The (5) Keys of driving OTR Every new driver should adhere to

Since you have to use your key to lock the door that would be unlikely.

 

Five keys?

One on my main key ring I keep in my pocket.

One on my spare key ring I keep in the overhead.

One in my wallet.

One zip tied under the frame.

One at home in my desk.

 

Never ever underestimate what some truckers are capable of!

 

WHY is this stuff relevant only to OTR truck driving? i am local class A tanker driver and i follow these things myself. always watch the mirrors, always leave more then enough following distance, always look ahead, and always make sure other vehicles see you. this is relevant to ALL forms of trucking.

 

there have been plenty of times the car ahead decides to turn into a driveway unexpectedly and since i drive like a professional and keep proper distance, i was easily and safely able to slow my truck down and stop if necessary. does not matter if the car ahead is being a jerk and doing 40 in a 55, unless you intend on passing keep your distance. if you intend on passing use extreme caution and make sure nothing is coming. dont be a fool at attempt this on a hill.