Oct 022010
 

There are approximately 251 million registered vehicles in the United States alone and in 2004 there were 198.8 million registered drivers with an estimated 6.6 million driver’s licenses likely to be issued in 2007-2008, according to information obtained from programs under the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

In 2005, there were nearly 6.4 million auto accidents resulting in approximately 40,000 fatalities, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In 2007, the USDOT reported that:

* There were 236,468 non-fatal large truck accidents

* 54,961 injury-related large truck accidents

* 80,752 injuries due to large truck accidents

Large truck accidents account for a significant portion of vehicle accidents every year and also account for a portion of crash-related injuries and fatalities among drivers, passengers and pedestrians.

According to research conducted by the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI), fatalities caused by truck accidents are rising and have steadily risen 5.8 percent over a the previous ten-year period. Causes of Truck Accidents There are a plethora of reasons that an individual can become involved in a truck accident, but there are a list of common, reoccurring truck accident scenarios that have been identified by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), which conducts research on highway collisions involving an array of motor vehicles.

The following are some of the primary causes for a fatality or injury because of a truck crash:

* Trucks hitting pedestrians

* The force of the collision between a large truck and a smaller passenger vehicle/vehicles

* Trucks hitting fixed objects

* Loss of control (tire blow out, vehicle failure, weather conditions, etc.)

* Animal in roadway

* Physical driver factor, including falling asleep, heart attack, etc.

Another study conducted by the FMCSA also found that truck accidents will vary based on roadway type, weight of vehicle and cargo body type. The study found that of the three main categories of roadway types (rural, urban and unknown), urban roadways (interstate, freeways, expressways, etc.) accounted for 63 percent of all large truck accidents. Additionally, weight factored into the equation of truck accidents and truck fatalities/injuries.

The study measured truck weight by single unit trucks (two axles, threes axles, etc.) and combination trucks (tractor trucks, truck pulling trailers, etc.). Of these, 62 percent of accidents were made up by combination trucks, specifically the tractor truck pulling a trailer.

The study also detailed the different varieties of truck types involved in accidents:

* Van trucks, including closed van, refrigerated van and open top van

* Dump trucks (rear dump trucks and bottom dump/hopper bottom)

* Tankers (tank-liquid, tank-dry bulk and tank-compressed gas)

* Garbage refuse trucks

* Cement mixers

* Pole/logging trucks

* Auto carriers

* Livestock carriers

* Bobtail units (with no cargo body)

* Other category, which includes tow trucks, etc.

* Unknown category (meaning un-inspected vehicles)

Of these trucks, the van trucks accounted for 46 percent of large truck crashes with dump trucks accounting for 16 percent of accidents and flatbed trucks accounting for 15 percent.

Truck Accident Costs While the percentage of truck accidents varies each year, the UMTRI has noted that there is a steady increase of truck accident fatalities and injuries among passengers.

Accompanying this increase is the rising costs per crash. The USDOT funded a study through the Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation (PIRE) to determine the average costs of medium and heavy truck crashes.

The study found that: An average truck accident cost $91,112 in 2005.

* Crashes involving truck-tractors with two or three trailers accounted for the most costly crashes averaging $289,549 per crash.

* Truck crashes involving trucks with no trailers and straight trucks cost an average of $56,296 per crash.

* Truck crashes that involved a fatality cost nearly $3,604,518 per crash.

* Whereas, truck crashes involving injury-only crashes averaged at $195,258 per crash.

While the costs of fatal and non-fatal accidents have been considered shockingly high by some, the study noted that these cost estimates excluded additional factors such as:

* mental health costs

* roadside furniture repair costs

* cargo delays

* earnings lost by family and friends involved in or caring for truck accident victims

* the value of schoolwork lost was also not factored

Because of these exclusions, the estimated truck accident costs may even be considerable higher than estimated by the USDOT.

Seeking Assistance after a Truck Accident

It is often difficult for an individual to gauge the devastation that has just occurred after a truck collision. It is important that an individual who has suffered from a truck accident seeks medical attention immediately.

While an individual may feel no pain after an accident, their injuries may be internal and an examination by a medical professional immediately following an accident can ensure that the appropriate safety precautions are taken.

Additionally, it may be necessary for a truck accident victim to consult an experienced truck accident attorney for legal purposes, which may include a legal consultation for a potential truck accident lawsuit.

Developing a truck accident lawsuit may seem to be a drastic measure by some, but when considering the costs associated with a truck accident, whether fatal or non-fatal, it can be deemed a necessary step, one that may provide monetary compensation in return for damages following a truck collision.

 

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Oct 052010
 

The demand for truck drivers is rising and those who can drive wheels can gain from the employment opportunity offered by the trucking industry. However, before submitting the resume, taking a moment to evaluate the truck driving job hiring is a relevant step. Perhaps, you need to undergo certain processes including training to be qualified in a job hiring for truck drivers.  Or most probably, you need to do background checking. Trucking companies do not just accept any driver capable of maneuvering big multiple wheels. Agencies that regulate the operation of trucks are also your factors of concerns.

Prior to paying a fee to any truck driving school, you have to make sure that your driving history is clean as this may be a consideration in making an entry to a truck-driving career.
What are the factors that might make you reconsider a job in truck driving?

Traffic Violations
Two traffic violations for the past 3 years may still help you land a truck driving job in a trucking company. If you have more than two, then you should be scratching out any job poster you keep about the trucking job and opt for another career.
Moreover, if you are charged with reckless driving, the record should be over the last five years prior to handing over your resume to any trucking company.  

Theft and Felony
Ex-convicted felons may still have chances to work in the trucking industry. However, companies are vigilant to persons having criminal records. In most situations, this is a ground for rejection during the job application.
Furthermore, committing misdemeanor particularly theft during juvenile stage is a barrier to your chance getting a job in truck driving. The record will blot your personality and may render you not trustworthy to handle goods with value. And as far the record shows, your chance driving behind the truck wheels is slim to nil.

History of Alcohol and Illegal Possession of Drug Charges
Charges that almost define your personality and stain your reputation will render you liability in the eyes of companies. But even if charges that are beyond what you normally do can blot your integrity, hampering your chance to have a job that may seem simple to do as truck driving.    
Alcohol abuser or alcoholics may have a least chance acquiring a job in truck driving. Even if you have undergone rehabilitation from drug or alcohol abuse, your history with drugs or alcohol or both may render you unfit to drive trucks that require clear head to maneuver heavy pounds of metal in populated roads.

The enumerated factors are misconducts that can be prevented if you take great particular to your future career working in companies that reward efforts and result-driven contributions. But if you want a new life after staying behind the bars or doing misdemeanors and receiving traffic tickets, then you may have to do further consultation to assess situation in landing a job in the trucking industry.
Truck driving is a regulated career as accidents are prone on the roads and are likely to happen to any truck.
Trucks may seem an intimidating moving structure. Its sheer size is oftentimes regarded to be a threat on the road. But the danger caused by trucks is on how it is manipulated on the driver’s seat.

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Oct 062010
 

But the long hours of recreation in the hot sun and the excitement of spending the week with friends can cause fatigue on the drive home. Six hours of sleep or less triples your risk of becoming sleepy while driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) conservatively estimates that 100,000 police-reported crashes are the direct result of driver fatigue each year. This results in an estimated 1,550 deaths, 71,000 injuries and $12.5 billion in monetary losses.

Being fatigued while driving can result in a serious crash due to:

? Impaired reaction time, judgment and vision

? Problems with information processing and short-term memory

? Increased moodiness and aggressive behaviors

To increase your chance of arriving home safely, make plans for your return from Spring Break that allow for a good night’s sleep the night before you leave. Sleep experts recommend at least seven to nine hours. Avoid alcohol and medications (over-the-counter and prescribed) that may impair performance. Plan to leave at a time which will not require you to drive through the night.

Take your driving trip with a companion so you can switch drivers when needed. Passengers can also watch for early signs of driver fatigue. Passengers should stay awake to talk to the driver. Schedule regular stops every 100 miles or two hours. Never try to drive “straight through” – you might never arrive at all. When you stop, spend several minutes stretching and taking a short walk. Sometimes all this is not

Possible then use a safety device to alert you.

Safety Device – Keeps you safe on road -

No Nap is a inexpensive automobile safety device, that prevents drivers falling asleep at the wheel. This intelligent device is designed to detect when the driver is in danger of DOZING off and immediately alerts him / co-passengers. Prevents a potential crash. The light weight gadget fits over drivers left ear and triggers alert buzzer observing the drivers drowsiness. No Nap is a essential safety device a MUST HAVE on all road travels

 

 

Oct 072010
 

Looking for a job? Have you considered driving a truck?

What is involved? Driving, early starts and maybe night driving, lots of fast food and little exercise.

What skills do I need?

· You need to have a full automobile driving licence.

· You need to be over 18, over 21 or even 25 in some cases. Check with the licensing people regarding the minimum age for driving a truck.

· The ability to speak English. Many companies will not let you onto their premises unless you can understand safety signs and directions written in English.

· Patience. You will meet a lot of stupidity as you drive around the country, largely from inexperienced drivers.

· The ability to work early mornings, or late evenings, without it affecting your body chemistry too much

Where do you start? There are several routes into the job.

· You can start as a driver’s assistant, sitting in the cab, helping to unload and blocking traffic when the driver is reversing the truck. The company will hopefully contribute towards the cost of your truck driving training.

· You can pay a truck driving school to teach you the ins and outs of handling different kinds of trucks.

Once you have a licence you can apply for driving jobs anywhere your licence is valid, or you can buy a truck and set up a transport company. Setting up as an owner-operator is best left until you have more experience of the business.

There are always going to be jobs for truck drivers. It’s just a matter of finding them. This is implicit in any distributed economy, where such a large proportion of end-users are only reachable by road transport.

Owner operators have to actively seek out loads to carry. The Internet makes this much easier. You can contact load brokers, who have access to information on loads to be moved from one part of the country to another. No longer will you have to factor into your quotes having to return empty, so you will get more jobs.

Trucking companies are always looking for employed drivers and all you have to do is to search the Internet, especially the specialist truck driving agency sites to find opportunities in your area.

You will be able to apply for more jobs if your licence covers a wider range of trucks and if you are prepared to travel longer distances or to consider night driving.

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Oct 082010
 
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Tractor-trailer truck accidents are among the most common truck accidents in the United States. According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Crash Avoidance Research, there were 1.6 million truck tractors and 3.6 million trailers in use in the motor carrier industry in 1998.

Also, in 2001, there were 7.9 million heavy trucks registered in the United States – 4 percent of all registered vehicles, according to the NHTSA.

Heavy trucks are considered those with a weight greater than 10,000 pounds. Heavy trucks are involveved in an array of traffic accidents, with this number ever increasing. They are also involved in rollovers accidents as well. Although rollover accidents are not as frequent, they can result in more damage to the vehicle and more injury to the driver.

Improving Tractor Trailer Truck Technology

Tractor-trailer trucks are involved in approximate average of 200,000 crashes annually, however, that number is quickly increasing, according to the NHTSA. In 2002 there were 435,000 large trucks involved in traffic accidents, of these accidents, nearly 4,542 involved a fatality.

Attempts are being made to improve the technology used within the tractor-trailer truck industry and with the development of commercial vehicles. Due to unavoidable constraints among current combination-unit truck trailer electrical powering and communications systems, there is becoming an increase in mechanical failures causing truck crashes.

The NHTSA has developed the Truck Multiplexing (TruckMux) project to better equip truck drivers with communications and technology between the tractor and the trailer, because truck accidents can frequently occur due to a loss of control between the two units. Other items that are also being worked on to better improve tractor-trailer trucks and thus decrease the number of accidents associated, include:

* advanced lighting multiplex modules

* trailer air brake reservoir low pressure

* brake status

* air suspension pressure and height

* tandem axle load

* rear object detection

* side object detection

* trailer door open

These are just a few of the technological issues that can cause a tractor-trailer truck accident, however, there are a plethora of reasons that a tractor-trailer truck accident can occur. For example, a study from the Large Truck Crash Causation Study from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, NHTSA and U.S Department of Transportation (DOT) discovered that there are two different categories of truck accidents: driver conditions and environmental/outside conditions. Some driver conditions include:

* traveling too fast for conditions

* driver fatigue

* aggressive driving behavior

* illness

* conversation

* alcohol, drug or prescription drug use

* interior distraction

* following too closely

* misjudgment of gap distance

Some of the environmental conditions include the following:

* roadway or weather related factors

* stop required to crash

* traffic flow interruption

* sightline obstructed

* other traffic/vehicle factors

* vehicle brake deficiency

* cargo shift or securement

* tire deficiency

* jackknife event

* brake, transmission or tire failure

* other vehicle defects

Tractor Trailer Accidents

The NHTSA has also developed a 10-year study to better determine the trends of heavy truck accidents. According to the study, the increase of truck accidents is occurring, and while many more individuals involved in accidents are wearing seatbelts/restraints, the fatalities associated with heavy truck accident/tractor trailer truck accidents is increasing. The study, conducted from 1994 to 2002, determined that:

* The lowest number of fatal accidents for this time period was 523 in 2002.

* On average, 18 percent of all heavy truck accidents and fatal injuries were a result of a single vehicle rollover accident.

* There was an annual 6 percent of heavy truck accidents involving fatalities and incapacitating injuries associated with restrained drivers.

* On average, 35 percent of heavy truck drivers were wearing restraint during this time period.

Avoiding Harm After a Tractor Trailer Truck Accident

If involved in a tractor-trailer truck accident, it is imperative that, whether injuries are visible or not, an individual seek medical attention immediately. As some injuries may be internal, it is important to ensure all potential conditions are thoroughly reviewed by a physician. Additionally, it may be necessary for an individual to consult with a tractor-trailer truck accident attorney on the specifics of developing a truck accident lawsuit.

Often, medical bills as well as additional costs of missing work, school, etc., are associated with being involved in a tractor-trailer truck accident, which is why it may be necessary to develop truck accident litigation and pursue compensation for the injury incurred.

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Oct 092010
 
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Truck driving job is not an easy job. It is a risky and sensitive job that requires some skills.  Driving a truck is very different from just driving a car or just other vehicles because aside from its size, the driver also needs to ensure not only the safety of the truck but also the safety of the goods he’s carrying. He must deliver the goods safely and in good quality to its destination. This is why having a driver’s license is not sufficient enough for someone to qualify for the work of a truck driver.

To be a truck driver, one must be physically and mentally fit as well as on legal age, majority of truckers are male but female are also welcome in the industry.  One of the most important things an aspiring truck driver should have is the CDL training. He should took this course and pass the exams given before he can start becoming a truck driver.

But what is CDL training and why is it important. CDL or commercial driving license is a course that trains a person to become a truck driver. In this course the driver will learn the proper skills in driving different types and sizes of trucks and ensuring its safety on the road under all conditions.  Once you have completed this course and pass the exams given after, you are now ready to be a truck driver and can assure of high paying jobs in trucking industry.

CDL course is normally offered by truck driving schools. Some truck driving schools also help their students find a job after completing the course. They make sure that qualified students will land on the right job for them. There are also some schools that offer grants and other financial assistance to those drivers whose training is not supported by their employers.

Truck driving is actually one of those top jobs that can pay up to $100, 000 yearly. That is according to statistics and has been proven already. It only means that even without higher education, one can still do big in his career and receive good amount of income. It just need some time of training.

That is also why, it is important to know how to choose the right school to get your CDL training. There are a lot of training schools available both public and private but not all are able to give high quality trainings. They vary on types of programs they implement that’s why one must be careful and wise in choosing which one is the best. It will not be bad if you ask some experienced drivers.

After you have been completed your CDL training, you are now ready to take the driving skills exam administered by the state or third party. The examinations usually have two parts, the written and the practical exams. It aims to test the ability and the skill of the driver in terms of how he inspects his truck and its safety before going, he’s knowledge on basic parking, maneuvering, backing of truck whether he’s on closed driving range or public roads. Those were just some of the things that you can expect on exams.

Remember that all the skills and knowledge that you will learn and know will depend upon the CDL training school that you chose. So be sure that you have chosen the one that have great training program.

CDL training is your key to enter the world of high paying job in trucking industry. If you wish to be successful and build a career in this industry, you must get a training certification and accreditation. This will ensure bright future for you in truck driving job.

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Oct 102010
 
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Regardless of whether they operate with their BOC-3s or not, trucks and big rigs that traverse the highways of the United States have always been a staple of the American road. That said, these trucks create a pretty huge impression on those who see them drive by. Trucks and rigs that flaunt catchy designs and graphics generate a lasting impression. An investigation on the matter, which was headed by the American Trucking Association, revealed that 90% of people are more likely to notice the words, pictures, and other graphics on trucks and rigs.

Fusing this fact to the bigger picture, trucks that have operating authority within city limits can make 16 million impressions a year. That means that trucks, regardless of having a BOC-3 or not, do make people’s heads turn and notice the decals and details painted on its sides. Other truck customizations include full body painting, logo designs, chrome plating, and neon lighting systems. Accessories are also a great addition to make any rig more attractive, such as 10-inch exhaust pipes, chrome visors, and customized hoods. Modern trucks and rigs can also be fitted with additional features such as air-conditioning and polished wood for fixtures such as bunks and cabinets within the truck’s cab itself.

Such attractive designs have ushered in a new trend in the trucking industry – truck-side advertising. Trucks can now be modified into rolling billboards with customized paint jobs that can bring in profits ranging from $3,800 above for 53-foot rigs. Swaying with this trend may still be a risky move but with the right operating authority and some faith, any trucking company can blaze the trail for the next truckers to follow.

Although not a new trend in the trucking industry, truck brokerage still offers its brokers lucrative pay, despite the fact that truck brokers do not shoulder the legal responsibility for any loss of or damage to the shippers’ goods while in transit. While broker authority is limited to selecting the carriers for the shippers and the operating authority, truck brokers enjoy significant success in this field. Truck brokerage has attracted a lot of people, especially since broker authority leaves other truckers outside the parameters of the law with regards to shipment transportation.

Recent regulations imposed on the trucking industry mandates trucking firms and companies to purchase recent models of trucks and rigs due to environmental concerns. Truck brokers, even though their broker authority does not cover trucking operations, may need to work with trucking companies who strictly adhere to environment regulations.

Moreover, due to the rising cost of fuel and operations to maintain a trucking business, most trucking companies are resorting to several means to become as efficient on energy as possible. Currently, the trucking industry in the United States consumes approximately 18 billion gallons of fuel, accounting for over 12% of the country’s total fuel consumption.

An important factor in fuel economy is route management. In terms of trucking operations, most trucking firms squeeze as much shipment of goods as possible to deliver them in a strategic way that saves time and fuel. Modern trucking companies are employing GPS and software that aid trucks and rigs in efficiently reducing fuel usage. Computer programs give out intelligent analyses on alternative routes and scheduled stops. Other new technologies being used by trucking firms include tire inflation for optimum tire performance and hybrid truck engines.

Speaking of fuel, most trucking firms buy their fuel supply from states where diesel is not as expensive as in others. States where diesel fuel is cheap include:

•    Delaware
•    New Jersey
•    Missouri
•    Oklahoma
•    South Carolina
•    Maryland
•    Pennsylvania
•    Kansas
•    Iowa
•    Virginia

The following cities offer the cheapest rate on diesel and other petroleum products:

•    Oklahoma
•    Des Moines
•    Houston
•    Wichita
•    St. Louis
•    Trenton
•    Wilmington
•    Baltimore
•    Dallas
•    Tucson

Trucking companies and firms understand that gas prices vary and may have a 20% differential within just a few blocks. In extreme cases, trucking firms even purchase their diesel supply in certain regions where their legal operating authority and BOC-3 are not honored, such as Mexico.

Fuel wastage is also caused by drag. In fact, at least 50% of the power generated by a truck is utilized to overcome drag at highway speeds. Reducing aerodynamic drag can definitely save energy and this can be achieved by: selecting a sleeper package appropriate for the trailer; aerodynamic treatment like roof fairing for use with van trailers, chassis and trailer fairings, cab extenders and aerodynamic mirrors; removal of accessory components from the air stream if possible; and wheelbase and fifth wheel settings.

Finally, correct driver behavior and proper truck maintenance also come into play. The truck driver must avoid excessive speeding and idling to save on fuel. The use of the fuel economy display also helps monitor usage. To keep a truck in good condition, make sure to: maintain correct tire inflation pressure; change air and fuel filters at the appropriate intervals; and keep drive and steer axles properly aligned to reduce rolling resistance. Monitor fuel quality at the pump; dirty fuel causes the fuel injectors to clog or exhibit improper spray pattern.

The use of aluminum flooring for trucks is also an efficient way to cut cost without sacrificing performance. Since aluminum is a lighter material, a truck or rig can accommodate greater loads of shipment while spending less on fuel.

The trucking industry may be dampened by the rise of fuel costs and the surfacing of environmental issues, but with the latest trends and improvements on truck navigation, operation, and fuel efficiency, it is safe to say that trucks and rigs will remain a huge part of the American highway for years to come.

About the Author:

Mr. Tanner, the President of J.D. Tanner & Associates is a major provider of trucking business insurance coverage since 1992. They are dedicated to provide the best customer service and efficient transactions possible when obtaining trucking authority. With licenses to write insurance policies in 48 states, Tanner is one of the top trucking insurance brokers.

Oct 102010
 
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Guarantee – If you are buying a truck or a semi truck with long term warranty, it can really be advantageous to the truck drivers. It has been seen, such warranties offered with semi trucks provides good deal to the users because repairing the trucks can prove to be very costly it can eat up more money then you actually pay your installments. With warranties, the drivers can be tension free and drive the vehicle with full confidence. Used trucks for sale on Internet can be rewarding because they are cost effective.

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Buying a new semi truck or used truck for sale over Internet is a matter of personal choice, but it is necessary to be very cautious when making a choice for buying a new truck or used trucks for sale on Internet. Buying used trucks would save lots of your money which you would have otherwise spent on new truck, for the first time drivers, and risky business it is advisable to go for used trucks for sale over Internet or any other available resource.

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Oct 202010
 
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If you have ever driven trucks without bed liners then you have probably experienced skid row. Skid row is in the bed of the truck and is the place where everything moves forward to the tailgate and then returns to the head of the truck bed every time you use the brakes. Heaven forbid you should have to stop quickly, because the sound of cargo hitting the metal sides of the truck bed is excruciating. You can count the dings and dents in your truck without even looking at the situation.

Installing truck bed liners is a simple solution to the problem at hand. The cost of pickup trucks dictates taking good care of your vehicle in order to keep it as nice as possible for as long as possible. Skidding cargo is something you want to prevent, but tying every thing down each time you drive the truck can be time consuming and annoying. This is especially true if you often carry hand tools or garden tools used on jobs.

Trucks are designed today to look nice as nice as an auto. They are made with sleek styling and comfortable interiors. Letting the truck bed get scratched and dented by shifting loads can ruin the overall appearance of the truck. When you have invested a lot of money in your truck, it only makes sense to keep the bed as nice as the rest of the truck. You can polish and wax the exterior of the truck for a solid week, but if you let the truck bed get beat up the rest of the truck appearance suffers too.

Truck bed liners made with heavy duty polyethylene can protect the truck bed from damage due to shifting loads. The truck bed liners are designed with ridges that keep anything in the truck bed slightly raised so there is never a problem with standing water. The ridges are reinforced so they can handle heavy loads like equipment or construction tools. The surface of the liner is skid resistant to provide additional stability to truck bed loads.

One common problem that trucks experience is rust due to standing water in the truck bed and poor drainage which leads to pockets of standing water. It doesn’t take long for standing water to become dirty and foul which only makes it more difficult to keep a truck nice. Truck bed liners are installed so they promote drainage out of the truck bed and not into the body of the truck or the tailgate.

Truck bed liners can turn skid row into luxury accommodations! The liners are easily installed. They are made to fit either under truck rails or to rest on the rails. The truck bed liners installed under the rails do not require any clips or screws. The liners installed over the rails need simple clips that fit over the rails and do no require any drilling. It doesn’t matter whether you snap in or clip on the liner. Either way you get the same protection for your truck bed and the identical cargo support. The truck bed liners are installed in the bed and on the tailgate so you can load your cargo without worry.

Truck bed liners are made for most domestic or import models. The liners offer bed protection that makes it easier to transport cargo. The liners prevent loads from shifting, protect the bed from scratches and keep your truck looking nice. The liners are designed to prevent water from standing in the bed of the truck which also protects anything you are hauling. Standing water can get into the crevices of the truck and cause rusting.

If you want to keep your truck looking nice, prevent the chance of rust developing and improve your ability to carry cargo then sturdy truck bed liners are the answer.

Andy West is a writer for Buy Auto Truck Accessories which offers many auto accessories including truck bed liners.

Oct 222010
 
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The trucking industry is a vital component of the national economy. For this reason, a great deal of research goes into developing new accident prevention technologies. In the past, accident prevention usually meant the reduction of damages if an accident were to take place. Today, smart systems are being developed to keep drivers safe on the road.

The Next Generation in Stability Control

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) has become an integral part of trucking safety. ESC is the system that selectively applies brakes to one or more wheels when the truck begins to lose control. ESC II is currently being developed to further decrease loss of vehicle control. This is accomplished through a combination of slight steering input, as well as throttle and braking control. Tests are being conducted to expand these mechanisms to include rear wheel steering control through active multi-link suspension systems.

Pre-Collision Systems

Pre-Collision Systems have been installed in many of the more expensive car models and can be adapted for use in trucks. If a collision is imminent, the system senses the approaching cars and other obstacles and activates preventative measures to try to stop or minimize the collision and to protect the driver. Measures taken may be full activation of brakes and activation of safety devices. Some systems even include video cameras to act as a second pair of eyes for the driver.

Adaptive Cruise Control

In addition to regulating speed, this system uses radar to maintain safe traveling distances between vehicles. As the truck approaches another vehicle, brakes and throttle are adjusted accordingly.

Lane Departure Warning

Cameras are installed in the truck to detect the stripes denoting lanes or road margins. If the truck begins to cross these lines, a chime and warning light are activated. In testing, this system was very effective on highways in alerting drowsy drivers that they are not paying attention to the road.

Brake Assist

This is a mechanism that measures the pressure applied to the brakes. If a rapid hard thrust is applied, as when a driver is trying to avoid a collision, the maximum braking capability is increased adding greater braking power.

Blind Spot Detection

This system uses cameras to observe a trucks blind spots. If the driver attempts to change lanes while a vehicle is in the trucks blind spots, a warning is given to the driver.

Night Vision

Infrared technology can be applied to increase a drivers vision ability at night. Drivers have reported many night vision systems as being confusing, but better systems are being developed.

Rollover Mitigation

Sensors augment stability control in order to detect when the truck is beginning to tip. Stability control then applies brakes in an effort to prevent the rollover. If this fails safety systems, such as airbags, are activated.

Active Head Restraints

During a collision, head restraints move forward to brace the head in an effort to prevent whiplash.

Voice Recognition

As every driver knows, attempting to fumble with gear and gadgets can reduce the ability of a driver to control a truck. For this reason implementing voice recognition systems for control of radios, climate control, cell phones, etc. is seen as a way to greatly increase driver safety.

Intelligent Networks

Systems are being developed that allow vehicles to communicate with each other. This would operate in a similar fashion to drivers further down the road informing others of ice or accidents. All vehicles would report to each other a variety of factors including road conditions, weather, obstructions, and so on.

Joseph Trzepla is currently consulting for both the Truck Insurance Group, which specializes in commercial truck insurance and Cover Me Insurance Agency which provides truck insurance for long haul truckers. He has successfully helped these companies more then double their business within a year.

Sep 162011
 

anyone know a place that has hard to find isuzu truck parts? specifically fuel injection pumps?

I’m looking for a fuel injection pump for a 1985 Isuzu Diesel Pickup 2.2L, 5 speed, 4 cylinder. i have googled my butt off, placed ads, made inquiries and so far no one anywhere has one. if u know of a place that carries old hard to find parts please let me know! it doesn’t matter the condition or price!

Answer
not trying to insult you,but have you tried the usual,autozone,dealer,or other parts stores? give them a call. if you have a carquest or O’rielly’s they usually stock parts that can be hard to find. also try places that service diesel fleet vehicles, and it may have an application that has crossed over to a more recent model year.

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GENERAL
a. This manual is an illustrated list of all
items required or authorized for organizational
maintenance. Items having allowances
must be on hand or on order at all times in
the quantities determined by paragraph 3.

b. For prices of the Ordnance items listed
herein, see the appropriate supply manual of
the SM 9-2 series, Stock List of All Items Price
List.. Prices of items that are the responsibility
of Materiel Control agencies other
than Ordnance Materiel Control may be obtained
from the appropriate type-2 supply
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Answer
not trying to insult you,but have you tried the usual,autozone,dealer,or other parts stores? give them a call. if you have a carquest or O’rielly’s they usually stock parts that can be hard to find. also try places that service diesel fleet vehicles, and it may have an application that has crossed over to a more recent model year.

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try contacting these folks: 4wheeldrive.about.com/cs/otherparts/​index_2.htm

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http://www.car-stuff.com/store/parts.php?N=9923+4294966696+1588+11921 You will find everything you need for you truck here.Everything from body sheet metal,door handles,engine and exhaust parts and tons more.Ive used this site for years and found great prices and quility parts.Best of luck.

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what process is responsible and why is it resticted to the lower parts of the truck?

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http://www.jcwhitney.com

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Where on the web can I find parts for my truck?!??!?

I have a 1984 Ford L9000 truck. I cannot find one website online that sells parts for it, more specificly I need a driver side and passanger doors. This is driving me insane does anyone know a site? I dont care if it is used or new i just need doors!

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http://www.jcwhitney.com

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Any place where they sell truck parts?

I have a 1984 Toyota 22R (truck) and i’m looking for the backseat of it. I looked everywhere even on ebay. I awas planning of going to a junk yard. But i dont know if they will have it there. any website would help out. thank you

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they will have it at the junkyard my dad goes and gets parts for the volvo FOO you guys should go together :)

awwww

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Any place where they sell truck parts?

I have a 1984 Toyota 22R (truck) and i’m looking for the backseat of it. I looked everywhere even on ebay. I awas planning of going to a junk yard. But i dont know if they will have it there. any website would help out. thank you

Answer
they will have it at the junkyard my dad goes and gets parts for the volvo FOO you guys should go together :)

awwww

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Where to buy RC truck parts to customize your RC truck?

I have a remote control truck ( NISSAN V8 TITAN). I thought of getting the Toyota FJ Cruiser but then I thought of customize my RC Nissan. I don’t know where to buy all the parts of an RC truck

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Go on Ebay toys and hobbies,radio control parts. You will find anything you need.

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Go on Ebay toys and hobbies,radio control parts. You will find anything you need.

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