Stopping
What make's semis take so long to stop?
Their weight, the less things that they have in their trailers the less time it takes to stop.
How many lanes does a semi usually need to turn left?
2, The truck usually needs to move into the other lane to make a left turn.
What is the most common number of gears a semi truck has?
18 forward gears
What are the best road conditions for making a the shortest stopping distance?
Dry and level
How big of turning radius do semi trucks have?
55 ft
What are some other names for semi trucks?
Tractor-Trailers, Big rigs,and 18 wheeler's.
How far do semi trucks need to stop while going 65 mph?
530 ft
What happens to a semi if it turns to sharp while backing up?
The truck can jack knife with the trailer.
How long will a semi truck last if proparly maintained?
At least 1 million miles.
What helps semi trucks stop?
Jake breaks or exhausts breaks
What are the 5 S's semis should use when turning?
Signal early, Slow Down to an appropriate speed, Survey the intersection for obstacles and traffic, and Steer precisely.
What are the hitches called that the truck connects to the trailer with?
5th wheel hitches