Truck driving is one of the largest occupations in the United States according to the U.S Department of Labor and also one of the jobs that are the least physically active. While truck drivers play an important part of our… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘trucking lifestyle’
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The Best First Assignments for Rookie Truckers
The first day at every job is stressful and full of unknowns, and the first day as a rookie trucker can be even more intimidating. There are several types of jobs available in the trucking industry for rookie truckers and… Read More
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Tips For Increased Fuel Efficiency
The cost of fuel typically accounts for about 30% of a fleet’s budget. That’s a lot of gas! Companies use all sorts of methods to try and keep those costs down. There are apps and various kinds of software geared… Read More
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Safe Driving During a Summer Heat Wave
The hot weather is here to stay and many drivers are hitting the road to visit vacation spots throughout the country. When you’re a trucker, that means dealing with all of the headaches that the heat and all of the… Read More
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What Are the Best Mobile Apps for Truckers?
Every industry has to keep up with current technological advances, and the trucking industry is no different! The current technology keeps us in touch with loved ones, other drivers, brokers, carriers and the home office. Electronic logs are far more… Read More
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Can Cell Phone Apps Phase Out Classic CB Radio Communication?
You’ve heard the saying before—there’s an app for that! When it comes to classic CB radio communication, the way that truckers have communicated amongst each other for decades, there are many cell phone apps that are claiming to be potential… Read More
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Summer Tips for Trucker Safety
Truckers are behind the wheel and driving for long hours. There are some summer tips to help with trucker safety that you should be aware of. A few driving tips will ensure you’re a little safer.
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Safety Tips for Summer
Last week we discussed the best ways to beat heavy summer traffic, but how can we protect ourselves when we can’t avoid the high volume on the roads? According to a survey by the Department of Transportation in 2014, summer… Read More
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Thinking About Becoming a Truck Driver? Here’s What You Should Know
If you want to become a truck driver, it can be difficult to see a glimpse of the job before signing on the dotted line. Being a truck driver isn’t as simple as deciding to try the job and seeing… Read More
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Best Ways to Pass Time While on Long Hauls
Other than getting to your destination and surviving all of the traffic, road closures, and headaches along the way, finding ways to pass the time on long hauls can be the most difficult part. Limits to driving hours serve to… Read More