A constant lament of many truckers is how other motorists behave around them. Tailgating, hanging in blind spots, getting cut off as they merge, the list of annoying -- and dangerous -- behaviors is long and varied.
However, one law enforcement agency is doing something about it.
The Maine State Police is targeting those possibly deadly behaviors. In a recnt Facebook post, the troopers said:
"The Troop K Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Unit recently started an initiative to target passenger car violations in the context of commercial vehicle safety as a proactive approach to enhance highway safety in Maine. With a significant percentage (65%) of fatal commercial vehicle crashes in 2025 attributed to passenger cars, this strategy aims to mitigate risks and improve overall traffic safety.
"The enforcement details in Bangor, Winthrop, and the greater Portland area were particularly important due to the high volume of commercial traffic in these towns. By focusing on passenger cars that violate traffic laws around commercial trucks, the unit seeks to create safer interactions between these vehicles and commercial trucks, which is crucial for preventing accidents.
"This initiative aligns with Troop K and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administrator’s (FMCSA) broader goals of reducing crashes, injuries, and fatalities involving commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) through inspections, enforcement, data quality, and promoting safer transportation of hazardous materials, as well as creating safer road conditions for everyone.
