A trucking career is a great path to choose, but how do you know if it’s the right choice? Professional truckers need to have certain qualities and aspirations to have a successful and happy career. If you’re thinking about becoming… Read More
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4 Safe Driving Tips For Construction Zones
All drivers on the road must be aware of driving safely through construction zones, especially truck drivers. Construction zones typically have many signs with bright colors or lights to notify drivers of the road conditions ahead. The zones almost always… Read More
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Essential Trucking Tips For New Drivers
New truck drivers have a lot to learn, and should always be willing to take advice from expert truckers. Truck driving takes a lot of practice and dedication, and qualified trainers are the best for giving helpful tips. Here are… Read More
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Spring Cleaning For Your Big Rig
March is right around the corner, which means it’s almost time for spring cleaning! As the weather starts to warm up and the sun starts to shine again, it’s nearly that time of year where everyone gets the motivation to… Read More
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Why Do Semi-Trucks Use Diesel?
Have you ever wondered why semi-trucks run on diesel engines? There are many benefits of using diesel in semi-trucks, mainly because they are so much heavier than cars and often carry heavy loads. Here are some facts about diesel engines,… Read More
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Weigh Stations 101
A weigh station is a designated stop where the Department of Transportation (DOT) inspects the weight of a vehicle to ensure you are traveling with a safe load. Weigh stations are very important for all cars on the road, as… Read More
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How Truckers Can Fit In Workouts To Their Day
We all know that frequent exercise is important for our health, but truckers know that fitting in workouts on a long haul is not always easy. With days consisting of early mornings, late nights, and hours of driving in between,… Read More
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Can Truck Drivers Bring Pets Along For Long Hauls?
Last week’s blog touched upon truck drivers’ struggles with homesickness and loneliness, and a great solution we mentioned was to bring along a pet for long hauls. In this week’s blog, we’ll look at how possible it is for truckers… Read More
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How To Manage Loneliness And Homesickness While On The Road
Many truckers around the world agree that one of the hardest parts of the job is leaving home for long periods of time to be on their own. Everyone feels homesick at some point, but truckers have to deal with… Read More
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How to Manage Your Road Rage
It happens to all drivers at some point- another driver on the road is really getting on your nerves. Whether they’re driving too slow or dangerously cut in front of you, road rage happens to the best of us. However,… Read More