Farm Vehicle Accidents in Texas
How Are They Different from other Crashes? The Common Types of Farm Vehicle Accidents
Because Texas has more farms and ranches than any other state, farm vehicle accidents are extremely common in the Lone Star State. Many of those accidents occur during the summer and fall months, often on rural roads. As a consequence, officials believe that many of these accidents go unreported.
What are the common types of farm accidents? What should you do to protect yourself after a collision involving a farm implement or vehicle?
Farm Accidents on the Rise in Texas
According to data collected by the Texas Farm Bureau and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), farm vehicle accidents across the state have gradually been on the rise for the last 15 years. On average, about three of every four farm vehicle accidents take place on rural roads.
The Common Causes of Farm Vehicle Accidents in Texas
A number of factors contribute to the increased risk of an accident involving a farm vehicle:
- The sheer size of many farm vehicles, which often span the entire road and make turning or maneuvering the vehicle extremely difficult
- The slow speed at which most farm vehicles travel
- The absence of brake lights or turn signals on most farm vehicles
In addition, most rural roads are poorly lit and many farm vehicles are covered with dirt, making visibility a challenge.
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