If you drive for a living, there’s no greater disaster than when your vehicle suddenly stops working. For truckers, time is money. With your rig out of action, you’re losing both. Have you planned what you’ll do while awaiting roadside assistance? Follow these tips to make the best of a bad situation.
Safety First
Whatever your freight or vehicle’s value, your personal safety is always the prime concern. Any other advice is useless if it puts you in harm’s way. Your life is the most precious cargo you’ll ever carry.
What’s the Problem?
Some mechanical malfunctions can be quickly fixed with a bit of basic know-how. First, figure out the source of the trouble. If it’s something you can solve yourself, it’s worth your time to take out your toolkit and get to work. For a company truck, be sure to tell your bosses about your roadside repairs for their … Read more