What Causes Tractor Trailer Truck Accidents?
Aubrey Allen Smith is a veteran over the road driver with 29 years experience in the trucking industry. Smith posted the top 10 causes of truck accidents on his blog recently. According to Smith, as the interstates and highways continue to become more populated, we will see more and more motor vehicle accidents. Even though trucking companies have improved their safety training, new statistics show an alarming rate of truck crashes.
Top 10 Causes of Truck Accidents
1. Prescription Drug Use 26%
2. Traveling Too Fast 23%
3. Unfamiliar with Roadway 22%
4. Over-the-counter Drug Use 18%
5. Inadequate Surveillance 14%
6. Fatigue 13%
7. Illegal Maneuver 9%
8. Exterior Distraction 8%
9. Inadequate Evasive Action 7%
10. Aggressive Driving Behavior 7%
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