presented by: Gary Massey
TN Van Crash Prevention TipsThe warmer weather months in Tennessee certainly bring lots of plans for fun in the sun, including day trips to the beach, scenic hikes, and weekend trips to a sun drenched location of your choice. For those who may be planning a trip with family or a few friends, a popular means of transporting large groups are 15-passengers vans. Though these large vehicles are an excellent way to accommodate sizeable groups of Tennesseans, they present unique hazards that other vehicles do not.
With this in mind, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is encouraging anyone who may include a 15-passenger van in their travels, such as church groups or colleges, to take specific steps and safety measures to prevent a dangerous accident. The NHTSA offers these tips for safe 15-passenger van travel:
Owners of these vans should have the vehicle regularly and thoroughly inspected. Steering and suspension components should be inspected according to the manufacturer’s suggested schedule and tires should be properly sized.
These vehicles should never be overloaded, as it may increase the chances of a 15-passnger van rollover accident and make the vehicle unstable in handling maneuvers.
Owners should check that any person who will be driving the van is licensed and has experience operating a 15-passenger van.
Before the trip, drivers should check the van’s tires for proper inflation and to ensure there are no signs of wear and tear.
If you are a passenger in a 15-passenger van, buckle up during the trip!
For owners and users of 15-passenger vans, following these simple tips can help ensure you and your passengers arrive safely to your destination. In the unfortunate event the negligence of another party does cause an accident, contact a Tennessee 15-passenger van accident attorney with Massey & Associates, P.C. to discuss your legal rights and options. Our legal team can help you obtain compensation for your injuries and losses. Schedule a free consultation by calling (423) 396-0720.
Gary Massey, Jr., is a well-known courtroom advocate practicing law in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Gary is a native of Tennessee who began practicing law in 1998. He graduated from Cumberland School of Law where he was ranked in the top 3% of his class and was an editor of the Cumberland Law Review.
