Thursday, May 19, 2022 May is Mental Health Awareness Month Mental health issues are a daily battle for millions of people and truck drivers are no exception. Mental Health is an issue that is not always discussed within the trucking industry, however bringing awareness to the struggles that come with having a mental health issue as a truck driver is very important. READ MORE >>
Thursday, May 12, 2022 Venturing into the wild and wonderful world of trucking brings a myriad of questions including, “How do I know if this is the right company for me?” With so many points to ponder, it’s easy to get lost in the early stages, become overwhelmed, and find yourself unsure which company to run with. READ MORE >>
Thursday, May 5, 2022 “When I grow up, I wanna be a trucker.” That’s what was on my little trucker hat when I was in elementary school. I envisioned driving a big ole’ Kenworth or Peterbilt with a shiny trailer to match. READ MORE >>
Friday, April 22, 2022 The National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration reported that roughly 147,000 people were injured and an additional 39,000 people were killed in motor vehicle traffic crashes in 2020. Nearly 5000 of those who lost their lives were involved in crashes with large trucks. READ MORE >>
Thursday, April 14, 2022 Fuel prices have soared in recent months with the impact on truck drivers and companies felt across the board. With companies reporting fuel costs increasing by tens of thousands of dollars within the first week of the most recent price spike, many are looking closely at ways to reduce operating costs. READ MORE >>
Thursday, March 31, 2022 How are high fuel prices affecting truckers? Diesel, gas, oil. Fuel is the lifeblood of the trucking industry. In fact, our entire economy runs on the basis of fuel. The recent rising costs have a ripple effect that reaches every person in one facet or another. READ MORE >>
Thursday, March 24, 2022 How Truck Drivers Should Prepare Their Trucks for Spring Spring brings new beginnings, renewed life, and a fresh season for truck maintenance. I know it isn’t the most exciting part of the new season but it could help your rig last longer than a truck stop romance. READ MORE >>
Monday, January 24, 2022 How to Be Profitable in Trucking There is a definite appeal to trucking. The marketing always shows the newest trucks, the open road, wide-open landscapes, and oodles of cash. Make no mistake, the pay in trucking is good, but the hours are long. READ MORE >>
Thursday, January 20, 2022 Driving hazards increase during the winter and there is a higher chance of encountering an accident. However, it does not mean you cannot avoid these accidents, as there are ways to prepare for trucking in winter. Tips for Dealing with Winter Trucking Hazards READ MORE >>
Thursday, January 13, 2022 At the start of the 20th century, transportation was going through a time of change. With the development of the first everyday automobile in the late 19th century and the invention of Henry Ford’s assembly lines, making cars became more affordable and accessible than ever before, pushing transportation into a new era. READ MORE >>
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