Our economy relies heavily on the use of 18-wheelers for transportation to move goods interstate and within states to support our commerce and industry.
New bill would require black boxes for 18 wheelers to reduce accidents
New bill would require Black boxes for 18 wheelers to reduce accidents
Three common causes of Texas trucking accidents
Our economy relies heavily on the use of 18-wheelers for transportation to move goods interstate and within states to support our commerce and industry.
Rig workers may face deadliest challenge on the road to work
In the last 10 years, at least 300 oil and gas workers were killed on our highways. These fatality rates are seven times the national average, if all industries are included in the statistics. The truth behind this statistic is that safety limits for driving and sleeping are being ignored because of some oil field exemptions. A recent New York Times article makes it clear that these exemptions have deadly consequences.
Skimpy maintenance schedules can mean spikes in 18-wheeler accidents
One of the most dreaded accidents you could ever experience is one involving an 18-wheeler. These steel giants rumble along our highways at breakneck speeds and, at times, have no real consideration for other drivers. We are more intent on keeping well out of their way when driving in smaller vehicles or even bicycles as we try to safely reach our destinations.
Texas tanker truck crash shuts down I-10 and requires two-mile evacuation
A truck carrying ethanol overturned this morning near Jefferson County, about 70 miles east of Houston. There is no determination yet as to what caused the crash, but the tank ruptured and authorities evacuated the area within a two-mile radius in order to clear the area. Deputies said the Southeast Texas site will likely be closed the entire day.
Why vehicle inspections do not protect you from trucking accidents in Texas
Texas highways are extremely dangerous at best, and it is clear that lawmakers are not planning to improve that anytime soon. One of the worst types of accidents is one involving a commercial vehicle, like a motor coach or bus, or an 18-wheeler.
Texas breaks record for issuing oversize truck permits
The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles reported that 58,514 oversize/overweight truck permits were issued in January - a record for the state. The company cites an improved electronic permit system for the increased ease in which truckers can get a permit.
Houston and Texas car and truck accident reports
Reckless wreckers: 9-year-old girl killed after wrecker hits back of car
Trucking company negligence in commercial truck accidents
Types of trucking company negligence
