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I saw a graphic of how big the "blind spot" is in front of modern trucks and it was bigger than most giant construction equipment.
And that's for an average height driver.
Most of the huge truck guys also happen to be well under the average height, so entire reasonable size cars disappear in front of them when they tailgate. They might see the roof, but they won't see brake lights or taillights.
It's flat out not safe for other people. Which is why we have people driving giant SUVs instead of minivans now. Which just makes it worse for everyone else.