Truck drivers have something in common with touring musicians– both often travel far and wide for work and get to see parts of the state or country that others don’t get to see. With that in mind, there have got to be ways to have fun while truck driving, right? It’s not all work, work,… Read more »
It’s vital for truck drivers to get more than enough sleep while they’re out on the road. Studies have shown about 30 percent of fatal truck accidents take place as a direct result of fatigue. Falling asleep in the sleeper cab of your truck can be challenging, though. Let’s take a look at some of… Read more »
If you’re driving a truck you shouldn’t be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Recently, on November 18, more than 178,00 truck drivers (and other CDL holders) had their licenses downgraded and their commercial driving privileges revoked. They were classified as “prohibited” status in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse…. Read more »
Driving a truck ain’t easy and it’s not for the faint of heart. You’ve got a big machine that you’re in control of, and one bad move could mean you or someone else dies. When you think of it that way, you realize truckers really do have to be on their game when behind the… Read more »
Once you’ve got your CDL (commercial driver’s license) then what kind of truck are you going to drive? There are different options– but consider becoming a flatbed truck driver. Why? Well, there are several good reasons… The Best Reasons to Become a Flatbed Driver Truckers want to get paid well for what they do. Not… Read more »
Are you bored living where you live? Are you tired of doing your current job and looking for something different? Why not consider driving a truck for your new career? Strong Earning Potential One of the main reasons people become truck drivers is for the money, of course, and it can pay well. But there’s… Read more »
So you’re training to become a truck driver and you’re getting ready for your first year on the road. How will it go? The first year of being a truck driver might be the hardest. Everything’s new, after all– meeting new people, getting used to a new job, the truck you’ll drive, using new driving… Read more »
Do you drive a big rig or semi-truck? It’s summertime and temperatures are soaring to triple digits in many places. Can a 100-degree day be good for a truck? Probably not! What are some reasons why a semi-truck might overheat? Impeded Thermostat If your truck has a partially open or stuck shut thermostat you might… Read more »
Driving a truck is a big responsibility. What are some steps truckers can take to minimize safety risks? Defensive Driving Defensive driving is a mindset that truckers should adopt– it basically means always looking out for potential hazards and/or changes in driving/road conditions. The more aware a driver is of his or her surroundings, the… Read more »