What is the stopping distance for semi-trucks?

By Nick Economu

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About the author
Nick joined Schneider in August 1990 as an Over-the-Road truck driver. He later became a lead driver for a Dedicated account and worked as a Customer Service Engineer before becoming a Driver Manager. In 2003, he assumed the role of Safety and Training Manager for the Dallas Van Truckload Division and in 2011 became the Safety and Training Manager for Bulk Energy. Currently, Nick is the Safety and Training Manager for the Bulk Southern Divisions and HSSE Program Manager for Schneider Logistics.