Two people were killed and another one was injured last month on Highway 313 when a teen driving a semitruck veered into their lane, according to the Montana Highway Patrol (MHP). The fatal crash occurred on Sunday, Aug. 25 between Hardin and St. Xavier in Big Horn...
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Relaxing ‘Hours of Service’ rules may not be a good thing
Late last month, the current presidential administration announced their plans to make changes to trucking safety regulations implemented by his predecessors. One of the first rules that the administration is looking to repeal is the Hours of Service Regulations. When...
Legislation would require use of ‘speed limiters’ in large trucks
At a time when it seems like members of Congress can't reach across the aisle to accomplish just about anything, two U.S. senators, one a Republican and the other a Democrat, have introduced a bill they would increase the safety of large commercial trucks on our...
Truckers are often guilty of reckless driving
When driving on the highways of Montana, you won't have to look far to spot a commercial truck. Sharing the road with these vehicles safely is imperative. While most truckers do whatever it takes to avoid trouble on the road, some continue to violate the law. For...
What are the top causes of truck driver fatigue?
Anyone can become fatigued when driving, but this is very common among commercial truckers who spend many consecutive hours behind the wheel. While there are many causes of truck driver fatigue, these are among the most common: Sleep disorders: For example, sleep...
Do you know how to stay safe when driving in fog?
Any type of inclement weather makes it difficult to drive, and this is particularly true of fog. Not only does it reduce your visibility of the road but it also makes it more difficult for other drivers to see you. If you find yourself driving in heavy fog, here are...
Do you know how to drive safely around commercial trucks?
The number of semitrucks on the road is staggering and that number will continue to grow. You can see them on interstates, highways and even on dirt/gravel roads. Driving safely around commercial trucks is easier said than done for a number of reasons: These vehicles...
Who is most likely to drive drowsy?
Drowsy driving is a serious problem in Montana, as well as in the rest of the country. It appears that some drivers don't understand the importance of pulling over if they're not 100 percent alert. While drowsy driving can impact anyone, some people are more likely to...
Don’t make these mistakes when yielding onto a highway
As you travel down a highway on-ramp, it won't be long before you see a yield sign ahead. This gives you notice that you need to take great caution as you merge into the flow of traffic. Even if you have many years of driving experience, there's something tricky about...
Common causes of delivery truck-car accidents
It doesn't matter where you live or how much time you spend on the road, you're sure to come across one delivery truck after the next. This is due in large part to the uptick of consumers buying more and more products online. With more delivery trucks on the road than...