Fog is perhaps one of the most dangerous weather conditions to drive in. Not only does the fog impair the driver’s ability to see potential road hazards, but it can form quickly, change in thickness, and create wet road conditions. […]
Category: Semi-Trucks
A Brief History of Trucking in America
History-Early Designs: According to Business Insider, approximately 70% of all freight in the United States is transported by trucks. It would be an unusual sight today to be on the highway and not see at least a handful of semis […]
Trucker Appreciation Week: Celebrating You
Trucker Appreciation Week: There are currently over 3.5 million truck drivers working in the United States and we want to take a moment to recognize every single one of them. National Trucker Appreciation Week was started in 1998 by the […]
Air or Spring Suspension: What’s the Difference?
Truck suspension is what minimizes jarring while you are on the road in order to prevent your trailer and cargo from getting damaged. Having good suspension also helps to maintain the alignment and cushions the chassis from road shock. Whether […]
Depression and Drivers: An Occupational Hazard
Depression is more than just an occasional feeling of melancholy that springs up from time to time. Rather, it is all consuming and halts an individual’s ability to function normally. Many truck drivers suffer from depression in silence and transportation […]
Staying Out of Harm’s Way: Avoiding Protesters
Protests continue across the country in the aftermath of the death of George Floyd. During this time of civil unrest, commercial drivers everywhere are being cautioned against the potential dangers. In 1992, Reginald Denny, a driver caught in the midst […]
Why Owner/Operators Fail: Avoid These Pitfalls
Every owner/operator is optimistic that their business will be successful. Unfortunately, many businesses end up failing within a short period of time, leaving the owners penniless. Are you thinking about becoming an owner/operator? Take a moment and read some of […]
Getting Along with Your Dispatcher: How to Have a Good Working-Relationship
Like it or not, your dispatcher will be one of the most important professional relationships that you have as a commercial driver. They are the ones who assign the loads and they also play a large role in what your […]
Be an Asset: How to Market Yourself to Companies
It is not out of the ordinary for new drivers to work for a few freight companies before finding the right fit. No matter what profession you enter into, being able to sell yourself is a must to get your […]
Tools to Have as a Commercial Driver
Truck drivers can face a multitude of unexpected troubles while on the road and that is why it is so important to prepare where you can. Before hitting the road, you should take some time to organize a handy tool […]
