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Dealing with Summer Traffic Jams
As a commercial driver, getting stuck in traffic jams is sometimes unavoidable, particularly in the busy summer months. However, you can safely maneuver through the stop-and-go congestion and limit your time stuck in summer traffic jams with the right strategies.
Driving In Summer: Ways to Keep Cool
Summer has arrived and so has the heat. While the majority of commercial vehicles today are equipped with air conditioning, any time spent outside the comforts of “AC” puts professional drivers at greater risk of heat-related illnesses, as well as fatigue. By taking some precautions, drivers can help keep cool and make their trips comfortable and safe all season long.
8 Summertime Driving Hazards
All drivers are at a higher risk of being involved in a fatal motor vehicle accident during summertime because…
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