In the commercial trucking industry, a truck that's not moving is a truck that's not making money. Many Texas truck drivers are in a rush to deliver their goods as quickly as possible, even if that means breaking the law and speeding. Because trucks are so much larger and heavier than regular vehicles, an 18-wheeler going over the speed limit is much more dangerous than other speeding cars. Speed is one of the most common causes of semi-truck accidents in Texas. Read more about speeding truck drivers and what you can do to hold them accountable for your accident in this article.