Spring is here, and although Spring can mean better weather is on the horizon, the safety hazards of Winter aren’t necessarily gone. There are still a lot of safety precautions that need to be taken into consideration and weather is still a factor.
Here are some safe driving tips for drivers to use on the road during Spring.
- From May to August, there is typically more congestion and more chances for accidents. Maintain your lane, slow down, be patient and always remember the acronym, G.O.A.L. (get out and look) before backing out.
- In wet/rainy weather, slow down as breaking in the wet is only about half as effective as on dry roads, turn lights on, keep ample distance, make sure tires are good and have proper inflation, and skip cruise control.
- Skip the phone, mo matter the urge. It’s distracting and illegal to use.
- During Spring, vacationers and news drivers will flood the roads so it’s important to remain professional, be patient, stay alert and prepare to react.
- Make sure your GPS is designed for CMV.
- During Hail season, check the weather in hail belt states WY, CO, KS & MO
- Don’t get complacent, winter snow plows, sand, salt, etc, can all wreak havoc on the roads so expect new potholes and stay aware.
- During Spring there will be a lot of cyclists on the road. It’s everyone’s responsibility to share the roads.
- Storms can often result in fallen branches, trees and other hazards in the road. Again, keep an eye on the weather and stay alert.
Questions? Contact Medallion Transport & Logistics
Medallion Transport & Logistics is committed to driver support, especially when it comes to weather and travel tips. We offer our freight agents and owner operators a national tire purchase program and emergency road service, although preventative maintenance for safety and to avoid any down time is always encouraged. For questions about driver safety, give us a call at 704-235-0460 or send us an email to info@medalliontrans.com.
