Concerned about Cybersecurity ?
In the initial years of digital technology and connectivity being infused with automobile, researchers took to show that they could hack a Chevy Impala or a Jeep Cherokee to hijack their steering and disable the vehicles' brakes, the findings were an alarming wakeup call to the consumer in the automobile industry. However, industrial automakers are still in line for for a reminder that they, also are selling susceptible computer networks that are connected to their vehicles, these are moving vehicles with carrying weights of 33,000 pounds and upwards. In recent times, breaches of cyber security and other similar incidents have generated continuing discussions both inside and outside the trucking industry and community.
Most commercial motor vehicles such as big rigs and semis have to follow strict rules and guidelines stipulated by the US Federal Motor Carrier Safety Commission. Failure to adhere to these safety protocols and guidelines can result in liabilities for any injuries caused from accidents and crashes.
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