Pilot / Escort Car Operations
of awareness creates safety risks for drivers and crews.
To address this, the industry has taken efforts to educate drivers through driver’ s education, digital traffic signs and public awareness initiatives, such as the Evergreen Safety Council’ s“ Slow Your Pace, Give Them Space” campaign. The effort began in February and aims to reach the general public and learning drivers as early as possible.
“ We hear frequently from people in the transport industry that most members of the motoring public don’ t know what to do when they see an oversize load or pilot cars,” Kind said.“ We want to help change that. The goal of our campaign is to spread the word to as many drivers as possible so when they encounter an oversize / overweight team on the road, they should‘ Slow Your Pace, Give Them Space.’ Our website contains videos, images and a one-page curriculum that are free to use and share, and we’ re hoping that everyone will help amplify this important message. It’ s all about keeping our pilots and load drivers as safe as possible.”
The Road Ahead
Pilot / escort car operations are a common sight on the road, yet they remain one of the least understood and regulated segments of heavy-haul transportation. Despite that, the industry plays an indispensable role in the safe and successful movement of many specialized transports.
The road ahead is not without challenges, but by embracing technology, working toward greater consistency in
certification requirements and travel regulations, investing in training to address workforce shortages and educating the public about its role, the industry can continue to evolve.
As heavy hauls and superloads and superloads continue to grow in size and complexity, the pilot car industry will play an increasingly important role in shaping how safely and efficiently they move across North America.
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