For truck drivers who have been within the business for years, trial and error has been the key in managing their time on the road. However, new truck drivers don’t have the time to go through the trial and error process. In order to manage their time properly, new truck drivers should consider the following tips.
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Tips for New Truck Drivers
Friday, October 30th, 2015Smart Devices and Truck Drivers
Friday, October 23rd, 2015
In today’s society, almost everyone has a smart device. While mobile phones are helpful and convenient in numerous situations, they can be a major source of distraction for truck drivers. In fact, they have become such an issue that the FMCSA has created new regulations to help cut down on smart devices being used by truck drivers.
What to Expect from Mid-Atlantic Shipping
Friday, October 16th, 2015
Baltimore is centered near the heart of the Mid-Atlantic coast. With access to the Atlantic through the port, access to the air with BWI Airport, and access to the roads with Interstate 95, it is no wonder that many freight shipping companies head to Baltimore to start a business. It is one of the many reasons why Evan Transportation placed its roots in the city in 1992.
Driver Fatigue: How to Prevent
Friday, October 2nd, 2015
It is no secret that the schedule kept by a truck driver is a hard one. With so many long hours spent in the evening, truck driver safety can tend to be called into question due to driver fatigue. Driver fatigue can happen quickly and is known to be a major cause in many trucking accidents. In order to stay safe while on the road truck drivers must know the signs of driver fatigue and how to prevent it.
Setting your Expectations for your Freight Company
Friday, September 25th, 2015
When it comes to finding a freight company along the Mid-Atlantic region, your options can be extensive. With so many private contractors and trucking companies to choose from, it can be tempting to simply choose the first name you find online. However, it is important to choose a professional freight company for your shipment to ensure your product arrives on time safely.
The Traits of a Professional Truck Driver
Friday, September 4th, 2015While almost anyone can easily learn how to operate a standard vehicle, not everyone can learn how to operate a truck. Because driving a tractor trailer requires such skill and patience, it is important to trust a professional truck driver when it comes to shipping your freight. You may find that there are several trucking options available to you when it comes to freight shipping, but only a handful of these options can provide you with a professional truck driver. But do you know how to determine if someone is a professional truck driver? Do you know the traits that create a professional truck driver?
All About Weigh Stations
Friday, August 14th, 2015
Even if you are new to the world of truck driving, chances are you have passed by a sign for a weigh station along the interstate. While a weigh station is a common find along most busy interstates, few outside of the trucking world know what they are used for.
Night Travel: How to Stay Safe
Friday, August 7th, 2015For most of us, a nine to five work schedule is pretty standard. While there may be some deviations, many tend to be home by the evening hours. But when it comes to truck drivers, night travel is most common. Night travel tends to help truck drivers reach their destination without the stress of traffic. But while night travel may relieve some aspects of stress, it can increase others. This is because night travel places drivers in danger of falling asleep behind the wheel. In order to prevent this from happening, drivers should take care in staying awake. 
Bad Habits for Truckers to Break
Friday, July 31st, 2015
It’s human nature to have bad habits. While some of us chew with our mouths open, others bite our nails when we get nervous. While many of these bad habits seem harmless, they can become dangerous depending on your occupation. For truck drivers, bad habits can create a life or death scenario once out on the road. With such heavy shipments and large trucks to operate, it is imperative that truck drivers avoid or break their bad habits before they set out on the road.
So what bad habits should truck drivers stop or avoid?
Shipping Freight with Trucking Companies
Friday, July 24th, 2015
When you have a shipment that is too large for your local post office to handle, it is time to turn to freight shipping instead. Freight shipping means that items over one hundred pounds as well as items that are too large to fit within a standard mail truck can be shipped. Shipping freight can be accomplished through cargo planes, freight trucks, and large cargo ships.