Most Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents
March 6, 2025 | 10:05 PM | by Bob Denholtz
Understanding why bicycle accidents happen is crucial for both cyclists and drivers. With increasing risks tied to carelessness and distraction, it’s essential to stay informed. According to the NHTSA, 738 cyclists lost their lives in accidents involving motorists in 2017. Boston Police
The Hidden Dangers of Side Underride Accidents
March 6, 2025 | 9:50 PM | by Bob Denholtz
Did you know that over 400 lives are lost each year due to underride crashes? These incidents often go unnoticed, but their impact is devastating. When a smaller vehicle slides under a truck trailer, the results can be catastrophic. Side underride collisions, in particular, pose a unique threat due
Top Truck Safety Technologies to Watch for in 2025
February 8, 2025 | 9:06 PM | by Bob Denholtz
Safety is the priority for any distributor, trucking company, or driver. Safety has a lot to do with the person behind the wheel, but every bit of help is needed to keep the roads safe. Luckily, many new truck safety technologies show plenty of promise in 2025. Side guards are the best piece of
How Installing Side Guards Can Reduce Liability and Insurance Costs
February 8, 2025 | 8:57 PM | by Bob Denholtz
It costs a fortune to operate a commercial trucking company, no matter how big the fleet is. Everything from fuel costs and driver wages to insurance costs affects the bottom line. However, installing side guards can work wonders to cut costs for commercial trucking companies. Truck lateral
Custom Truck Side Guards vs. Kits
December 6, 2024 | 12:47 AM | by Bob Denholtz
It’s no secret that commercial tracks can prove to be deadly in collisions with pedestrians, cyclists, and cars. That’s why many businesses and truck drivers have decided to adopt truck side guards to protect others on the road. However, choosing between custom side guards and truck side guard
How Truck Side Guards Save Lives
December 6, 2024 | 12:31 AM | by Bob Denholtz
Underride guards, or side guards have saved the lives of countless pedestrians and cyclists. Officially called lateral protective devices, side guards surprisingly aren’t nationally mandated yet. That’s because it isn’t known widely enough how truck side guards save lives. Truck side guards
Should Fleet Owners Invest In Side Guards?
October 23, 2024 | 10:02 PM | by Bob Denholtz
As a waste or dump truck operator, you navigate some of the most challenging driving conditions in the transportation industry, often before most people have had their morning coffee. Your daily routes aren’t just about moving from point A to point B – they’re complex orchestrations
True Cost of Inaction: Why Aren’t Side Guards Mandatory on U.S. Trucks?
October 23, 2024 | 9:01 PM | by Bob Denholtz
As manufacturers of truck side guards at Dur-A-Guard, we’ve watched with growing concern as the debate over mandatory side guards continues to stall in the United States. While our European counterparts have long since resolved this issue, the U.S. continues to wrestle with a decision that
Top Trucking Safety Concerns and How to Avoid Them
October 8, 2024 | 11:35 AM | by Bob Denholtz
Trucking is the backbone of nearly every industry in the country and across the world. Truck drivers give up countless hours and put themselves at risk to keep many industries afloat. That said, trucking comes along with many safety concerns. Extreme fatigue and distractions are among the biggest
35 Tips For Truck Drivers (for Safety & Work Longevity)
October 8, 2024 | 10:49 AM | by Bob Denholtz
Truck drivers face many hazards on the road whether they deliver refrigerated goods or haul garbage. Whether it be slick roads, high winds, or reckless drivers, you must constantly be aware of your surroundings. You can help achieve longevity and stay safe on the road if you follow many key tips.
