February 3rd, 2023
If your business has it, we can transport it! These are the most common loads that truckers haul.
If you’re out on the road, you’ll likely see a freight truck at some point. Truckers are the lifeblood of America’s economy, helping get products from point A to point B and ultimately into the hands of the end consumer. What you may not realize at first glance, however, is the many different truck freight types.
Some kinds of freight—particularly those that need to be refrigerated—even require specific kinds of trucks. Different truck freight types are going to have different requirements and industry expectations. There are other factors, too; road closures, inclement weather, or heavy traffic can all impact delivery time. Let’s take a look at some of the top different truck freight types that are shipped around the country every single day.
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February 1st, 2023
Some truck drivers drive in teams. Here’s more about this side of trucking.
The typical image of the trucker is a lonesome, rough-tough character that traverses the highways and byways of states, regions, and countries. Life as a trucker can be lonely, but not all truckers drive alone. Yes, there are CB radio, apps, and other technologies to keep truckers in communication, but did you know that team truck driving exists? What is team truck driving? Let’s learn about it below.
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January 20th, 2023
How exactly do truckers connect with companies needing freight shipping?
Whether you are a new trucker or are interested in learning more about the truck driving career, one of the most common questions that you might wonder is how truckers find loads. After all, many truckers need help finding enough loads to keep themselves afloat using one method alone. What are some of the most common ways that truckers use to locate loads?
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January 13th, 2023
Many trucks use Jake brakes to rule the road. What are they? Let’s find out.
Have you ever asked yourself, “What is a Jake Brake anyway?” It’s a compression release brake used to help truckers slow their truck down without unnecessarily wearing out their service brakes. Sometimes it’s also called an engine brake, and you’ll see it in many large diesel engines that come on semi-trucks.
So there you go, we’ve answered the age-old “what is a Jake Brake” question. There’s plenty more to Jake Brakes though, so let’s take a deeper dive into how they work and any other questions you may have about this kind of brake that truckers often rely on to keep themselves safe.
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January 6th, 2023
Runaway truck ramps are there for peace of mind, and emergencies!
In mountainous areas throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, you might pass off-ramps that soar up a steep incline, eventually reaching a dead end. They have the label “Runaway Truck Ramp.” Other names for them include truck escape ramps and escape bays. What are they, exactly? We’ll learn below how runaway truck ramps work and how vital they could be for your Evan Transportation trucker.
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December 30th, 2022
Driving a semi-truck isn’t quite the same as driving a car—if you’re interested in a career as a trucker, it’s important to know the differences.
If you are interested in pursuing a career on the road, one of the biggest questions that you have is probably whether or not you can handle driving a truck. Particularly if you have no commercial driving experience, it can be intimidating to switch over. What are some of the key differences between driving a semi-truck vs driving a car?
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December 22nd, 2022
What are the holidays like in the trucking world? Find out here.
Trucking is not a job for the faint of heart. It has its benefits and its challenges, just like any job, and one of the challenges is the long hours on the road. When traveling throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, some truckers might have to be on the road for days at a time. Only local truckers are home every night. There is much more to trucking during the holidays especially than meets the eye; here is more about what goes on and how truckers manage during the holidays.
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December 16th, 2022
Do you need to transport a wide or oversize load in the Mid-Atlantic region? Contact us!
Your company might have a particularly large load to transport in the Mid-Atlantic region. If so, Evan Transportation is up for the job! We provide trucking services throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and are based in Maryland. We provide transportation for the long and short haul as well as A-1 trailers and mobile storage container rentals. Before you seek trucking services for wide loads and oversize loads, here is what you should know.
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December 8th, 2022
A CDL is something you want your truckers to have. Here’s why.
Truck driving remains a popular industry that attracts a broad range of people. This fact is one of the things that makes truck driving so great, but it can also mean that some people are attracted to it looking for an easy job, which is not the case! Unfortunately, recently there have been multiple cases of truck drivers who do not have a CDL taking to the road. Legally, you are required to have one. Beyond that, what is the real importance of CDL for truckers?
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December 1st, 2022
Truckers face numerous challenges entering into 2023, all of which can be conquered.
The last few years have shown us that it is hard to predict the future. Covid surprised the world. Then, there were massive supply chain disruptions and unexpected increases in fuel costs. However, gathering as much insight as possible for the next few months is necessary to prepare and be flexible.
Looking ahead to 2023 helps identify a list of connected challenges facing truckers that will continue to create uncertainty in the trucking industry. Below are some challenges facing truckers in 2023.
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