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New Hours of Service regulations (HOS) rules are an effort to prevent accidents caused by driver fatigue. Regulations are put into effect to ensure that drivers take at least a 45 minutes break after driving 4.5 hours, and limiting maximum driving time in one week to 56 hours. Working conditions for truck drivers leads to an array of health risks to the driver and, more importantly, safety risks to the public. Data and statistics indicate that between 2004 and 2009 there was a 33% decrease in…

Driving is a hazard we take each day. Drivers should be ready and mindful while working a vehicle. Drinking debilitates that capacity. Driving impaired puts all lives at hazard, not only the life of the driver. Bikers, walkers, youngsters crossing streets, pets pursuing a ball, even individuals getting a charge out of the outside in the security of their property are at danger of being a casualty of an indiscreet intoxicated driver. Reckless choices can delete every one of the limits that secure…

electronic music throughout the scenes with The Driver, paired with little dialogue and prominent engine sounds represent his alienation from the rest of the world. Meanwhile, when he is with Irene, the music becomes warmer and has vocals, contrasting his loneliness that he is overcome with for most of the film. Thus, the careful placement of sound effects and combination with background music allow the viewer to be immersed in the world of The Driver. Just like many sound effects, the sound…

race, or culture have many stereotypes that come from the younger generations. One of the main stereotypes that is well known all around is that, older adults are bad drivers. Many people believe that all older adults are bad drivers, but what makes their driving so “bad”? I have experienced a lot of moments with older drivers on the road where the stereotype of bad driving comes out. I have been driving with my dad and when he passes a slow-moving car, he always looks at them to see who it…

What Qualities Does A Master Driver Have One of the greatest accomplishments in a teenager’s life is receiving their driver’s license. Obtaining a driver license gives a teenager freedom and a new found sense of independence because they are no longer at their parents’ mercy and can drive themselves to wherever they want without any restriction. However, becoming a skillful and master driver is so important, rather than just getting a driver 's license. A master driver is someone who is truly…

world, including Toronto, is traffic and gridlock. However, what people may not realize is that what causes these conundrums are not just the increasing number of cars, but the attitudes and actions of the drivers as well. The lack of consideration to other drivers on the road has led drivers who knowingly drive to the very end of an on-ramp or the end…

I think that drivers should not have to have a high school degree in order to obtain a drivers license. This bill will be impacting many people, along with taking away a small chunk of freedom that some teenagers are able to have. I don’t really have an interest in getting my own license, but I know there are also people my age out there who are counting down the days until they’re able to drive on their own. This bill is going to make life much harder for teenagers than it needs to be. Its…

issues facing truck drivers and trucking industry A truck driver is a person who earns money by driving a truck, semi truck, box truck or dump truck. Truck drivers are meant to transport raw material or finished items from manufacturing plants and retail distributors. They are responsible to have a check over mechanics of their trucks to ensure a safe and steady transportation. Types of truck drivers There are three types of truck drivers and so trucking system: 1. Owner-drivers: They are also…

dangerous the abuse” (BrainyQuotes.com). Drivers today are unaware of how much power they have at their fingertips. When people get in vehicles, they are playing a game of chance with their lives. Many sixteen years olds are excited to get their first car, but do they consider the risks of driving a car or truck that weighs as much as an elephant? Distracted drivers cause more wrecks today than ever before. Weather is a key factor that distracts drivers. “The best strategy for driving in bad…

Donald Driver is a influential advocate of a role model citizen through his actions and influences including the Donald driver foundation, writing a child’s book, and doing charity work.Donald Driver retired in January 31, 2013. Ever since his retirement, he has helped many people. He has helped people get off the streets, and get scholarships for schooling. He has given more than $100,000 worth of scholarships. Driver started the Donald Driver Foundation, the main focus is to serve…