8 July 2011 | No comments | Posted in: Environment, Road safety, The driver
China has a high rate of fatal traffic accidents. The working conditions for professional drivers is one important reason for the country’s dismal road-safety figures. Scania’s focus on driver issues is particularly welcome as China works to change the situation.
Tags: china, driver environment, Driver sleepiness, Driver training, Road safety, Scania Driver Competitions
13 July 2009 | No comments | Posted in: The driver
It was 3 a.m., and John was only 30 minutes from home. He felt drowsy but was sure he could fight off the tiredness dragging at his eyelids. He turned up the music, opened his window and chewed harder on his gum. His eyes closed for only a few seconds. John died in his sleep. So did the family in the car he hit.
Tags: Driver sleepiness, Road safety
