It is important for drivers to know that trucks:
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Take longer than cars to stop.
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Are as maneuverable as cars.
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Require less time to pass on an incline than cars.
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Are easier for the driver to operate.
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Explanation
Large vehicles are not as maneuverable as cars, and have a longer stopping distance than that of a standard vehicle. They take longer to stop, and they often need to move wide to make their turns. Always use caution when driving alongside or behind trucks, tractor-trailers and buses.
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