Gender Differences in Driving | Do they REALLY Exist?
How many times a week do we hear “women are bad drivers” or that “men are more likely to be in an accident?” Let’s face it, there’s a truckload of gender stereotypes surrounding driving habits. But, when it comes to the gender differences in driving do they really exist? Let’s look at the facts. It might not be an issue of skill, but an issue between personality differences that really account...
How to Avoid Highway Hypnosis and Stay Focused
Have you ever looked down at your speedometer and wondered where the last 100 miles went? Well, you are not alone. Highway hypnosis, or white line fever, is a common problem for people across the world. This is especially true for long-distance drivers. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 1 in 25 adult drivers have fallen asleep at the wheel in the last month. Luckily, there are many ways that you can...
Truck Driving in Snow: Driving Safety Tips
When the winter chill descends and carpets the roads with its white frosty blanket, truck drivers face an entirely different beast on their usual routes. The snow-covered landscape covers the tricky situations that can occur while truck driving in snow. Professional truck drivers who spend long hours navigating the nation’s highways must be uniquely prepared to handle the challenges of winter driving safely and effectively. Here are a...