September 2, 2021
AgencyRoadside Safety Tips for Truck Drivers
It’s expected as a truck driver that you’re going to have to pull your truck to the roadside at some point in your career. Tires blow out, accidents happen, and trucks break down. Here are some roadside safety tips for truck drivers to help you handle this situation. When you’re on the side […]
August 26, 2021
AgencyWhich Type of Freight is Right for You
So, you have decided to start a career in trucking, or maybe you have been trucking for a while, but you’re still not sure what type of freight is the best for you. When deciding what type of freight to haul, there are many things to consider. Every driver is looking for […]
August 12, 2021
AgencyCDL PERMIT TEST STUDY TIPS FOR TRUCK DRIVERS
The CDL permit test is one of the most important tests you will take in your trucking career. Drivers must pass the test to practice driving a semi-truck, bus, or any other vehicle that is over 26,000 pounds. Like any test, you need to study and take the necessary steps to get prepared. […]
August 5, 2021
Agency3 SIMPLE TIPS TO IMPROVE YOUR CSA SCORE
There are millions of drivers on the road every day. That is why trucking companies must stay compliant with federal safety regulations. Staying compliant with federal safety regulations not only helps keep yourself and others on the road safe, but also helps improve your safety scores. A good CSA score is extremely important […]
July 29, 2021
AgencyISS SCORE FOR TRUCK DRIVERS EXPLAINED AND HOW TO FIND IT
An Inspection Selection System Score also called “ISS Score” was created by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to help law enforcement officers determine if the truck should be inspected. The inspection selection system score is frequently used to determine if your truck will receive a bypass command or not. There […]
July 22, 2021
AgencyHAULING LIVESTOCK: 3 THINGS TO CONSIDER
There are many different types of freight you can haul as a truck driver, and livestock is one of them. According to the FMCSA, there are roughly 250,000 drivers who are specialty livestock haulers in the U.S. Hauling livestock isn’t for everyone. It takes a special kind of truck driver with patience and who does […]
July 15, 2021
Agency5 Tips for Finding the Lowest Cost on Trucking Insurance
Semi-truck insurance is a big, yet necessary expense for truck drivers. Over the recent years, truck insurance premiums have been on the rise. Truck drivers, like any other individual, have necessary and unnecessary expenses. Trucking insurance is a necessary and high expense. If you are looking for ways to find the lowest cost […]
July 8, 2021
AgencyFMCSA Insurance Requirements
With more than 3.5 million truck drivers in the United States, it is important to have the right insurance coverage. Commercial truck insurance is a necessity for owner-operators or if you are working under your authority. Insurance will help protect you, your business, and your truck. If you are filing for operating authority, […]
July 1, 2021
Agency5 Personal Safety Tips for Truck Drivers
It is not a secret that trucking is a difficult and dangerous job. It requires long work hours, high concentration levels, and skill. Truck driving ranks in the top 10 of the most dangerous jobs. With trucking being so dangerous, drivers need to be extra cautious while on the road. Truck drivers put their […]
June 24, 2021
AgencyDealing with Homesickness on the Road
Truck drivers spend a significant amount on the road. Because of a driver’s work schedule, they miss out on family events, gatherings, their children’s milestones and spending time with their loved ones. With the amount of time drivers spend on the road, feeling homesick is common. Feeling homesick makes being a truck […]