DEAR ABBY: I am a professional truck driver. The recent letter from "A Fitness Cyclist for 40 Years" inspired me to explain to the public why truck drivers do certain things on the road.
We change from one lane to another to avoid a vehicle that has broken down, a police officer stopped on the side of the road or a cyclist. People do not realize the draft from a large truck could pull a cyclist toward the trailer and under the wheels. Please, drivers, do not try to pass us on the right when we change lanes. Wait until we return to our lane.
Also, when it's raining, please turn your headlights on so we can see you. And please don't race to get ahead of us at an off-ramp.
People may not like trucks on the road, Abby, but remember -- the only thing not delivered by a truck is a baby! -- MIKE MILBURN, PORT CHARLOTTE, FLA.
DEAR MIKE: Thank you for your important tips. Trucks are vital pipelines in our healthy economy. I have received many letters from readers wanting to thank truck drivers for their assistance in road emergencies. Truck drivers are some of the most courteous and safest drivers on our highways. Keep up the good work.