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Local Police Totana has joined the special campaign of the Directorate General of Traffic Surveillance and Control of special trucks and vans that will take place from 10 to 16 February.
During this period inspections on vehicles (authorizations and documents, technical specifications and security features, etc.) and drivers (driving license, driving times and rest and alcohol) will be made.
Sources of Local Police Headquarters remember that driving a van is not the same as a passenger car, the dynamic behavior is different, especially if it is loaded.
The cargo securing is vital, any movement of the same incident on vehicle stability by moving the center of gravity.
Among these vehicles, the higher the incidence of leaving the road and overturning can be explained by excessive or improper placement of the load.
The same sources indicate that the risk in driving trucks and vans is higher than in passenger cars, due to the load and carry less equipment active and passive safety.
Moreover, the sense of security by the larger size of the vehicle, the lowest speed and elevation of the cabin makes the number of distractions is greater and the use of safety belt lower.
With this campaign, according to local police in Totana will contribute, and help to reduce the numbers of injured and killed in traffic accidents, to have a more accurate picture of the incidence and evolution nationwide.
Source: Ayuntamiento de Totana. Foto: archivo Totana.com
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