Jackknife accidents happen when the tractor travels at a different speed than the attached trailer. Because a big rig is what we call an articulated vehicle, changes in speed can quickly lead to a jacked up situation. The disparity in speed between the cab of the truck and the trailer can be […]
We are pleased to announce the winner of the Greg Baumgartner Scholarship for the 2014 – 2015 year. The recipient is Jaden Moore who is currently a senior at Norfolk Senior High School. Jaden was chosen for her exemplary academic background and her giving back to her community that Jaden started from […]
Although there are many hard-working truck drivers who do their best to drive safely and meet all governmental and state regulations, at times, there can be a potential problem that can endanger the lives of everyone on the roadway. These problems can be numerous, but when they occur, it is important to report the event […]
On roadways across America trucks transport tons of hazardous materials each and every day. As with other tractor-trailers the potential for injury is great due to the size and weight of the commercial trucks and adding hazardous materials to the cargo increases the danger to the public. 5000 Hazardous Spills Each Year Recent statistics […]
Everyone knows the dangers of drunken driving or truck drivers under the influence of illegal or prescription drugs. Additionally, for truck drivers covered under the Federal Safety Regulations texting has been banned in an effort to make our roadways safer. One area of concern is the dangers to our community by truck […]
The trucking industry makes up for a large percentage of daily life as trucks work to transport goods across the nation. With this in mind, one prevalent problem that has equally plagued the trucking industry is drugs. The use of drugs can not only cost billions of dollars, but can also lead to accidents while […]
