There are 27,000 trucks registered to drive on our roads and some may think that's too many. But we need them and the goods they deliver.
Last night near Tauranga, a car versus a logging truck left five men dead and a truck driver traumatised for life.
The Trucking Association says it is doing everything it can to prevent further tragedy.
So how can drivers stay safe and be seen when driving around these behemoth vehicles? It's not about who's right and who's wrong but understanding the limitations and dangers of a shared road space.
Story puts together a survival guide about how to stay out of trouble around trucks.
Watch the video for the full Story report.
