Some motorcycle riders in Nebraska believe that riding in winter is not an option, and they cover their bikes with tarps and put them in hibernation until the first signs of spring. However, you might have different ideas because, with the proper kit and some common...
The fall season presents many unique hazards that truck drivers should be on the lookout for. Recognize the Hazards: Environment: Fall brings slippery road conditions due to rain, fog, early frosts, and leaves on the roadway. Equipment: Equipment deficiencies, such as...
The back-to-school season is in full swing. If you are a parent, then you probably also double as your child's chauffeur. Between driving your kids to school, playdates and extracurricular activities, you may as well open your own driving service. But even if you...
The end of August brings thousands of students throughout Nebraska back to school. Newly licensed drivers, bus drivers and mothers and fathers dropping children off bring hectic situations to the roadway. As Nebraska's construction season comes to close, the...
Safety Belt Use Though it is required by law, it can't be said enough – buckle up. In a frontal collisions occurring at 30 mph, an unbelted person continues to move forward at 30 mph. When they hit the windshield, it is at the same velocity a person falling from the...
Aggressive driving puts you and others at risk of serious injury or death. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), aggressive driving occurs when an individual commits a combination of moving traffic offenses that endangers other...
The jackhammer outside the window, the honking horns — for many of us, loud noise can be a source of stress or a frequent annoyance. Heavy road traffic, loud office conversations, live music concerts, noise from construction sites or even loud telephones can cause...
Healthy eating on the road is essential for maintaining a normal Body Mass Index (BMI) and helping your body function at peak performance. The key is to remember that healthy eating involves portion control and choosing foods wisely. Read the information below, and...
Millions of truckers haul their cargo in big rigs across the country. Many of them travel from logistics companies in Nebraska. If this is the manner in which you earn your living, you will know that you have to consider more than the threat of crashes every time you...
Crashes can happen almost anywhere, and the devastation they cause can be shattering. In many cases, crashes end up resulting in serious injuries for at least one victim, block off roadways and damage the surrounding area. Take, for example, this crash in Nebraska...
