7 Steps to Becoming an Owner-Operator Truck Driver
In the trucking industry, there are many career paths a driver can take. One of those paths is to become an owner-operator. Here’s 7 steps if you’re looking to become an owner-operator!
The Trucker Convoy Protests – Unbiased Retelling
Earlier this year, a union of truckers rolled their rigs into Washington DC and demanded that the government lift pandemic-related restrictions. The Trucker Convoy Protests in the U.S. was inspired by the Ottowa trucker protest in Canada. The Canadian trucker convoy protests caused roads to shut down in protest of vaccine mandates. Specifically, a Canadian…
How to Eat Healthy On the Road – Trucker Edition
Making healthy choices while on the road can be challenging; even when you have the supplies to create healthy dishes, the flashing advertisements for fast food every mile can prove to be very tempting! Eating right can make a world of difference in how you feel. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of tips on…
6 Best Trucker Apps 2022 – On and Off the Road
We’ve curated a list of the top 6 best trucker apps to save you time and money! Forget high fuel prices, long waiting times, and inaccurate routes. These apps help to eliminate the common problems that truckers face. Check them out below. 1. Trucker Tools This is the perfect app for truckers to book premium…
How to Avoid Truck Driver Burnout
rucker burnout occurs when a truck driver becomes exhausted from his job. This exhaustion can be a danger to the driver’s life and the lives of other people on the road. Trucking isn’t just a 9-5 job, it’s a lifestyle and this routine can drain a trucker’s life. The more miles and hours a trucker drives, the more money they’ll make. This can make drivers push themselves to drive even more in order to make as much money as they physically can.
6 Tips for Rush Hour Traffic Tips: Trucker Edition
For casual drivers, rush hour traffic is just an annoying part of life. For professional drivers it can be a detrimental reason why a load doesn’t get to its destination on time. In order to be more successful and reduce stress, it’s important for truck drivers to plan their loads around traffic. Although sometimes it’s…
5 Best Leg Stretches for Semi Drivers
After a long day driving around and supplying America, your legs can feel stiff and your back sore. These five leg stretches for semi drivers are simple and can be done anywhere. None of these stretches require you to sit or lay on the ground. They can be done anywhere and are super simple. Stretch…
The Ultimate Guide to Financing Your Semi Truck
Financing a new semi truck can be very stressful and difficult especially if it’s your first truck. Here are some tips and things to expect when trying to finance your new semi truck. Determine Your Eligibility In a financer’s eyes funding a semi truck is a high risk investment. Be prepared for the up coming…
Must Have Items Every Trucker Needs In Their Cabin
It’s well known that being driving a semi truck is not an easy job. Here are some the of the best items of 2021 that every trucker needs in their cabin to make their life easier and more comfortable. Dash Cam BREAK CHECK! Yet another foolish driver playing games with a semi truck. Seriously where…
How to Protect Yourself as a CDL Driver
The trucking industry is a prime target for theft and criminal activity. It’s important to keep you and your cargo safe. There are plenty of measures you can take to protect vulnerable cargo. Here are a few tips on how to increase security in the trucking industry. High Tech Locks According to Sensitech’s quarterly reports in…