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
Posts Tagged ‘trucking life’
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Understanding Jackknifing And How To Prevent It
Jackknifing is a type of trucking accident that happens when a truck skids, causing the trailer to spin and collide with the cab. The accident often causes serious injuries, not only to the truck driver but also to the other… Read More
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Why All Truck Drivers Should Get A Dash Cam
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
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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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High Blood Pressure And Its Effect On Your Driving Career
High blood pressure is a major factor affecting commercial truck drivers and is taken very seriously in the trucking industry. There are strict rules for truckers getting their DOT medical certification for blood pressure, and drivers with high blood pressure may… Read More
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How To Make Your Truck Feel More Comfortable On Long Hauls
Truck drivers often have to drive long hauls that can take multiple hours, days or even weeks spent behind the wheel. When spending so much time in their truck, a truck driver’s vehicle really can feel like a home away… Read More
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How to Get in Great Shape for Your DOT Physical
Federal law requires drivers of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) to receive regular physical examinations under the Department of Transportation. DOT physicals are highly regulated for the drivers’ safety and are designed to detect physical, mental, and emotional issues that can… Read More
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How to Prepare for Your Trucking Training
The ability to travel on a regular basis while making money doing something you love is a privilege and an attractive prospect for most. One of the few employment positions that have this privilege are truck drivers. Truckers are a… Read More
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Crucial Tips for New Truckers
Many people are attracted to the idea of being a trucker as a profession. Not only does it provide a great salary, but it also allows for a sense of freedom and an opportunity to see large parts of the… Read More
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The Healthiest Diet for Life on the Road
The life of a truck driver is fun for many who pursue the open road, it also provides a sense of freedom as well as great pay and job security, however, it is easy to be unhealthy in this profession…. Read More