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Tips by Denise

What are your helpful hints and solutions for managing your business and surviving life on the road? Progressive Truck Tips allows you to share your sensible solutions as well as humorous advice and get tips from other users, just like you.

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Posted by Denise in Fuel Savings Tips / Rating: 4.88

Use alternate roads when safer, shorter, and straighter. Compare traveling distance differences. Remember that corners, curves, and lane jumping requires extra gas. The shortest distance between two points is always straight.

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Posted by Denise in Safety Tips / Rating: 4.64

If you are stopped behind a large vehicle on an incline, leave space between the vehicle and yours in case the vehicle operator allows the vehicle to drift backwards slightly when it starts to move. If possible, try not to drive next to a large vehicle. The best defensive driving technique when dealing with large vehicles is to stay away from them.

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Posted by Denise in Vehicle & Driving Tips / Rating: 4.90

Since large vehicles need additional turning space, never try to squeeze into the space next to a large truck when it is making a turn. As the truck continues its turn, it might just drive over the top of your vehicle.

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Posted by Denise in Safety Tips / Rating: 4.90

3 Myths about Seat Belts

MYTH 1
Safety belts are uncomfortable and restrict movement.

FACT
Most drivers find that once they correctly adjust the seat, lap and shoulder belt, most drivers find that discomfort and restrictive movement can be alleviated.

MYTH 2
Wearing a safety belt is a personal decision that doesn't affect anyone else.

FACT
Not wearing a safety belt can certainly affect your family and loved ones. It can also affect other motorists since wearing a safety belt can help you avoid losing control of your truck in a crash. It's the law; Federal regulations require commercial vehicle drivers to buckle up.

MYTH 3
Safety belts prevent your escape from a burning or submerged vehicle.

FACT
Safety belts can keep you from being knocked unconscious, improving your chances of escape. Fire or submersion occurs in less than 5% of fatal large truck crashes.


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Posted by Denise in Safety Tips / Rating: 4.89

Safety is good for your business.

Good safety practices can save lives, reduce injuries, and improve your bottom line.

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Posted by Denise in Funny Tips / Rating: 4.90

Only in America...do we park in DRIVEWAYS and drive on PARKWAYS.

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