Truckers drive behind the scenes. You might see them passing by on the highway and sometimes in residential areas, but what are their lives really like? What is truck driving like, really? It differs between company and place, but all… Read More
Posts Tagged ‘trucking industry’
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Why Is Diesel More Expensive Than Gasoline?
It is a very good question. Gasoline costs more to produce, as it is a more refined oil than diesel. In oil refineries, the plant takes crude oil and transforms it into different products based on its level of refinement…. Read More
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How Truckers Meet Holiday Shopping Demands
Semi-truck drivers still play a massive role in the global economy and certainly in the American economy. Trucks bring large shipments between warehouses, planes, trains, ships, factories, and stores. Some deliver right to your doors. Whichever endpoint a trucker’s shipment… Read More
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Do You Believe These Truck Driving Myths?
Truck driving is a well-known but elusive job; you see semi-trucks of all sizes on the roads, but it is but a glimpse of what the truck driving life is like. Our culture has many ideas of what characterizes this… Read More
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Do Current Events Affect the Trucking Industry?
The trucking industry moves valuable commodities from manufacturing sites to the consumer. They are the vehicles of the flow of supply and demand. While trains, planes, and ships also assist in supply and demand, semi-trucks remain a robust form of… Read More
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How To Choose A Trucking Company
If you’re finding yourself in need of a trucking company, you may be surprised how many options there are. The average person usually doesn’t need to ship anything that can’t be handled by the standard parcel services, but as a… Read More
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How Truckers Find Loads
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… Read More
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How Inflation Affects the Trucking Industry
Inflation is everywhere in today’s world. The United States, in particular, is facing inflation in all areas. Ultimately, this phenomenon affects all people and all industries, and today, we are looking at how inflation affects the trucking industry in 2022…. Read More
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Driving Tips to Help Truck Drivers in Winter Weather
As temperatures drop, it becomes more difficult for truck drivers to navigate through the weather. There are many problems that truck drivers have to handle when temperatures get low enough. Poor visibility is a concern, and tire traction isn’t nearly… Read More
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4 Goals That Truck Drivers Should Strive to Achieve
Like any professionals, truck drivers should want to do well and build a good reputation and business. You have to take responsibility for yourself and set goals for your improvement. There are likely several goals or metrics that your trucking… Read More