Monday, November 7, 2022 Every day, professional drivers head out from their homes, company yards, or any number of truck stops and rest areas across the nation. The average trucker driver puts in around 100,000 miles each year, putting them at a higher risk of vehicular accidents than the general population simply because of the time spent on the road. READ MORE >>
Monday, October 31, 2022 Being a truck driver means long hours on the road, oftentimes filled with traffic and random delays. At the end of the driving day, it’s best to have a clean and safe place to park your rig, but it’s also nice to have a good time and access to some essential services. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, July 26, 2022 Tips on Preparing Your Big Rig For Summer “Hot fun in the summertime!” Sly and the Family Stone proclaimed my favorite season to be filled with hot fun. I have a folding lawn chair in my truck. I’ve had barbecues at the loading dock. I’ve read under a tree. I love summer trucking! READ MORE >>
Wednesday, July 6, 2022 Pros and Cons of Long Haul Truck Driving The life of a long-haul truck driver is glamourized, to some degree, by TV and film. And by drivers themselves! When I was looking to get into trucking, I had CB in my van. I got on the radio and connected with a couple of truckers working nearby and asked their advice about getting into the industry. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, June 28, 2022 Truck Driver Requirements: What You Need To Know 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 >>
Wednesday, June 15, 2022 What to Expect in the First Year of Truck Driving The first year on the road is the toughest. Drivers begin a new career with the expectation of freedom and travel. They get to see the country on the company’s dime. They will be the king of the road. There is a thread of truth through it all, but it’s not without challenges. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, June 1, 2022 Top 5 Things to Consider When Choosing the Right Trucking Company 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? READ MORE >>
Wednesday, May 25, 2022 How Depression is Affecting Today’s Truck Drivers Depression comes in many forms and is often dismissed by those who haven’t experienced it’s impact. Sometimes colloquially referred to as The Black Dog, depression shows its face during its early stages as anxiety. READ MORE >>
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 >>
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