Overcorrection Video
A short computer generated video by Safercar.gov which shows how overcorrecting will cause a vehicle to flip over.

The Critical Factor: Maintaining Control In A Rapid Air Loss Situation
A great video provided by Michelin that discusses how to handle a tire blow out on a commercial vehicle.

Anti-Lock Braking Systems: What Every Truck Driver Should Know
An 11 minute video produced by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration that explains anti-lock brake procedures for trucks.

The 60 Second Driver: TIRE BLOW OUTS
What to do in the event that your vehicle blows a tire.

The 60 Second Driver: ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
Great video that explains how ABS is meant to work.

The 60 Second Driver: WET WEATHER DRIVING
Some good tips on driving in the rain.

The 60 Second Driver: HYDROPLANING
An explanation of hydroplaning and how to handle it if it happens.

The 60 Second Driver: SKIDDING
What to do if you find yourself skidding on the roadway.

The 60 Second Driver: Off-Road Recovery
What to do if you find yourself driving off the road surface.

The 60 Second Driver: DRIVING TOO FAST FOR CONDITIONS
A reminder that the speed limit may be too fast in poor environmental conditions.

The 60 Second Driver: STOPPING FASTER IN NEUTRAL
A demonstration that shows how a vehicle will stop in a shorter distance if the transmission is in neutral.

The 60 Second Driver: BRAKE FAILURE
What to do if your brakes fail.

The 60 Second Driver: SAFE FOLLOWING DISTANCE
How to determine a safe following distance for an automobile. REMEMBER TO LEAVE MORE ROOM IF YOU ARE USING AIR BRAKES!

 

May 22, 2010