BMV Practice Test

Why do large trucks making wide turns often get into collisions?

1. Other drivers are speeding

2. Road conditions

3. Other drivers try to get in between the truck and the curb

4. The truck is too heavy

The correct answer is: Other drivers try to get in between the truck and the curb

Large trucks making wide turns can often get into collisions primarily because other drivers attempt to maneuver in ways that create unsafe situations, such as trying to squeeze in between the truck and the curb. This is particularly hazardous because trucks require more space to turn due to their size and dimensions. When other drivers do not recognize this need for space and try to cut in, they can easily misjudge the turning radius and therefore can collide with the truck or get caught in its path. Awareness of how wide trucks turn is essential for all road users. Other drivers must be educated on the importance of maintaining a safe distance and understanding that attempting to occupy the space the truck requires can lead to accidents. Thus, the behavior of other drivers, in this case, is the key factor contributing to the collisions involving large trucks during wide turns.