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How Common Are Truck Accidents?

Sharing the road with large trucks is a reality in the U.S. It can be intimidating to find yourself next to one of these oversized vehicles. The force of simply being near a semi-truck or tractor-trailer can be felt as your vehicle may sway slightly as you are passed by these giants...

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The No-Zones of a Tractor Trailer

Tractor-trailers are a part of many nostalgic memories of family road trips. Getting the truckers to blast their loud horn has captivated many a kid on a family vacation. While the site of these oversized vehicles is commonplace, sharing the road with them is far from the time to get complacent. The...
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Truck Accidents Caused by Tire Blowouts

What are the causes of tire blowouts? Tire blowouts are one of the top causes of vehicle accidents across the country. While a tire blowout can be dangerous for any vehicle, when the tire on an 18 wheeler fails, it can have catastrophic results. Tractor trailers often weigh in at 80,000 pounds. When...
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Big Rig Catches on Fire, Injures Three

The fun part of getting into your car is that you can go anywhere you want. If you have the time and gas money, getting in your for a fun weekend trip or day trip can be just the medicine you need. Choosing the path to get there can be just as freeing; although,...
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Drowsy Truckers Cause Accidents

Have you ever tried to stay up for 24 hours straight? For some, it is easier than others. If you are dealing with a high paced job like retail or a bartender, you may be used to staying up for hours. But have you ever tried to stay up that long driving? Driving is...
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