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Commercial Drivers Guide to BC Weigh Scales

As a commercial driver, having a good understanding of the weigh scale system in BC is important. Highway checkpoints, also known as weigh scales, allow the Commercial Vehicle Safety Enforcement Branch (CVSE) to inspect vehicle weights and conduct vehicle inspections. The CVSE is entrusted with the task of ensuring that all commercial vehicles comply with the rules that govern scales on highways in British Columbia. Only commercial vehicles with a licensed GVW (gross vehicle weight) exceeding 5,500kg are required to report to scales.

Local vs. Long-haul Commercial Driver Jobs

Truck driving is an essential industry that keeps Canada's economy moving. Within the trucking industry, two popular job categories are local driving and long-haul driving. Whether you're considering a career in truck driving or exploring job options, it's important to understand the pros and cons of each type of job, along with their estimated pay and available opportunities.

7 Causes of Reduced Road Traction

Driving can be a thrilling and exciting experience, but it can also be dangerous if you're not careful. An important thing to consider while driving is the level of traction you have on the road. Traction refers to the friction between your vehicle's tires and the road surface. When the level of traction is reduced, your car can become difficult to control, and accidents can happen. Here are a few scenarios that can reduce traction and how to avoid accidents if you lose traction while driving.

What Motorcycle Gear Do You Need?

Learning to ride a motorcycle is one of the most rewarding experiences you can give yourself. It’s chalked full of excitement, gratifying new skills, and the inexplicable sensation of being fully immersed in your surroundings as you ride. In order to learn to ride, of course, you need a good bike. What you choose to ride can say a lot about your level of comfortability as a new rider, but also a lot about your personality and character. But the bike isn’t the only thing you’ll need to invest in.

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