Thursday, March 9, 2023 Truck Driver’s Guide to Weigh Stations You’ve likely noticed the occasional herding of trucks into a weigh station, triggered by flashing lights beckoning truckers in for a — hopefully — short visit. READ MORE >>
Thursday, March 2, 2023 Truck Driver’s Guide to Truck Stops Truck stops are a beacon of hope to the weary trucker. They are a destination that marks rest, a break from the hours behind the wheel. Whether you’re pulling in to refuel your truck, your body, or your soul, truck stops are an integral part of your trucking experience. READ MORE >>
Thursday, February 23, 2023 Truck Driver’s Guide to Showers It’s not a glamorous life, but there are amenities out there. Some truck drivers still fit the bill of a “dirty old trucker” but with the convenience of showers available at most truck stops and travel centers, there’s little reason not to get cleaned up and look professional. READ MORE >>
Thursday, February 16, 2023 Truck Driver Shortage in America According to an estimate from the American Trucking Association, the US is experiencing a shortage of 80,000 drivers, while Canada is short 25,000 drivers. These numbers tell only a small part of the story. The shortage of drivers doesn’t come from a lack of skilled and qualified drivers. READ MORE >>
Thursday, February 9, 2023 Responsibilities that Come with Being a Truck Driver I remember the first time I climbed into a big rig. I was around 8 years old, and it felt like magic. I knew there would come a day that I’d drive a transport, that I’d listen to the chatter on the CB radio, and that I’d roll more miles in a month than some folks do all year. READ MORE >>
Thursday, February 2, 2023 Requirements to be a Truck Driver You’ve watched the big rigs roll down the highway. You’ve seen the movie images of the nomadic trucker. You inhale the smell of diesel on a cool morning and it makes you smile. You want to be a truck driver. READ MORE >>
Thursday, January 26, 2023 How to Make your Truck your Home Away from Home You’ve heard it said, heck, I’ve even said it, “Being a truck driver isn’t just a job. It’s a lifestyle.” Part of this lifestyle means living unconventionally. READ MORE >>
Thursday, January 19, 2023 Strategies Truck Drivers Can Use to Be Successful Being a successful truck driver entails much more than simply good driving skills. In fact, while most of your time is spent driving, it’s these other strategies or skills that can make or break your career. Make Safety a Priority READ MORE >>
Thursday, January 12, 2023 Tips for New Drivers Welcome to a new world that few understand and fewer get to experience! Being a truck driver can be a great career for the right person, or simply a job if you choose to make it one. But let’s be clear and honest off the top: The first year is the toughest, so here are a few tips to help you get through. READ MORE >>
Monday, November 21, 2022Tips for Purchasing a New Truck You’ve made the decision. You’re taking the ride into the new world of truck ownership. Maybe you’re still considering your options and want to know more. Either way, there are many points to consider before taking the leap into the driver’s seat of your new truck and they vary from driver to driver. READ MORE >>
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