Driving cautiously is not as easy as it seems, even if every driver is well versed in the basic rules of driving. This post by Cappy's Premium Lubricants shares some suggestions on how truck drivers can drive more safely. Read on!

If you're a truck driver, you probably know how important it is to review driving rules and even learn a couple of safety tips from time to time. Especially when the temperatures on the roads begin to drop before fall and winter, and the roads become even more slippery. Today communication is much simpler, and an easy call can spare you from having an unpleasant experience, but what if you can prevent this from happening altogether? Thus, below you'll find a few safety tips. These suggestions might not be new, but sure worth remembering.

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Make Lane Changes Only When Necessary

Don't forget that making sudden movements can cause a weight transfer in the truck that could exceed the adhesion limits and risk losing the vehicle's control. Remember that the blind spots in a car are pretty broad, and changing unnecessarily can be risky for you and everyone around. A signal with directional light must precede each lane change.

Don’t Hesitate to Take Breaks and Stretch Your Body

The brain works best when it's appropriately oxygenated. Therefore, taking a safe and comfortable driving position helps the blood to carry this vital gas in a more reliable way to the brain, and thus you will be more alert while driving. Also, doing stretching exercises will help release the blood flow in your veins and help you stay awake on the road.

Make Sure You Bring the Right Gear

Despite the fact that ice and snow are not a constant threat during spring and summer; The use of chains or plates on the tires is an element that truck drivers don't want to miss when facing these situations. Not having these items with you could delay your work for hours, even days.

Drive for Certain Periods and Don't Exceed the Limits of Your Body

If you're starting to feel tired, rest, and if you have a sleep schedule, respect it. At the end of the day, you know yourself and your physical limitations better than anyone, so it would be best to respect them and so you can do a better and safest job while driving.

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Be Aware of Weather Changes

Be mindful of this step when it comes to both your gear and your clothes. Also, it would be best to keep the tank as full as possible to avoid condensation in the fuel lines. Remember that during fall and winter, the pavement is more slippery, and you'll have to drive below the established limit on some occasions to remain in control of the vehicle.

Keep Your Distance from the Rest of the Vehicles

Remember that a loaded trailer requires a much greater stopping distance than other vehicles. Staying alert and anticipating the movements of everything around you will also keep you safe and more self-aware while behind the wheel.  Be mindful of the erratic movements of drivers around you, these shouldn't come as a surprise, and many times, paying attention can help you avoid a tragedy.

Avoid Being Stopped with the Engine Running as Much as Possible

But if necessary, you can roll up the windows to prevent gases from entering the cabin, and don't overlook this problem as its side effects can alter your senses. In an emergency, try to signal as much of your trailer as possible to warn other drivers that you are stopped or traveling at a very slow speed. Make sure all signals and lights are working properly before heading out.

Last, but Not Least

It's worth noting that driving cautiously involves a series of small decisions that all truck drivers must make, many times within thousandths of a second or even before going out to drive. Some of these may have little to nothing to do with being behind the wheel. Still, it's safe to say they affect the driver's performance, such as sleeping and having enough rest, refrain from drinking alcoholic beverages, or performing proper trailer maintenance before heading out. Don't neglect these last few suggestions as they're probably the most relevant to keep you safe and thus unleashing good driving.

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