Why does a truck move so slowly while plowing snow and spreading materials?
A.The driver must adjust his or her vehicle speed according to various conditions such as heavy or wet snow, ice or residential areas. If the truck is traveling too fast, the material will not stay on the roadway. Before you decide to pass a plow truck, however, ask yourself: “Is it really necessary to pass the snowplow and travel at a higher speed on a untreated roadway?” Passing a snowplow can be extremely dangerous. There is never a “safe” time to pass a truck plowing snow. Q.
