The safety of your semi-truck and trailer is crucial when you are on the road. There are many hazards out there that can cause an accident and damage to the rig. Midlane Truck & Trailer Repair advises that a number of accidents are caused by equipment failure. This is why it’s important to have us inspect your rig before you head out. Here are six failures that can damage your semi-truck.
1. No Brakes
If you’ve ever been without brakes on your rig, you know how dangerous that is. A complete inspection of the brakes on the cab and trailer helps to prevent brake loss. Slowing down can also spare the brakes. Losing the brakes could mean a collision between you and another vehicle or the trailer and cab.
2. Loose Wheels
You may also end up in an accident if your wheels are loose or the lug nuts are loose. Losing a tire while it is in motion can cause damage to your rig and the vehicles around you. Make sure your wheels are in excellent shape and the tires are in place with tightened lug nuts that won’t loosen easily.
3. Steering Problems
Steering problems can also cause damage to your big rig. You need to be able to control the cab and trailer, and this can be difficult in tight turns. Your steering system requires regular maintenance to ensure you have optimal control over the semi-truck. You don’t want to hit something when turning.
4. Suspension Problems
Your big rig may also be damaged by suspension problems. Suspension issues can make it nearly impossible to control the rig, and this can lead to an accident. The suspension problems can also cause premature wear and tear on the tires, especially if the suspension is causing the tires to bounce.
5. Tire Blowouts
Tire blowouts happen all the time with big rigs, and they also damage the cab or trailer if tire pieces fly up and make contact. In addition to this, a blowout can easily cause you to lose control of the rig, which can lead to an accident. We can inspect all of the tires to make sure they are in excellent shape.
6. Loss of Trailer
Finally, if the trailer detaches from the cab while you are driving, you’ve got a huge and uncontrollable problem. If the trailer detaches when you apply the brakes, you may end up with the trailer in the back of the cab. It is crucial that all trailer and cab parts are in tiptop condition to avoid detachment.
We can make sure of that here at Midlane Truck & Trailer Repair in Eugene, OR, so call us today.