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Driving Heavy Trucks

18-wheelers and other large commercial vehicle drivers must participate in practices that are particular to the size of their vehicles. That means they must take extra caution when overtaking other vehicles, reversing their trucks, and changing lanes.

Reversing

Hazard warning lights should always be activated before reversing an 18-wheeler or other heavy vehicle. A good idea is to plan ahead in order to use the shortest distance possible. Use a guide or helper who can see exactly where the truck is headed whenever available. If there is not someone to help you, you should get out and take a look yourself.

Overtaking

It is extremely important to watch for small vehicles like motorcycles when overtaking. Check your mirrors and check for vehicles below your cabin before pulling out. Move into the right lane when it is safe to allow faster moving traffic to overtake. It is illegal and dangerous to direct following vehicles to overtake by using your hand or the indicator.

Lane Changing

Before changing or merging lanes make sure that the road is clear. You also need to check before leaving the curb and turning. Do not forget the check down the side door of the cabin.

If you or someone you know has been injured or killed in an accident involving an 18-wheeler or other commercial vehicle, you need an advocate who will stand by your side and not allow you to get taken advantage.

Speak with a Texas Truck Accident Lawyer

Contact the Texas truck accident lawyers of Williams Kherkher at 866.950.9000 for a free initial consultation. We are dedicated to being there for you.