As we have just headed into the fall season, truck drivers will face driving challenges way different from those in summer. For many truck drivers, fall is just a stopover on the road to the winter freeze. However, don’t be deceived. As we approach the end of September, traffic and roadway conditions significantly change. Fall safety …
You, as a truck driver, spend a lot of time in your truck. Besides driving, when you’re on the road, you need a place to sleep, do your paperwork, eat, take breaks, etc. All of these activities take place in your vehicle. Thus, your truck needs to be equipped and to have everything you really …
Being on the road so often might seem to be a great way to save money but there are many hidden costs that those who are not involved in trucking are not aware of. Actually, saving money on the road is pretty challenging. But, hey, everything starts with a plan and smart money saving tips. …
The mental health of truck drivers is an essential part of their everyday life. The competitive market and the nature of the industry have created a work culture where drivers work too much. As a result, they experience proper sleep deficiency which leads to fatigue. Loneliness on the road adds up to the list that …
The trucking industry is on the rise and as such, it offers plenty of opportunities starting from an exciting adventure to good earnings. However, the benefits don’t come without some costs. Irregular working hours and much time spent on the road are a real burden for truckers. The nature of a trucking career can make …
Nowadays when the question of gender diversity is much represented, we are wondering how the employment of women in the trucking industry is encouraged. Are the obstacles women face in the trucking industry minimized or they have just learned how to cope with them. To what extent have things changed for women in the trucking …
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You probably experienced some sort of difficulty when you tried to land a job in a trucking company. In most cases it’s not because you are not good driver but you don’t know how to market yourself as a skilled truck driver and present your core values to the company. Companies are always looking for …
Large and unwieldy vehicles such as tractor-trailers and big rigs can threaten smaller vehicles and their passengers. Truck accidents are much more severe than car accidents because trucks carry large loads and are much harder to control when sudden issues occur. Most Common Reasons Truck Accidents Happen Truck accidents might happen for very different reasons. …
Summer is not the most pleasant season for being on the road, especially for truck drivers. Summer is right behind the corner so temperatures are going to rise and asphalt is going to heat up. Making a few adjustments is essential for beating the heath and feeling more comfortable. Why are dry roads riskier? Even …
As the trucking industry is very dynamic, not only in terms of load volume but also of last-minute schedule changes and route issues, truck drivers need someone behind the scene to help them scale and manage their fleet. Thus, a freight dispatcher plays a critical role in a driver’s work-life. At the very beginning of …