The most common question for new drivers: “Which trailer is most likely to roll over?” The answer is surprisingly simple – a combination of front and rear trailers. The front trailer is twice as likely to roll over as the tractor. The front trailer, however, is the most likely to turn over. It’s the wheels …
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First of all, let’s talk about the steering wheel. Most 18 Wheeler rigs have a steering wheel that is too large for the driver’s hands to grip comfortably. To solve this issue, we can use a steering wheel cover. These covers are available for various types of trucks and 18 Wheeler rigs. The best part …
If you’ve ever seen a moving man, you know that the speed changes with time. The same holds true for acceleration. The difference in speed divided by time is called the rate of acceleration. You can calculate your acceleration by computing the slope of the velocity versus time data. There are two components to acceleration: …
The speed and mass of an object determine its stopping power. If you’ve ever driven a train, you know that a moving train has a large mass, and therefore takes more force to stop than a car. The same is true of a car, which has more mass than a bus, but moves faster relative …
Starting Tuesday, the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge will start charging a toll in both directions. Drivers with E-ZPass cards will pay $6.12 for either direction, compared to $9.50 for the rest of the public. Staten Island residents will only have to pay $2.75. Since 1986, vehicles traveling from Brooklyn to Staten Island have been exempt from tolls. …
First, you should bring the vehicle you are driving for the test. It must meet the basic requirements for commercial driving, have a valid registration, and be insured. You can bring a licensed driver along with you if you wish. You should be comfortable driving in the car before the test. The examiner will check …
There’s always a debate about which brand is more reliable: Ford or GM? Both companies produce quality cars, but one has more longevity than the other. Ford’s infamous reliability issues are long-standing, and the worst of them are in the Ford Focus and Fiesta. Other Ford models, like the Fusion and Lincoln MKC, suffer from …
How much does a luxury 18-wheeler cost? That’s a question truckers are asked time and again, but few people consider the cost of operating such a truck. Fuel costs are one of the largest expenses, and while an average four-wheeler only consumes about 500 gallons of gas annually, an 18-wheeler can consume up to 41 …
If your car is cranking but not starting, it could be due to many different reasons. The problem may be with the fuel pressure or the restricted fuel line. Check the fuel pump relay and inlet strainer. If you can’t see power coming from the fuel pump, you can use a test light to see …
When you buy something from Best Buy, you may be wondering who will be responsible for delivery. While Best Buy uses regional carriers to ship their merchandise, you may also receive a package from one of their warehouse pickup locations. You can track your shipment with Best Buy’s delivery tracking tool. If you order something …