A dashboard camera, or “dash cam,” is gaining popularity for drivers, especially truck drivers. The camera is fixed to the front of a car or truck’s dashboard to record the road as they drive. The camera provides peace of mind… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘truck driving’
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The Biggest Misconceptions About A Career In Trucking
Trucking is one of the most misunderstood industries, as people really have no idea what a career as a truck driver entails or how truck driver training is done. The job is often underestimated and ends up being much more… Read More
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How To Plan A Long Haul Drive
Professional truckers must know the importance of planning a long haul road trip, as it’s not only profitable but also essential for the health and stress levels of the driver. Before leaving on a trip, truckers must first do a… Read More
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Trucking: Day Vs. Night
In many ways, being a trucker is more of a lifestyle than a job. Its demands, particularly upward of 300 days per year on the road, will certainly limit what time you spend at home, thus impacting relationships with those… Read More
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How to Make Your Truck Cab a Home on Wheels
Let’s face it, if you’re a truck driver then the truck pretty much is your home. You’ve undoubtedly found yourself eating, sleeping, and working in the cab of your truck. And like any home, you want to live in comfort…. Read More
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Defensive Driving Techniques
If you’ve been driving for a long time, you probably know that driving is risky business. Not everyone drives well! It’s important for responsible drivers to develop a set of skills to defend themselves against possible collisions due to bad… Read More
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The Growing Appeal of Trucking Simulators
One unusual trend in the video game industry is the rise of trucking simulators such as American Truck Simulator and Euro Truck simulator. These games put players right in the driver’s seat and enable them to experience the thrilling life… Read More
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Is a Career In Truck Driving Right for Me?
Have you ever thought about hitting the road and seeing the country, but wanted to get paid to do it? Maybe you’ve always enjoy long drives with the music up, or just like the idea of being your own boss…. Read More
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Trucking Safety Tips: Skid Control and Recovery
It might seem like we’re inundating this blog with winter trucking safety and maintenance tips lately, but it’s so much better to be safe than sorry in the freight truck world. This one is applicable year-round, even in the most… Read More
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Winter Truck Driving Safety Tips
Truck driving, especially in the icy parts of the United States, during the winter can be dangerous. However, if you keep these winter driving safety tips in mind, you’ll find winter truck driving to be not only safer, but more… Read More