): Stay below posted speed limits To avoid hydroplaning, try to drive in the tracks of the car in front of you Know your vehicle’s braking system Watch for icy patches on bridges and in the shade Increase more…
Hit the Brakes (or Don’t)
Rain, snow and wind make driving extremely hazardous. In fact, the adverse weather conditions create double trouble. Congested traffic, winding curves and steep hills make driving difficult enough during normal conditions. But, when we combine these road conditions with wind and wet weather, a whole new set of circumstances are introduced. We must adjust our more…
Back Problems Become Big Problems for Truck Drivers
Long hours behind the wheel can mean logging lots of time getting jostled, shaken and otherwise put through the ringer on the road. For drivers who go the distance, back pain can be a daily occurrence. Unfortunately, driving long distances frequently can also mean a greater chance of chronic back pain that stays with you more…