In many ways, being a trucker is more of a lifestyle than a job. Its demands, particularly upward of 300 days per year on the road, will certainly limit what time you spend at home, thus impacting relationships with those… Read More
Archive for the ‘Trucking Industry’ Category
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The Healthiest Diet for Life on the Road
The life of a truck driver is fun for many who pursue the open road, it also provides a sense of freedom as well as great pay and job security, however, it is easy to be unhealthy in this profession…. Read More
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The Best First Assignments for Rookie Truckers
The first day at every job is stressful and full of unknowns, and the first day as a rookie trucker can be even more intimidating. There are several types of jobs available in the trucking industry for rookie truckers and… Read More
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Tips For Increased Fuel Efficiency
The cost of fuel typically accounts for about 30% of a fleet’s budget. That’s a lot of gas! Companies use all sorts of methods to try and keep those costs down. There are apps and various kinds of software geared… Read More
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What Are the Best Mobile Apps for Truckers?
Every industry has to keep up with current technological advances, and the trucking industry is no different! The current technology keeps us in touch with loved ones, other drivers, brokers, carriers and the home office. Electronic logs are far more… Read More
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Can Cell Phone Apps Phase Out Classic CB Radio Communication?
You’ve heard the saying before—there’s an app for that! When it comes to classic CB radio communication, the way that truckers have communicated amongst each other for decades, there are many cell phone apps that are claiming to be potential… Read More
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Final Thoughts on That Long Summer Haul
The weather this week is proof that summer is here! The pavement is heating up, drivers are getting a little more ornery, and traffic is creeping closer to bumper-to-bumper as families prepare to hit the beach. Unfortunately for truck drivers,… Read More
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Turn Your Next Long Haul into an Exciting Summer Road Trip
Planning a long haul is the single most important part of the long haul itself! Without the proper planning, you can fall behind, miss your deadline altogether, or run into huge delays along the way. If you are ready to… Read More
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Getting into the Trucking Industry
Breaking into the trucking industry isn’t as simple as showing up, filling out a job application, and driving away in a truck a couple hours later. Instead, it’s full of many different tests to ensure that you are ready for… Read More
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How is Uber Changing Trucking Life?
It’s only been a few years since Uber came along and changed transportation as we know. While the GPS-based mobile phone application continues to prove the most popular in major cities, many people across the US (and in many other… Read More