Recent content by JReding

I'm betting a good share of the OTR drivers are rookies, not wise to researching routes well. Most times, companies leave that up to the drivers...otherwise, they would have to have someone (or a full department) to be able to research road restrictions. I take it you're an LEO. I come from a...

What I meant by double right turn was two marked lanes turning adjacent to each other. Yes, we are required to turn from the curb lane in cases of single right turn lanes, that is standard practice. Most carriers, other than OTR, will at least attempt to load shipments when allowable onto...

Thanks, @adjusterjack. For give my ignorance, being new here and all, but I'm assuming you're currently in practice? The vast majority of us on the other forum are of the same opinion as you. Essentially, as long as you can make the turn safely and efficiently, it is a legal turn.

Excerpts from the California Commercial Drivers Handbook

If you'll give me a moment, I'll include information from typical Commercial drivers guide...

Below is the original question that started the entire debate, with a very crude drawing by me of the described intersection. Sorry I couldn't create a better diagram. His question has to do with whether it's better to turn from lane 1, or lane 2. Keep in mind that the truck will more than...

This question is more of a hypothetical, if that's alright; it is also transportation related, if anyone specializes in that. I'm involved in an ongoing, very lengthy debate on another forum (well over 1,000 comments now. I can provide the link to it, if needed) regarding double right turns and...