Be Prepared BC – Slow Down, Pull Over and Stay Inside.
When it comes to preparing for an emergency, our friends at PreparedBC know the drill. That’s why we jumped at the opportunity to have them share their valuable insight on what to do if you
Trucking
Information, tips and updates on the commercial vehicle and trucking industry.
The History of BC Highway Information Communication
How do you get your road condition information? Email alerts? On Twitter @DriveBC? Watching BC HighwayCams? Before DriveBC.ca, before the internet, before television, heck – even before radio, British Columbians have been exploring this beautiful
9 Clues to Solving the Mystery of the Pilot Car
You may have spotted pilot cars – half ton pickups (typically) that escort trucks hauling gigantic loads like houses, bridge girders, windmill blades and parts of industrial plants. But did you know how they work
Runaway Lanes and How to Prevent Brake Loss in Commercial Vehicles Explained
If you’ve ever driven down a mountain pass in British Columbia, you’ve likely looked up in awe at an off ramp rising up, up, up into… well, apparently nowhere. As the signs state, that is
What the RCMP Wants You to Know About the Slow Down Move Over Law
The BC RCMP recently confirmed the Slow Down Move Over rule is being ignored by many drivers. Following a series of near misses and collisions with roadside vehicles, RCMP Traffic Services members performed “Operation Shield”
6 Paths to Peace and Winter Safety on the Alaska Highway
Pass only when you are 100% sure it’s safe. This isn’t the best time. If you live or drive in the Peace region, you know that extra care and attention are needed in winter, when
Chain Up Tips You Need to Know for Commercial Vehicles
Whether we like it or not, it’s true. It’s time to Shift into Winter and all drivers need to be prepared. And, and those that spend a lot of time travelling our BC roads, helping
Shift into Winter: The Inside Scoop on Winter Tires and Chains
What’s the best winter tire for you? Is it one with a mountain snowflake symbol? How about M+S (mud and snow) tires? Here’s a rundown on the recommendations and requirements for winter tires in BC.