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There are approximately 251 million registered vehicles in the United States alone and in 2004 there were 198.8 million registered drivers with an estimated 6.6 million driver's licenses likely to be issued in 2007-2008, according to information obtained from programs under the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

In 2005, there were nearly 6.4 million auto accidents resulting in approximately 40,000 fatalities, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In 2007, the USDOT reported that:

* There were 236,468 non-fatal large truck accidents.

* 54,961 injury-related large truck accidents.

* 80,752 injuries due to large truck accidents.

Large truck accidents account for a significant portion of vehicle accidents every year and also account for a portion of crash-related injuries and fatalities among drivers, passengers and pedestrians.

According to research conducted by the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI), fatalities caused by truck accidents are rising and have steadily risen 5.8 percent over a the previous ten-year period. Causes of Truck Accidents There are a plethora of reasons that an individual can become involved in a truck accident, but there are a list of common, reoccurring truck accident scenarios that have been identified by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), which conducts research on highway collisions involving an array of motor vehicles.

The following are some of the primary causes for a fatality or injury because of a truck crash:

* Trucks hitting pedestrians.

* The force of the collision between a large truck and a smaller passenger vehicle/vehicles.

* Trucks hitting fixed objects.

* Loss of control (tire blow out, vehicle failure, weather conditions, etc.).

* Animal in roadway.

* Physical driver factor, including falling asleep, heart attack, etc.

Another study conducted by the FMCSA also found that truck accidents will vary based on roadway type, weight of vehicle and cargo body type. The study found that of the three main categories of roadway types (rural, urban and unknown), urban roadways (interstate, freeways, expressways, etc.) accounted for 63 percent of all large truck accidents. Additionally, weight factored into the equation of truck accidents and truck fatalities/injuries.

The study measured truck weight by single unit trucks (two axles, threes axles, etc.) and combination trucks (tractor trucks, truck pulling trailers, etc.). Of these, 62 percent of accidents were made up by combination trucks, specifically the tractor truck pulling a trailer.

Additionally, the study reported an array of truck varieties that had been in an accident:

* Van trucks, including closed van, refrigerated van and open top van.

* Dump trucks (rear dump trucks and bottom dump/hopper bottom).

* Tankers (tank-liquid, tank-dry bulk and tank-compressed gas).

* Garbage refuse trucks.

* Cement mixers.

* Pole/logging trucks.

* Auto carriers.

* Livestock carriers.

* Bobtail units (with no cargo body).

* Other category, which includes tow trucks, etc.

* Unknown category (meaning un-inspected vehicles).

Of these trucks, the van trucks accounted for 46 percent of large truck crashes with dump trucks accounting for 16 percent of accidents and flatbed trucks accounting for 15 percent.

Truck Accident Costs While the percentage of truck accidents varies each year, the UMTRI has noted that there is a steady increase of truck accident fatalities and injuries among passengers.

Accompanying this increase is the rising costs per crash. Research determining the average price for medium as well as heavy truck accidents was conducted by the Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation, which was paid for by USDOT.

The study found that: An average truck accident cost $91,112 in 2005.

* Crashes involving truck-tractors with two or three trailers accounted for the most costly crashes averaging $289,549 per crash.

* Truck crashes involving trucks with no trailers and straight trucks cost an average of $56,296 per crash.

* Reports have suggested that it will cost more than $3.6 million per crash for truck accidents involving a fatality.

* Whereas, truck crashes involving injury-only crashes averaged at $195,258 per crash.

While the costs of fatal and non-fatal accidents have been considered shockingly high by some, the study noted that these cost estimates excluded additional factors such as:

* mental health costs.

* roadside furniture repair costs.

* cargo delays.

* it is estimated that even those who are involved in or caring for a victim that was in a truck accident will have lost earnings.

* the value of schoolwork lost was also not factored.

Because of these exclusions, the estimated truck accident costs may even be considerable higher than estimated by the USDOT.

Seeking Assistance after a Truck Accident

It is often difficult for an individual to gauge the devastation that has just occurred after a truck collision. It is important that an individual who has suffered from a truck accident seeks medical attention immediately.

While an individual may feel no pain after an accident, their injuries may be internal and an examination by a medical professional immediately following an accident can ensure that the appropriate safety precautions are taken.

Additionally, it may be necessary for a truck accident victim to consult an experienced truck accident attorney for legal purposes, which may include a legal consultation for a potential truck accident lawsuit.

Developing a truck accident lawsuit may seem to be a drastic measure by some, but when considering the costs associated with a truck accident, whether fatal or non-fatal, it can be deemed a necessary step, one that may provide monetary compensation in return for damages following a truck collision.

To better understand the importance of a truck accident lawsuit, visit LegalView's truck accident portal. Also visit the LegalView legal library at for details on the possibility for a Levaquin recall or to learn about the latest Avandia lawsuit.

Crawford Truck And Nascar And Tow Truck Parts For Sale

Crawford Truck has obtained some of the Jerr-Dan Hino's used at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 2009.  Jerr- Dan is the leading manufacturer of towing and recovery equipment in the country.    Due to their size they were able to negotiate an exclusive agreement with Indianapolis Motor Speedway.  The Jerr-Dan Hino's were used during the Indianapolis 500, which is the largest single-day sporting event in the world!

The trucks that are available for purchase include Aluminum HPL 6000 wreckers, Premium 6-ton carrier bodies and MPL-40 self loading wreckers.  No matter the model you are looking for, Crawford Truck has the rig for you.  When it comes times to purchase your new tow truck, don't you want it to tell a story?  A story of being on the historical Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

The Trucks are available in an assortment of colors, but can be customized to match your fleet.  Many come with oversized push bumpers and multiple additional lights to make your rig stand out when performing service.  Jerr-Dan of Oshkosh Corporation is the leading tow truck manufacturer in North America; which exhibit very high quality, exceptional performance and rugged reliability.

Check out our website; www.crawfordtruck.com to see pictures of our NASCAR Hino Trucks.

Crawford Truck is now offering Monthly Specials

Crawford Truck is now offering amazing monthly specials on wreckers, car carriers and heavy duty trucks.   One example is a 2009 F-750 which was $99,000 and is now slashed to $96,500.  New! White F-750 XLT 330 HP Cummins Turbo Diesel with an Allison 3000 Push Button Automatic, Air Ride Drivers Seat, Air Brakes, and the lowest cab height of any 4 car chassis.  In addition to specials on our trucks, Crawford Truck is offering Specials on parts!

Buy 10 3/8 50 foot winch cables @ $71.00 each and get 1 free!  All Phoenix simulator Caps are also 10% off listed prices.  Call Today 800-427-7404 for your rig!  Ratchet and Strap Combos are also available at $34.99.  Stock up today!

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good recovery points (places to hook tow strap)on a 05 liberty?

i dont have tow hooks or trailer hitch...i just need to know a good safe place to hook up a recovery strap if i get stuck in somthing simple like loose sand or dirt or somthing..nothing major like mud half way up my tires...a simple i cant get traction or somthing under my tires.

All chassis have holes in the chassis elongated or round place accordingly. These holes are called pitch points. Hope this helps

Teenager recovering after towing hook accident
Jeremiah Gallaway, 17, of Indianola, enjoys a day outside with his black Labrador Retriever, Junior. Gallaway suffered a serious head injury in August when a towing hook embedded in his skull. Gallaway is awaiting surgery to replace the left portion of his skull.

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