"Advocates push for safer roads as parked semi-trucks threaten drivers."
Parked semi-trucks pose a danger to drivers, with thousands of accidents and fatalities occurring near interstate on and off ramps. The lack of available parking spots for big trucks forces drivers to park in unsafe areas, leading to collisions. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg acknowledges the problem and emphasizes the need for safe parking options. Efforts are being made to expand truck parking at rest stops through federal funding, and legislation is being proposed to allocate additional funds for truck parking expansion. The push for change comes after tragic accidents, such as a collision involving a Greyhound bus and parked semi-trucks in Illinois. Families affected by these accidents are calling for stricter laws to restrict big rig parking.