Why are tractor trailers so dangerous on the road?
Tractor trailers can be particularly damaging and dangerous because of their size and weight relative to the passenger cars that share the road with them. The weight of tractor trailers can reach up to 30 times that of normal passenger cars, which places the occupants of passenger cars at high risk of severe injuries like spinal cord damage, traumatic brain injury, and even death. Their weight also affects the truck’s ability to both brake and accelerate; unlike passenger cars that can, for the most part, brake and accelerate at relatively quick rates, trucks take much longer to come to a stop and accelerate to a higher speed. This, combined with the fact that trucks are not as maneuverable as passenger cars makes tractor trailers dangerous vehicles. Furthermore, tractor trailer drivers are often unable to see certain areas next to and behind their vehicle because of substantial blind spots. The height and weight of the truck, in conjunction with the weight of the cargo, make tractor t
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