Truck driving remains a popular industry that attracts a broad range of people. This fact is one of the things that makes truck driving so great, but it can also mean that some people are attracted to it looking for… Read More
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Challenges Facing Truckers in 2023
The last few years have shown us that it is hard to predict the future. Covid surprised the world. Then, there were massive supply chain disruptions and unexpected increases in fuel costs. However, gathering as much insight as possible for… Read More
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How Truckers Help the Supply Chain
According to Furniture Today, the trucking industry lost more than 11,00 truck driving jobs as of September 2022. This problem needs addressing for drivers to keep up with the demand while reducing the impact of ongoing supply chain issues. Truck… Read More
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Keeping Safe with an Oversize Load in Trucking
For the most part, truckers will have to deal with an oversized load at a certain point in their careers. A lot of specific preparation needs to happen for a truck driver about to embark on a trip with an… Read More
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What Are Runaway Truck Ramps For?
There is no denying that the life of a truck driver is not for the faint of heart. Just navigating the various obstacles that might appear on the road can prove challenging for many truck drivers — particularly those new to… Read More
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Is There a Diesel Shortage?
Truck drivers rely on diesel to run their semis. With the economy feeling a significant shift, particularly with supply chain issues and inflation, the trucking community has come to ask this pressing question: is there a diesel shortage? The reality… Read More
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The Dangers of Truck Overloading
As experienced truckers and transportation industry workers, we know firsthand exactly how big and heavy tractor-trailers and trucks are. While having an experienced driver makes a big difference and ensures that safety is upheld throughout the journey of your cargo,… Read More
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How Truckers Improve Fuel Efficiency
Like everyone else on the road, truck drivers and trucking companies are aware of the price of fuel. On some days, it will go up, and on other days, it might come down. Many factors contribute to these prices, as… Read More
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The Importance of Trucker Communications
Living life on the road can be lonesome, but despite the well-known trait of alone time as a part of the trucker life, communication is also a vital part of the job. Truckers communicate with dispatchers and other truckers to… Read More
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Types of Trailers in Trucking
Evan Transportation and A-1 Trailer & Container, Inc. specialize in renting and leasing containers, trailers, and local cartage/road trailers. Since we’ve been in business since 1996, we’ve seen trailers evolve and helped customers pick the best type for them. It… Read More