
Introduction Truck accidents are a significant concern on U.S. roads, posing severe risks to drivers, passengers, and pedestrians alike. In 2023 alone, large truck crashes resulted in 5,078 fatalities and 86,842 injuries in the United States, highlighting the critical need for improved road safety measures. On July 24, 2024, a tragic accident underscored these concerns when a truck driver was charged with five counts of death by motor vehicle after a catastrophic crash on Interstate 95 in Wilson County, North Carolina. The accident left five people dead, bringing the issue of truck safety back into the spotlight. According to the