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There are many causes of truck accidents on the nation's highways. These include drivers who speed, cargo that is improperly loaded, and commercial trucks put into service despite needing maintenance or repairs. But there's another cause that doesn't get as much attention. A shortage of parking spaces for semi-trucks is creating a hidden danger for…

Texas fatal crashes are up by more than 20 percent since 2018. Dangerous driving is so common in Texas that the state's newest campaign to improve safety doesn't ask drivers to slow down or avoid drinking and driving. Instead, it asks people to do one thing - Survive the Drive. Promoted by the Insurance Council…

Truck accidents caused by unsafe truck drivers are a growing concern. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is currently seeking input on the best way to determine if commercial trucks are safe to operate on our nation’s roads as part of a wide-ranging effort to reduce the number of truck accidents. “The Agency’s current…

Under the law, trucking companies in Texas and throughout the U.S. are required to thoroughly screen and vet new drivers before hiring them. But sometimes - often for profit-driven reasons - this critical step is skipped or glossed over, and companies negligently hire unqualified truckers. What Texas trucking companies should know before hiring When someone…

Could the federal rule change save lives in Texas? Rear-end accidents are among the most severe and deadly wrecks a person can get into with a semi-truck, tractor-trailer, or another type of large commercial vehicle. That's one reason why federal regulators are moving toward requiring safety measures to reduce rear-end truck accidents. In June, the…

Unannounced inspections catch hundreds of poorly maintained vehicles. The idea of a fully-loaded 80,000-pound 18-wheeler screaming down the highway without functioning brakes is terrifying. Unfortunately, it's also far too common. On April 19, 2023, inspectors from the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) conducted their unannounced Brake Safety Day, in which they inspected nearly 7,000 vehicles…

Learn tips to safely and responsibly share Texas roads with motorcycles In Henderson County and throughout East Texas, it's not uncommon to hear the hum of motorcycle engines echoing through the open roads. Riding a motorcycle can make for a very enjoyable experience, but it also comes with a sobering reality: motorcycle accidents are all…

Distracted driving the focus of TxDOT campaign Distracted driving accidents in Texas remain a serious problem and are a common cause of serious car accidents statewide, according to a recent Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) traffic safety study. "Research shows that regardless of whether you use a voice-to-text program, hands-free device or a handheld one,…

Brain Injury Awareness Month is observed in March. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious condition that can have life-altering consequences. TBIs include concussions, skull punctures, and brain hemorrhage. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), brain injuries are a major cause of death and disability in the United States, with…

Impaired truckers put everyone on the road at risk of severe injury and death. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has rejected a petition from the Trucking Alliance to recognize hair samples as a method for drug testing truckers. FMCSA stated that it lacks the authority to do so as current federal regulations require…