Minute by Minute Lessons for OTR The new mandate to provide a minute-by-minute lesson plan for those periods of training in the truck present a whole new level of difficulty. While specific training routes may be set up and plotted,…
Encountering Black Ice At this time of year, it’s likely that you’ll encounter black ice along your route while traveling. How does Black Ice form, anyway? This is caused by the normal melt and re-freezing of snow or ice after…
Safe Habits in Winter Driving Winter has arrived! Some of us will love this time of year, but, for the rest of us this increasesour chances of winter driving problems. We all dread the ice, sleet and snow that masses…
While training new drivers over the road, keep this in mind for demonstrating professional practices and safe technique. When your student is approaching an intersection or commercial driveway, and the unit is not in the curb lane, teach your student(s)…
Taking your driving test is undoubtedly daunting, but to help you mentally prepare, here are some top tips. Be patient with yourself: As with learning all new skills, it takes time to get comfortable with driving. Alongside active listening and researching…
This week’s Training Tip is provided by Julie Daniels, Motor Insurance Expert As a truck driver, driving at night is an essential part of the job; however, that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t get complacent. Driving after dark means reduced…