Safety Tips when Sleeping on the Road when Traveling 1. Plan ahead: Before you hit the road, map out your route and identify safe spots to park and sleep overnight. Rest areas, truck stops, and campsites with overnight parking are all good options. 2. Choose the right vehicle: If you’re planning on sleeping in your […]
Category Archives: News
The latest USDOT inspection, on the road, and highway safety news.
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Apr
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Mar
Mar
DOT Inspection or DOT Annual Inspection? Let’s break it down for you A DOT inspection is a comprehensive examination of a commercial motor vehicle and its driver, performed by a state or federal DOT inspector. The goal is to ensure compliance with all federal regulations established by the Department of Transportation (DOT). Inspections can take […]
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Mar
Mar
The Benefits of Navigation Devices Here are some great benefits of having a GPS navigation system in your vehicle: 1. Saves time: Navigation devices provide the quickest and shortest route to your destination, saving you time on the road. 2. Reduces stress: Navigation devices help you avoid getting lost in unfamiliar areas, reducing stress levels […]
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Feb
Feb
Car Accident – Follow These Steps If you find yourself in a car accident, it’s important to stay calm and follow these steps to ensure safety, legal, and insurance considerations: Ensure Safety: Check for injuries: Ensure that you and all passengers are okay. If anyone is seriously injured, call emergency services immediately. Move to safety: […]
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Feb
Feb
Vehicle Emergency Travel Kit Having spent a great deal of time traveling I will tell you that the weather or an accident can close a road for hours, even traping you overnight. I have lived it and simply could not move forward or backward for hours on end. Due to events out of our […]
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Jan
Jan
Passing Large Trucks on the Highway When passing a large truck, what are a few things you should consider? 1. Prepare yourself. Make sure you are alert and focused before attempting to pass a large truck. 2. Check your blind spots. Before you pass, carefully check your blind spots to ensure that there are no […]
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Dec
Dec
The purpose, importance, and how an Emergency Breakaway Cable works An Emergency breakaway cable is a safety cable that attaches the brake system on trailers to the back of your tow vehicle. The cable is in place in case your trailer unhooks from your tow vehicle. If the trailer unhooks, then the pin pulls out […]
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Dec
Dec
Winter Driving Helpful Tips 1. Slow down: Reduced visibility and slippery roads reduce your reaction time, so reduce your speed to maintain control. 2. Keep a safe distance: Leave plenty of space between you and other vehicles, as stopping distances are longer on snow and ice. 3. Be prepared: Make sure your vehicle is […]
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Nov
Nov
Highway Emergency Stops – Safety Tips 1. Pull over to a safe area: Choose a spot out of the way of traffic and ensure that it has enough space for your vehicle. Turn on your hazard lights to signal your emergency. 2. Warn other motorists: Use reflective triangles or flares to alert other drivers of […]