Knowing post-accident protocols can save you a bundle

It’s that time of year again — the time when frigid temperatures and icy conditions can compromise the roadways. Jackknives, rollovers, braking issues and other truck-related accidents are prevalent during winter weather, so it’s best to take extra precautions heading into the colder months.  

However, semi-truck accidents happen at any time of year for any number of reasons, so it’s wise to drive safely and know what to do whenever an accident occurs.

Fortunately, most truckers go thousands of...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/knowing-post-accident-protocols-can-save-you-a-bundle

Is the towing sector too risky to insure?

Tow truck responds to wreck.

Whether it’s a couple of loose wheel bearings, a blown engine, or worse, a serious accident, truckers often feel helpless when their big rig forces them out of the fast lane and onto the side of the road. Thankfully, drivers aren’t stranded for long as fleets of tow truck operators stand by to assist day and night.

Many jurisdictions consider tow trucks to be emergency vehicles. A tower’s role in roadside assistance and post-accident cleanup is critical to keep the roadways clear of idle...

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/is-the-towing-sector-too-risky-to-insure

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