No matter the weather, over-the-road deliveries are expected to arrive on time. In colder climates, that means drivers must brave wintry conditions to get from a warehouse or manufacturer to a seller or end user.
Snow and ice on roadways make for dangerous driving. However, when snow and ice blow off semi-trailers and trucks, the risk factors for drivers and carrier responsibility increase dramatically. Not surprisingly, many states impose fines on carriers who don’t sufficiently remove snow.