How can drivers ensure their safety around trucks and buses?

Staying out of no-zones is crucial for ensuring safety around larger vehicles like trucks and buses. No-zones refer to the blind spots around these vehicles where the driver cannot see nearby cars, which can lead to dangerous situations if a smaller vehicle enters these areas. Maintaining a safe distance ensures that the driver of the truck or bus is aware of your presence and can maneuver safely without the risk of colliding with other vehicles.

Driving faster than the vehicle can actually create more dangerous traffic scenarios, as it increases the likelihood of aggressive driving behaviors and reduces the time a driver has to react. Using handheld devices while driving is unsafe as it distracts the driver, impairing their ability to focus on the road and making them less aware of their surroundings, including large vehicles. Constantly changing lanes can also confuse other drivers and make it harder for them to anticipate your movements, increasing the risk of accidents, especially around larger vehicles that have longer stopping distances and less maneuverability.