Tips for Driving a Large Truck

Driving a large truck can be very intimidating, especially if you have never done it before. Even larger pickups can be difficult to maneuver if you do not know what you are doing. Driving a truck requires extra care that driving a small care does not require. To avoid the need to call a Louisville truck accident attorney, follow these tips to safely drive your large truck.

Driving a Truck Safely

The most important thing to understand when driving a large truck is always keeping in mind the sheer size of the truck. Knowing the size of any car takes some experience driving that car, so always assume that your truck is bigger than it is. There are some special things you will need to do to accommodate that size. First, you will need to be careful when turning. A longer car will cut across turns and hit things that other cars wouldn’t. As a result, you will need to take turns widely. The back of the truck will not follow the path of the front of the truck; it will cut across the corner of the turn. If you are turning around, give yourself plenty of space. You will also need to take into consideration the weight of the truck. Because larger cars are heavier, they are more difficult to stop. Always give the car in front of you plenty of space, because if they slam on their brakes for something, you will not be able to stop quickly enough. Give at least two car lengths, and more for especially large trucks. Lastly, consider the fact that you have more blind spots. You may not be able to see directly behind the truck or on the sides of it. Avoid any sudden movements, and try to make up for your blind spots by looking over your shoulder and making any moves clear.

If an Accident Occurs

If you do get in an accident, keep calm. Call a Louisville truck accident attorney whether you are at fault or not. Exchange information with the other driver and take pictures of the damage at the scene. The attorney will make sure that everything is handled smoothly.

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