Is it safe to be a truck driver?

Is it safe to be a truck driver?

Rather than teaching commercial vehicle operators to solely depend on a truck’s safety technology, two commercial drivers and driver trainers emphasize the importance of staying one step ahead on the road. Life on the road for a commercial truck driver can be an unpredictable one.

Are there good times for American Trucker company?

The recent good times and good numbers at a macro level ‘obscure an uncomfortable truth,’ ACT’s Vieth explained. Sneak peek: Pilot Flying J launches summer road trip giveaway, Meritor’s virtual 5K to support Military Appreciation Month, UPS volunteers help Bridge to Hope bring supplies to Florida families, and more.

Who was the driver of the truck that hit the Van?

A Sydney driver was cruising along the M7 to work as he does every morning, when the truck in front lost a chunk of its load letting it come flying toward his car. A truck driver is facing serious charges after he allegedly hit a van which then crushed its driver and killed him.

When is there important story that could impact the trucking industry?

When there is an important story that could impact the trucking industry, economy, or the general role of truck drivers, you will find it here.

Why was the smog check OBD II invented?

The primary reason OBD II was invented is to reduce smog emissions caused by malfunctions, but it is also valuable as an alert to the driver that something is wrong…something that can affect gas mileage and drivability, or actually cause further damage to the vehicle.

When to run a complete smog test on a diesel?

All monitors must be complete on 1998-2006 diesel powered vehicles. Any two (2) monitors may be incomplete on 2007 and newer diesels. Some tests only run when the car sits overnight, or is allowed to cool down for several hours.

Can a car pass with only one smog monitor?

Note that a car can pass with some incomplete monitors…a maximum of one on 1999 and earlier cars, and only one ( The Evaporative System monitor) on model year 2000 and later gasoline powered automobiles. All monitors must be complete on 1998-2006 diesel powered vehicles.

When does Smog Check Come Out the tailpipe?

It does not test what is going on when the engine is cold, idling, decelerating, etc. Also, not all the smog a car makes comes out the tailpipe.