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Defensive driving
Defensive driving is a strategy that is very familiar to commercial motor vehicle operators. It’s something we discuss at Pinnacle frequently and will continue to do so. Simply stated, defensive driving is a set of skills that allow drivers to

Most dangerous roads in the country
This week’s Tip of the Week is not only a good tip, but also an interesting topic–the 31 most dangerous roads in the US. Here’s the tip, you might want to stay off these roads. After reading this, you’ll understand

Inside a weigh station
Weigh station, inspection station, chicken coop or scale house. Whatever you call it, it’s a prominent topic among CMV operators. Usually, when you are invited in, or just asked to go “around back,” anxiety starts to creep in. Recently, Pinnacle

Dash cams save safe drivers
While some companies use dash cams to keep an eye on drivers, at Pinnacle dash cams are intended to protect the driver and to protect the company. We provide them free of charge for just that purpose. In a sea

Staying Safe on the Road
The America Truck Driving Academy has published these tips for truck drivers: 10 Ways to Keep You Safe on the Road. Most drivers have heard these tips before, but they are worth repeating over and over and over again. Until

Heavy Traffic
No matter what you’re driving—a toter with a mobile home, a box truck, or a pickup truck with an RV or multi trailer—driving in heavy traffic is always a pain, a downright aggravating experience. You can’t relax because every time you