New Tolls for Port of Virginia And Winter Safety Tips
This week we are experiencing another winter blast. When winter storms hit the area, it’s important that your truck drivers stay in the know about changes to their travel routes and overall sound winter safety/drivers safety.
A modification to travel routes your truck drivers should keep in mind are the New Tolls for the Port of Virginia. Your truck drivers will notice new tolls around the Port of Virginia as early as February 1st, 2014. The series of tolls around the Port of Virginia will start with one route accessing the Port of Virginia at Norfolk.
Out of the New Tolls for the Port of Virginia, The Elizabeth River Tunnels( located in between the two cities of Portsmouth and Norfolk at Hampton Roads), there will be no cash option. It’s recommended that truck drivers pay tolls electronically or through the mail for utmost convenience using the New Tolls for Port of Virginia. Truck drivers that use E-ZPass ( electronic payment), will receive great discounts by paying electronically. Drivers enrolled in MMTA’s toll program will not need to take any further action, if they already are E-ZPass users.
What are the best tips for driving in the snow?
For most drivers, it would be to not drive at all,but in the world of truck driving that’s not always a possibility.
When driving in the snow is the only option, your drivers should do their best to drive on roads that have been snow plowed and sanded. No matter how short or far the final destination may be, truck drivers should always allow themselves extra time to reach the destination.
Your best strategy for keeping your drivers safe on the road is to have a professional auto technician handle your fleet management services. Truck fleet management services will ensure your truck drivers have good truck maintenance.
You should also consult with your professional auto technician on the best winter driving techniques when it comes to driving in the snow. The auto technician will identify how well your truck fleet can handle snow and icy roads.
No matter quality of maintenance your trucks receive, your truck drivers should always decrease speed and give themselves plenty of room for emergency stops. They should also gently tap their brakes to prevent skidding. Anytime truck wheels lock up, it’s a sign to ease off on braking.
Below is a list of other truck safety tips:
Always have headlights on to improve visibility in the snow.
Have your professional auto technician provide you tips on keeping your windshield clean as well as your lights.
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Source:
http://www.mmtanet.com/files/ENews011714.pdf
http://www.weather.com/activities/driving/drivingsafety/drivingsafetytips/snow.html