Large vehicles have extensive blind spots and different dynamics than cars. Knowing where you are invisible helps you avoid conflicts.
Where are the blind spots?
- Immediately in front of the cab
- Along the right side and behind the trailer’s rear wheels
- Diagonally behind the left rear corner
- Directly behind the vehicle
Stay safe
- Give trucks more space when they turn; trailers cut the corner
- Do not linger next to the cab or rear wheels
- Pass decisively when safe; fall back if not
- Watch for turbulence when overtaking or being overtaken