As a parent, choosing the best first truck for your teenager can be a daunting task. Not only do you want to ensure their safety on the road, but you also need to consider factors such as budget, quality, and insurance costs. In this complete guide, we will walk you through everything you need to know to make an informed decision when selecting the right truck for your teenage driver. From understanding the importance of a first vehicle to teaching responsible truck ownership, we've got you covered.
Semi trucks, also known as tractor-trailers or big rigs, are a vital part of the transportation industry. These large vehicles transport goods across long distances, playing a significant role in the global supply chain.
However, due to their size and weight, semi trucks pose unique safety challenges on the road. Therefore, understanding and implementing essential safety features in these vehicles is of utmost importance to minimize accidents and protect both truck drivers and other road users.
On a tragic day in 2002, pediatrician Dr. Greg Gulbransen was moving his SUV from the street to his driveway when he accidentally backed over his two-year-old son, Cameron. Ultimately, Cameron died from injuries he received in the accident. And Cameron is not alone. Two children die every week in backover accidents and many more are injured.
In larger vehicles especially, like trucks and SUVs, the blind spots are too large. If a small child gets behind a large vehicle, he cannot be seen by the driver. That is why backup cameras are such an important safety feature.
USA Today--The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a regulation requiring all vehicles, including trucks and buses, to have rear-view visibility -- in effect, requiring rear-view cameras.
The rule applies to all vehicles under 10,000 pounds -- from the smallest subcompact to commercial vans.
The original time schedule had been to have on all vehicles in 2014. The rule just issued pushes it back the schedule to 2018, meaning 2019 model-year vehicles.
