Written by: Mike Allen

“My name is Mike Allen and I have been a resident of Salem, Oregon for over 30 years now. Growing up in a climate such as we have here (ie: icy, wet and cold), it is almost second nature for a person who drives a vehicle to almost master driving in these conditions. However, one thing a person can only learn with experience is never use cruise control when driving a pickup up a steep hill and around a bend.

“With the truck being so light in the rear, the truck rear tires will break free and the truck will spin and possibly flip, as mine did! This may seem to be a little story that seems to be of little or no interest to some (or all), but I will say that my sister and I are very lucky to be alive!

“Just be very safe when driving as you go through life, the life you save could very well be your own. “