Why Holiday Driving Safety Around Trucks Matters
An estimated 73 million Americans will be hitting the roads this holiday season, increasing traffic alongside semi-trucks and other heavy vehicles. With weather, distraction, and fatigue at play, holiday driving safety around trucks is more important than ever. Staying safe on the road isn’t just about your own speed or focus—it’s about being mindful of the large vehicles sharing the highway with you.
Safe Driving Tips
Leave a safety cushion around trucks and buses
- When in front of a truck, leave at least 10 car-lengths between you and the truck.
- When behind a semi, leave a gap of 20 car-lengths.
Signal early and clearly
- Trucks can take up to 400 feet to come to a stop, don’t wait until the last second to put on your blinker.
- Drive in a predictable manner to reduce unnecessary and incorrect maneuvers.
Pass trucks carefully and choose the left lane
- Trucks have big blind spots, particularly on the right side. Always use the left lane to pass.
- Use the mirror rule: If you can’t see the driver in their mirrors, they can’t see you.
https://lynclogistics.com/contact/Holidays bring heavier traffic, longer drives, and unpredictable conditions. Practicing holiday driving safety around trucks helps protect you, your passengers, and the professional drivers keeping the supply chain moving during the busiest season of the year.
Make sure you, your family, and your freight travels safely this holiday season. Reach out to a broker today to book a load.