{"id":6959,"date":"2025-08-05T17:00:21","date_gmt":"2025-08-05T09:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/about.thelorry.com\/my\/my\/?p=6959"},"modified":"2025-08-05T17:52:58","modified_gmt":"2025-08-05T09:52:58","slug":"4-safety-tips-when-you-encounter-heavy-vehicles-on-the-road","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/blog\/4-safety-tips-when-you-encounter-heavy-vehicles-on-the-road\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Safety Tips When You Encounter Heavy Vehicles on The Road"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<h1>4 Crucial Safety Tips When Driving Near Lorries<\/h1>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\" data-start=\"3454\" data-end=\"3790\">Planning a fun family road trip during the school holidays? That sounds exciting! But while you&#8217;re making memories on the highway, remember\u2014<strong data-start=\"3594\" data-end=\"3659\">heavy commercial vehicles like lorries are still hard at work<\/strong>. Sharing the road with them is inevitable, and staying safe is all about knowing how to drive smart around these massive machines.<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\" data-start=\"3792\" data-end=\"3963\">Whether you\u2019re renting a car or considering <strong data-start=\"3836\" data-end=\"3862\">renting a lorry vs car<\/strong> for a long trip or moving day, these <a href=\"https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/blog\/4-safety-tips-when-you-encounter-heavy-vehicles-on-the-road\/\"><strong>4 safety tips for driving near heavy vehicles<\/strong><\/a> will keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<\/p>\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\" style=\"text-align: justify\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"688\" class=\"wp-image-8169\" src=\"https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/10\/white-lorry-1024x688.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/10\/white-lorry-1024x688.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/10\/white-lorry-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/10\/white-lorry-768x516.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/10\/white-lorry-1536x1032.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/10\/white-lorry-2048x1377.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/10\/white-lorry-900x604.jpg 900w, https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/10\/white-lorry-600x403.jpg 600w, https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/10\/white-lorry-400x269.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>by <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thelorry.com\"><strong>TheLorry<\/strong><\/a> on 5 August 2025.<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">It\u2019s the school holiday season and surely, you\u2019ve got your family road trip all planned out. However, keep in mind that it\u2019s still \u201cbusiness as usual\u201d for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/blog\/11-types-of-lorries-you-see-in-malaysia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">heavy commercial vehicles<\/a>\u00a0and lorries to make their journey along the highways.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">And yes, we can keep going on and on about how bad some heavy vehicle drivers are in Malaysia. However, if you do your part to be vigilant and follow these safety tips, you\u2019re guaranteed to enjoy a stress-free road trip with your family during the Holidays.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-stay-away-from-the-heavy-vehicle-s-blind-spots\" style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>1. Stay Away from The Heavy Vehicle\u2019s Blind Spots<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">You\u2019ve probably honk in frustration thinking, \u201cWhat is this fella doing? Doesn\u2019t he watch where he\u2019s going?\u201d Well, heavy vehicle drivers (like lorries) have blind spots that are different compared with a regular size vehicle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">So, when you encounter a huge lorry, try to avoid driving into the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/blog\/kurangkan-blindspot-cermin-kereta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">blind spots<\/a>. In other words, if you can\u2019t see the driver\u2019s mirror, the driver can\u2019t see you.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\" style=\"text-align: justify\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"390\" height=\"162\" class=\"wp-image-8170\" src=\"https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/10\/lorry-blindspot.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/10\/lorry-blindspot.jpg 390w, https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/10\/lorry-blindspot-300x125.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 390px) 100vw, 390px\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Image courtesy of the Ministry of Transportation, Ontario<br \/><br \/><br \/>You\u2019ve probably shouted at a lorry, \u201cDidn\u2019t you see me?!\u201d The truth is, the driver likely didn\u2019t\u2014<strong data-start=\"4107\" data-end=\"4154\">heavy vehicles have significant blind spots<\/strong> compared to regular cars.\r\n<p data-start=\"4182\" data-end=\"4211\"><strong data-start=\"4182\" data-end=\"4210\">Avoid these danger zones<\/strong>:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-start=\"4212\" data-end=\"4314\">\r\n<li data-start=\"4212\" data-end=\"4239\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4214\" data-end=\"4239\">Directly behind the lorry<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"4240\" data-end=\"4286\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4242\" data-end=\"4286\">Along both sides (especially passenger side)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"4287\" data-end=\"4314\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4289\" data-end=\"4314\">Right in front of the cab<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<blockquote>\r\n<p data-start=\"4316\" data-end=\"4411\">\ud83d\udccc <strong data-start=\"4319\" data-end=\"4332\">Quick Tip<\/strong>: <em data-start=\"4334\" data-end=\"4411\">If you can\u2019t see the lorry driver in their side mirror, they can\u2019t see you.<\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n<p data-start=\"4413\" data-end=\"4547\">\ud83d\udc49 Check out <strong data-start=\"4426\" data-end=\"4517\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/blog\/kurangkan-blindspot-cermin-kereta\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"4428\" data-end=\"4515\">this blind spot guide<\/a><\/strong> for detailed visibility tips.<\/p>\r\n<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-avoid-tailgating\" style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>2. Avoid Tailgating<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Some drivers may have a habit to tailgate another vehicle &#8211; but tailgating a heavy vehicle is unwise. For starters, you won\u2019t be able to get a good view of what\u2019s ahead of the road if you follow the heavy vehicle too closely.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">And what if the vehicle would have to make an emergency stop? You wouldn\u2019t be able to react on time and the driver would not be able to see you since you\u2019re in his blind spot. Here are some recommended distances to avoid situations like this.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\" style=\"text-align: justify\">\r\n<table>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Vehicle Speed<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<td style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Stopping distance (metres)<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>\u00a0<\/td>\r\n<td>Car<\/td>\r\n<td>Lorry<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>60km\/h<\/td>\r\n<td>73<\/td>\r\n<td>83<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>70km\/h<\/td>\r\n<td>91<\/td>\r\n<td>05<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>80km\/h<\/td>\r\n<td>111<\/td>\r\n<td>130<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>90km\/h<\/td>\r\n<td>133<\/td>\r\n<td>156<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td>100km\/h<\/td>\r\n<td>157<\/td>\r\n<td>185<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n<blockquote>\r\n<p data-start=\"5088\" data-end=\"5163\">\ud83d\udccc Always keep at least <strong data-start=\"5112\" data-end=\"5136\">3\u20134 seconds of space<\/strong> between you and the lorry.<\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n<p data-start=\"5165\" data-end=\"5330\">\ud83d\udd17 Learn more from the <a class=\"\" href=\"http:\/\/www.tmr.qld.gov.au\/Safety\/Driver-guide\/Sharing-the-road-with-other-road-users\/Heavy-vehicles.aspx\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"5188\" data-end=\"5330\">Department of Transport Queensland<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-anticipate-the-driver-s-turns\" style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>3. Anticipate The Driver\u2019s Turns.<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">OK. Some of us are guilty of this. We have a tendency to make a turn alongside a heavy vehicle. As a result, we&#8217;re technically denying any clearance for the drivers to make a sharp turn without damaging their precious cargo trailer and any vehicle or property in proximity. So, before you floor your accelerator pedal, look out for heavy vehicles and give them some space for them to make a turning.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"5636\" data-end=\"5828\">\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\" style=\"text-align: justify\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"597\" height=\"217\" class=\"wp-image-8171\" src=\"https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/10\/overtaking-trucks.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/10\/overtaking-trucks.jpg 597w, https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/10\/overtaking-trucks-300x109.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 597px) 100vw, 597px\" \/>\r\n<figcaption>Image courtesy of Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland<\/figcaption>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<blockquote>\r\n<p data-start=\"5572\" data-end=\"5634\">\ud83d\udccc <strong data-start=\"5575\" data-end=\"5592\">Rule of thumb<\/strong>: If a lorry\u2019s turning, let them go first.<\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n<p data-start=\"5636\" data-end=\"5828\">\ud83c\udfe0 Moving house? Consider <strong data-start=\"5662\" data-end=\"5698\">TheLorry\u2019s house moving packages<\/strong>\u2014their professional drivers are trained for safe navigation:<br \/>\ud83d\udc49 <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/consumer\/house-moving-package\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"5762\" data-end=\"5828\">Book Now<\/a><\/p>\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-avoid-overtaking-heavy-vehicles-on-a-curve-road-or-a-hill\" style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>4. Avoid Overtaking Heavy Vehicles On A Curve Road Or A Hill<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">It\u2019s harder to see what\u2019s in front of us when there\u2019s a large vehicle blocking your view \u2013 and that can be dangerous if you attempt to overtake it on a curve road or a hill. If you must, find a straight route that\u2019ll allow you to peer through the other lane and overtake with caution.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"5881\" data-end=\"6053\">Visibility is king when overtaking a lorry. On hills or bends, you can\u2019t see far enough ahead to safely pass. Trucks may also <strong data-start=\"6007\" data-end=\"6024\">lose momentum<\/strong> or shift lanes unexpectedly.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"6055\" data-end=\"6145\">\u2714\ufe0f Instead, wait for a clear, straight stretch of road where overtaking is legal and safe.<\/p>\r\n<blockquote>\r\n<p data-start=\"6147\" data-end=\"6216\">\ud83d\udea6 Even if you&#8217;re in a rush, <strong data-start=\"6176\" data-end=\"6215\">your life is worth the extra minute<\/strong>.<\/p>\r\n<\/blockquote>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-be-courteous-be-patient-be-cool\" style=\"text-align: justify\"><strong>Be Courteous, Be Patient, Be Cool<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The most important tip of all. Try to keep your cool and not let road rage \u201ctake the wheel\u201d if you encounter a road bully. Be patient when you insist on overtaking the vehicle and indicate if you do so. After all, a safe driver is no good if they don\u2019t keep their cool and maintain focus.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">We also previously discussed in Bahasa Malaysia:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/blog\/berhati-hati-dengan-lori\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6 Tips Semasa Memandu Berdekatan Lori<\/a><\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"6280\" data-end=\"6461\">Courtesy is underrated. Road rage, aggressive overtaking, or impatience can be deadly near large vehicles. Stay calm, use your indicators, and respect the space heavy vehicles need.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"6463\" data-end=\"6667\">Need help renting a safe, reliable lorry or car for your next trip?<br data-start=\"6533\" data-end=\"6536\" \/>\ud83d\udc49 <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/web.whatsapp.com\/send?phone=60172005401&amp;text=Hi,%20I%27m%20interested%20in%20your%20service.\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"6539\" data-end=\"6667\">Chat with us on WhatsApp<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Sources:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tmr.qld.gov.au\/Safety\/Driver-guide\/Sharing-the-road-with-other-road-users\/Heavy-vehicles.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">http:\/\/www.tmr.qld.gov.au\/Safety\/Driver-guide\/Sharing-the-road-with-other-road-users\/Heavy-vehicles.aspx<\/a><\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"6722\" data-end=\"6920\">Looking for a trusted transport solution that prioritizes <strong data-start=\"6780\" data-end=\"6806\">safety and reliability<\/strong>? Whether it\u2019s a <strong data-start=\"6823\" data-end=\"6837\">house move<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"6839\" data-end=\"6862\">on-demand transport<\/strong>, or <strong data-start=\"6867\" data-end=\"6893\">long-distance delivery<\/strong>, TheLorry\u2019s got your back.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"6922\" data-end=\"7050\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong data-start=\"6925\" data-end=\"6960\">Explore our On-Demand Lori Sewa<\/strong>:<br data-start=\"6961\" data-end=\"6964\" \/><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/bookings.thelorry.com\/my\/standard\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"6964\" data-end=\"7050\">https:\/\/bookings.thelorry.com\/my\/standard<\/a><\/p>\r\n<hr data-start=\"7052\" data-end=\"7055\" \/>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"7057\" data-end=\"7110\">Continue Your Journey with These Helpful Reads:<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"7111\" data-end=\"7167\">Want more tips like these? Check out related blog posts:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-start=\"7169\" data-end=\"7499\">\r\n<li data-start=\"7169\" data-end=\"7287\">\r\n<p data-start=\"7171\" data-end=\"7287\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/blog\/11-types-of-lorries-you-see-in-malaysia\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"7174\" data-end=\"7285\">11 Types of Lorries You See in Malaysia<\/a><\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"7288\" data-end=\"7399\">\r\n<p data-start=\"7290\" data-end=\"7399\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/blog\/kurangkan-blindspot-cermin-kereta\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"7293\" data-end=\"7397\">Kurangkan Blindspot Cermin Kereta Anda<\/a><\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"7400\" data-end=\"7499\">\r\n<p data-start=\"7402\" data-end=\"7499\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/thelorry.com\/my\/blog\/berhati-hati-dengan-lori\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"7405\" data-end=\"7499\">6 Tips Semasa Memandu Berdekatan Lori<\/a><\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p data-start=\"7501\" data-end=\"7590\">Each one expands on how to be safer, smarter, and more prepared on Malaysia\u2019s busy roads.<\/p>\r\n<h2><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n<section><summary><h4 >What is the safest way to drive near heavy vehicles?<\/h4><\/summary><div><div class=\"saswp_faq_tiny_content\">Maintain a safe distance, avoid blind spots, and never tailgate heavy vehicles.<\/div><\/div><\/section><section><summary><h4 >How does tailgating affect your safety around lorries?<\/h4><\/summary><div><div class=\"saswp_faq_tiny_content\">It reduces your reaction time and visibility, increasing the risk of collision.<\/div><\/div><\/section><section><summary><h4 >Is overtaking a truck on a hill dangerous?<\/h4><\/summary><div><div class=\"saswp_faq_tiny_content\">Yes, because visibility is limited, and trucks may lose speed unpredictably.<\/div><\/div><\/section><section><summary><h4 >Who can benefit from these road safety tips?<\/h4><\/summary><div><div class=\"saswp_faq_tiny_content\">All drivers, especially families on road trips or those renting vehicles.<\/div><\/div><\/section><section><summary><h4 >Where to book a safe lorry rental in Malaysia?<\/h4><\/summary><div><div class=\"saswp_faq_tiny_content\">Visit TheLorry.com to book professional and safe lorry rental services.<\/div><\/div><\/section><section><summary><h4 >How much does renting a lorry cost?<\/h4><\/summary><div><div class=\"saswp_faq_tiny_content\">Prices typically range from RM150 to RM800 depending on the trip and load.<\/div><\/div><\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>by TheLorry on 5 August 2025. It\u2019s the school holiday season and surely, you\u2019ve got your family road trip all planned out. 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