What kind of training should new truck drivers be required to have? According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), they’ve come up with a final ruling that dictates minimum training rules for new truck drivers. The compliance date is still a ways off, though: February 7, 2020. The mandate was set to go… Read more »
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How to Avoid Being Lonely on the Road
In general, trucking can be a lonely job. Think about it: trucking involves sitting in a giant, fortress-like vehicle for many hours at a time. However, some people’s personalities mesh well with the trucking lifestyle precisely because they like a lot of alone time. Others? Not so much. What can you do to avoid being… Read more »
What Do Truckers Do When Snow Accumulates Atop Their Trailer?
Snow is a main reason why so many Northerners end up moving South to places like Arizona, Texas and, of course, Florida. Snow is a nuisance, especially for people who have to drive in it. Take, for instance, truckers– what are they supposed to do about several inches of snow piled up atop their trailers?… Read more »
Tips for Truckers Trying to Survive the Holiday Season
Commercial truck driving is a job that requires long hauls from long distances between point A and point B. The holiday time in particular is especially busy and stressful, as commercial truck drivers are expected to be on the road for extended periods of time. The holiday season is when deliveries are made around the… Read more »
The Importance of a Good Night’s Sleep
Sleep is a vital component of having a healthy mind and body. However, due to busy schedules and restless minds, sleep is all too often neglected. If you’ve ever felt like a zombie after a poor night of sleep, then you know the negative effects it can have as it makes it difficult to function… Read more »
What Are the Most Common Causes of Flat Tires?
Flat tires are a huge inconvenience, regardless of whether you are riding a bike, driving a motorcycle or a big rig like a semi. Often, there are moments when a flat tire is completely out of your control, such as when there’s an accident, while others could be avoided by making sure you have enough… Read more »
What Is Truck Platooning?
Truck platooning is an concept that could be beneficial to all drivers on the highway, including those behind the wheel of heavy-duty trucks. This idea was developed in order to conserve space and fuel as well as increase safety on major highways. Platooning is when vehicles are grouped together, with a large commercial truck in… Read more »
How To Prep Your Home For An Extended Absence
Truck driving has proved repeatedly to be a very stable job. Good pay, benefits and professional training are customary for truck drivers. The one catch to the job, you are often away from home for several weeks at a time. The initial period you can expect to be away from home for professional training is… Read more »
Tips for Keeping Your Truck Clean
You spend a lot of time in your truck. Ideally, you want to keep it clean both inside and out. Do you have a calendar? Chances are you do, and on that calendar you should plan to get your truck’s exterior washed regularly. Pick a certain date and time every couple weeks and stick to… Read more »