Driving at night on deserted roads, especially for truck drivers, always carries unforeseen dangers. Among these, the stories of “trucks driving at night encountering ghosts” or being stopped by strangers looking for trouble are constant anxieties for many. So, when faced with such situations, how should drivers handle them safely?
A group of people blocking a truck on a deserted road at night
“Humans are more terrifying than ghosts”: Real-life situations when trucks drive at night
There’s a saying that “humans are more terrifying than ghosts.” Indeed, for truck drivers, encountering people blocking the road at night, especially on deserted routes, is even more frightening than encountering ghosts. This is because we can never know their true intentions. A video on Facebook recording a group of people stopping a truck on a deserted road at night is a typical example. In such situations, drivers easily fall into a state of panic, anxiety, and fear.
Truck Driving at Night and Being Blocked: What to Do?
When faced with the situation of being blocked while driving a truck at night, many drivers share their handling experiences. Some choose to be patient and let it pass. However, reality shows that yielding can sometimes encourage the other party to take advantage.
If you react strongly and aggressively, you may encounter reckless individuals who are not afraid. So, what is the optimal solution?
Many opinions suggest that in a state of panic, drivers are very likely to lose their composure, leading to mistakes such as stepping on the accelerator instead of the brake. Or, if trying to swerve past, the vehicle could be pelted with stones, endangering themselves and the vehicle.
Some experienced drivers advise locking the doors, trying to stay calm, and absolutely not getting out of the vehicle to argue. Observe the situation, and if it seems dangerous, consider reversing or finding a way to report to the authorities.
During the day, if encountering drunk people causing trouble, apologizing might avoid further issues. But at night, it is best not to engage, to avoid unwanted situations.
Safe Solutions for Truck Drivers Driving at Night
Some suggest being patient while secretly recording the event with a dashcam or phone as evidence, and then sending it to the authorities for handling. This is considered a relatively safe and effective solution.
In summary, encountering “ghosts” or people blocking the road while driving a truck at night are both dangerous situations. Drivers need to remain calm and alert to handle the situation safely and effectively. Equipping a dashcam is essential to record evidence in case things go wrong. Hopefully, this article will provide useful information for drivers, helping everyone to steer more confidently on deserted night roads.
