Unless you’re very wealthy or driving a company-owned truck, you’ve probably noticed the recent increase in gas prices. Take a look at these statistics from AAA: *As of today, California’s average pump price is $4.01, the most expensive in the state since July 2014. *Pump prices on the West Coast increased as much as […]
While on the road, truckers all face the same dilemma. They have to decide between the conveniences of fast food or trying to eat healthily. Long runs across the country necessitate a dedicated schedule. Truckers don’t always have the luxury to sit down to a balanced and healthful meal. It’s just an unspoken fact that […]
It’s finally spring! Time for warmer temperatures, baseball season…and taxes. Though the deadline for filing taxes is Monday, April 15, many United States residents have yet to complete theirs. If that includes you, there are some things to keep in mind so you’re not scrambling to avoid a penalty for filing late. There is […]
Whether you happen to be at the outset of your trucking career or well into the trucking lifestyle, there’s a multitude of blogs and social media personalities on the internet that can help shape your personal experience. From insight into the mind and thinking of seasoned truckers – to everyday advice for greenhorns – to […]
One of the hardest challenges about over-the-road (OTR) trucking is leaving home. When you’re out for weeks at a time, the loneliness can really affect you in a negative way. Every OTR driver gets homesick on the road at one point or another. Sometimes it only lasts a few minutes, but other times it can […]
Talmage Family’s Dynamic Transit Story Talmage Willis IV, better known as Talmage IV, hasn’t been trucking long. Almost three years ago he decided to follow in his parents’ treads as a truck driver to accomplish a better life for himself and support his family. Talmage IV’s first two years in the industry had him hauling […]
4 Questions to Ask Every Trucking Recruiter When deciding which trucking company is going to be the best fit for you, it’s important to gather the right information. Making an initial call to a company recruiter can be intimidating for anyone, but it shouldn’t be. Consider these questions when doing research. 1. What are the […]
International Roadcheck 2017 No truck driver likes to get inspected on the roadside, that much is for certain. When you are stuck on the side of the road during an inspection, it takes away from driving time and can ruin your delivery schedule. If you fail that inspection, you might even get shut down, which […]
Finding a job or acclimating back into everyday life can be difficult for returning veterans. Many veterans have found a career in CDL Truck Driving. The truck driver shortage represents one of the greatest threats to the shipping and logistics industry in today’s economy. With the need of new drivers, veterans are among some of […]
What we can learn from the Presidential Onboarding vs. Dynamic New Driver Onboarding. In many ways, the Presidential onboarding is like our driver onboarding orientation. The first 100 days of a President’s term is very important for setting his or her political tone. Similar to that, the first 90 days for a new driver is […]