If you have to slow down suddenly, my truck needs space and time to slow down and stop. Trucks can't slow down safely with just a moment's notice. Don't pull back into my lane until you can see my truck's headlights in your rear-view mirror. Randy Peluso - Langley, British Columbia 3. Just like automobiles, the first rule of safety with trucks is see and be seen .
Trucks have large blind spots on both sides, directly behind and in front.
Stay away from those areas as much as possible. Russ Chaffman - Calgary, Alberta 4. When in doubt, don't pass . The longer the truck, the more distance you will need to pass it. Sometimes it's hard to tell how long a truck is from behind.