Tag: Danger

Video: Dragster Narrowly Avoids Killing Cameraman

Video: Dragster Narrowly Avoids Killing Cameraman

| September 17, 2012 | 11 Replies

A dragster that lost control jumps the wall and misses a cameraman by inches. Watch the incredible footage here.

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Angry Man Drives Tanker Into Wife’s Home

Angry Man Drives Tanker Into Wife’s Home

| May 2, 2012 | 12 Replies

British man drives 528 gallons of kerosene through wife’s house and attempts to set it on fire. What drove the man to snap?

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Today’s Episode of “DO NOT TRY AT HOME”

Today’s Episode of “DO NOT TRY AT HOME”

| May 1, 2012 | 11 Replies

Video: What happens when a drunken Russian takes a dare? A big lesson, that’s what.

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Maine Stiffens Penalties for Distracted Driving

Maine Stiffens Penalties for Distracted Driving

| May 1, 2012 | Reply

Maine’s governor Paul LePage decided to boost fines related to distracted driving, texting and phone use in cars and trucks.

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Trucker Health: Subway Building Momentum in 2012

Trucker Health: Subway Building Momentum in 2012

| April 30, 2012 | Reply

After so many years of requests by professional truckers for better healthy food option, it looks as though some chains are meeting the challenge.

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Best Car Chases on Film: Bullit

Best Car Chases on Film: Bullit

| April 26, 2012 | 2 Replies

Get a look at the full sequence of the unedited and legendary car chase from the 1968 Steve McQueen classic “Bullit.”

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Fines Increase for Aggressive Driving in New Jersey

Fines Increase for Aggressive Driving in New Jersey

| April 26, 2012 | 1 Reply

“Jessica’s Law” has gone into effect in New Jersey. It aims to curb aggressive behavior on highways, which is an immediate concern of many truckers.

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Typical Trucker’s Luck: Almost Made It

Typical Trucker’s Luck: Almost Made It

| April 25, 2012 | 13 Replies

We’re not sure what happened here. The bridge looked so stable and safe. Should have been easy!

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Video: The Definition of “Tough”

Video: The Definition of “Tough”

| April 24, 2012 | 4 Replies

A car rushes a roadblock. The driver slams on the brakes. You won’t believe what happens next.

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Dying to Lose Weight– How Far is too Far?

Dying to Lose Weight– How Far is too Far?

| April 21, 2012 | 3 Replies

A diet, new in the U.S., that costs $1,500 is sweeping the nation. Frantic brides-to-be, who are wanting to lose those last few stubborn pounds, are flocking in herds to sign up. The diet is extreme. How far would you go to lose a few pounds?

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Trucking Group Fights CA Courts’ Meal Ruling

Trucking Group Fights CA Courts’ Meal Ruling

| April 21, 2012 | Reply

A new law handed down by the California Supreme Court this week puts truck drivers at odds with employers and other labor groups. What happened?

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How to Prevent Wheel-Offs

How to Prevent Wheel-Offs

| April 20, 2012 | Reply

Wheel Offs can be extremely dangerous, yet easily avoided. Why do they continue to happen, and how can you avoid them?

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Missouri DOT and Law Enforcement Introduce Truck Program

Missouri DOT and Law Enforcement Introduce Truck Program

| April 19, 2012 | Reply

The Department of Transportation in Missouri has created a new program designed to alert young drivers to the hazards of distraction when driving near semi trucks.

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New Hampshire Dump Truck Driver Saves Motorist

New Hampshire Dump Truck Driver Saves Motorist

| April 14, 2012 | 10 Replies

A quick thinking New Hampshire dump truck driver used his truck as a shield to protect a crash victim from being hit by oncoming drivers.

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Trucker with No Brakes Barrels Down a Mountain: A Miraculous Rescue

Trucker with No Brakes Barrels Down a Mountain: A Miraculous Rescue

| April 13, 2012 | 30 Replies

In this classic episode of Rescue 911, a trucker drops his breaks and begins barreling down a steep grade. Desperate to survive, the driver has no choice but to put his life in the hands of another trucker with a risky idea.

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How It Works: Airport Fire Truck

How It Works: Airport Fire Truck

| April 13, 2012 | 3 Replies

Driving a truck can be dangerous. Sometimes it can be really dangerous!

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FMCSA Orders Utah Carrier Out of Service

FMCSA Orders Utah Carrier Out of Service

| April 5, 2012 | 3 Replies

A Utah carrier that violated multiple requirements has been shut down this week. Read who and why inside.

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Video: Semi Truck Towing Disaster in Norway

Video: Semi Truck Towing Disaster in Norway

| April 4, 2012 | 18 Replies

Watch the amazing footage of a towing rig that slipped, bringing near-disaster to all involved. Fortunately there were only minor injuries.

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Video: Schneider Trucking Terminal Thrashed by Tornado

Video: Schneider Trucking Terminal Thrashed by Tornado

| April 3, 2012 | 17 Replies

Amazing video footage of a tornado that ripped through the Schneider Trucking hub just outside Arlington, Texas today, April 3, 2012.

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DOT Warns Against New Financial Phishing Scam

DOT Warns Against New Financial Phishing Scam

| April 2, 2012 | 2 Replies

A new financial scam being conducted on transportation companies has caused an alert to be issued by the DOT. Carriers and Owner/Operators beware!

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Video: This Week in “You’re An Idiot”

Video: This Week in “You’re An Idiot”

| March 21, 2012 | 9 Replies

Everyone is looking for thrills. This guy thought he would ride a cable spindle down a hillside. He ate it. TWICE.

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Vintage Culture for Truckers: Selvedge Yard

Vintage Culture for Truckers: Selvedge Yard

| March 19, 2012 | Reply

We do our best to entertain truck drivers online. Yet sometimes, the site that has the coolest collection of vintage photos of American culture has you beat right out of the gate.

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Military Still Perfecting “Pain Ray”

Military Still Perfecting “Pain Ray”

| March 17, 2012 | 1 Reply

The Pentagon is still testing out a non-lethal threat deterrent they call an Active Denial System. Watch it get tested on smarmy tech-journalists.

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Video: Motorcyclist Catches Frisbee Off of Bridge

Video: Motorcyclist Catches Frisbee Off of Bridge

| March 12, 2012 | 2 Replies

A really dangerous, but amazing amateur stunt performed by a motorcycle rider and a friend on two adjacent bridges. Watch!

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Harrisburg, Illinois Tornado Takes Trucker On Wild Ride

Harrisburg, Illinois Tornado Takes Trucker On Wild Ride

| March 12, 2012 | 6 Replies

A twister in Harrisburg, Illinois takes trucker on wild ride. See a photo of the carnage.

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Mama Mia, That’s a Delicious Dinner!

Mama Mia, That’s a Delicious Dinner!

| March 11, 2012 | 4 Replies

The Keys Truckers deliver another tasty meal on the road that’s as good as any home-cooked meal. Eggplant Parmisan for two!

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TCA Approves 65 Mph Speed Limiters

TCA Approves 65 Mph Speed Limiters

| March 10, 2012 | 37 Replies

If the TCA gets their way, all long haul semi trucks will soon be governed to 65 mph.

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