- 10 Brave Semi Truck Drivers
Saved My Life!
2018-11-18
A heart-warming story of a traumatic road accident and the truckers that saved a woman from her
crushed vehicle.
- Driverless Trucks May End the Driver Shortage Quickly
2015-11-03
It may seem like something out of a science fiction movie, but entire fleets of trucks that can
drive themselves are not far in the future. Self-driving trucks are being tested in the United
States, as well as Germany and other parts of the world.
- Medical Providers for Trucker's 2 Year Physicals to Set Up Shop at Truckstops
2015-08-06
With a trucker's schedule, finding time for your DOT physical can be tricky. You need to find a
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration–approved medical examiner every two years to
maintain your CDL, and sometimes the two-year-deadline approaches when you're out on the road.
- Iowa 80 - the World's Largest Truckstop Stacks on the Amenities
2015-08-04
If you are an over-the-road trucker, then I'm sure you've stayed in your share of motels,
hotels and rooms along the way. It goes with the lifestyle, and that's part of why you do what
you do. But if you ever get into Iowa and are driving down I-80, make sure to stop by the
largest truck stop on the face of the planet.
- Stay Cool in Summer Heat with Our Summer Trucking Tips
2015-07-23
As truck drivers, whether you drive a big rig, a bowser, an RV, an MPV, a four wheeler or
anything in between, you'll always want to stay cool in the heat of the summer. And yes, we know
about air conditioning in vehicles that essentially allow you to keep the cab temp comfortable
and healthy, but there are still times when you'll have to be outside or face mother nature and
the suns rays. So here are some of the best tips on keeping your cool all season long.
- Trucker Jim Tips: Save Your Skin! You Can Get Sunburned Even Through Glass
2015-07-21
Trucker's tan — it's no joke. At some point, you've probably experienced a tanned left forearm
after driving in short sleeves. Although we work with a roof over our heads, we receive
countless hours of sun exposure through our windows and windshield. The sun's UV rays are doing
their work whether we notice it or not.
- The Healthy Trucker - Exercise Gurus for Busy Truckers on the Go
2015-07-16
When you're on the road, being healthy can sometimes take a back seat. You're sitting in the
truck for hours at a time, unable to get much exercise and a lot of that time is spent snacking
or eating fast food because it's quick and convenient. But, if you want to be a healthier,
happier truck driver, TheHealthyTrucker, net is helpful resource for you and your family. Their
team includes industry experts to offer you advice in different area, calling themselves your
co-driver for the fitness of mind, body & wallet.
- Trucker to Trucker Tips: Trucker Tire Safety Reminders
2015-07-14
Commission, approximately 95,000 people suffered injuries and 3,964 were killed from accidents
involving large trucks in 2013. Although some accidents were linked to bad drivers on suspended
licenses, mental impairment and other drivers, some of these accidents involved trucks that did
not have safe tires.
- Trucker to Trucker Tips: Five Summer Truck Driving Tips - Keepin' Cool!
2015-07-07
Yes, we know that truckers are already cool, and that can't be disputed. But keepin' cool is an
entirely different matter in and of itself. Long hours on hot summer asphalt does not make for
cool and comfort, which also cannot be disputed, but there are certain things you can do to keep
your cool while remaining cool, every time you drive.
- Trucking and Veterans: Tips for Finding the Right Job Fit
2015-06-30
When you serve in the military, you have a very disciplined, scheduled life for the number of
years you serve. This is true whether you are stationed at a local base go overseas and fight in
a war. You are trained not only to do the job of defending your country, but you are also
trained to do some kind of specialty job, too. What happens when your service ends? You are
expected to find a job and that structure is gone.
- Multi-Tool for Truckers Is A Crowd-funding Success
2015-06-25
If you haven't heard about the Lil' Trucker Multi-Tool, perk up your ears. This nifty little
gadget has just made it successfully through crowd-funding and is entering production. What is
Crowd-funding? In short, crowd-funding is where an idea or a product is listed on a specified
funding website from a private person or a manufacturer.
- 74-Year-Old
Lady Trucker Keeps on Truckin'!
2015-06-23
And just when you think you've been on the road a long time, I've got news for you. Back in
1968, a trucker was featured on the program What's My Line, a popular game show of the time.
After several questions, answers and guesses, none of the celebrity panelists were able to guess
the occupation of Linda Cottrill. Yes, a lady trucker from Massillon, Ohio, stumped the panel.
No one could believe that this diminutive young woman would be piloting a truck.
- Highlighting the Most Beautiful Trucker Finalist Amy McGrath
2015-06-18
Forget everything you thought you knew about truckers. The reality is that lady truckers are
invading the industry, carrying on family traditions and becoming the new faces of trucking. Amy
McGrath, one of finalists for the Most Beautiful Trucker of 2015, which is sponsored by
Overdrive Magazine is just one such example.
- New Trucking Regulations Brewing in Congress - What It Means for You
2015-06-16
The Transportation, Housing and Urban Development funding bill for fiscal year ending in 2016
could have a big impact on truckers. As we have previously pointed out at Trucker To Trucker, it
is extremely important to always keep up-to-date with new federal trucking legislation whether
you have a single truck or a large fleet.
- New Age Truckers - How Meditation Reduces Stress and Improves Health
2015-06-11
As you already know, trucking is a vital industry that keeps the country running. It also
happens to be an extremely stressful line of work that can wreak havoc on your health. Based on
your own experiences, it shouldn't come as a surprise that truckers suffer from obesity,
hypertension and other chronic illnesses at rates far above the rest of the population. This all
begs the question of how truckers can enjoy a better quality of life.
- Tennessee Trucking: Watch Out for Those GPS Directions to Back Roads!
2015-06-04
You are an over-the-road trucker and you rely on your GPS to get you where you need to go. They
have been one of the most welcome additions to trucking since the CB radio, they have saved many
miles and many hours of drive time, but sometimes the best way to go is not always the GPS way
to go.
- How Low Diesel Fuel Prices Are Impacting the Business of Trucking
2015-06-02
Now that diesel fuel prices are beginning to slide downwards, consumers with diesel powered
autos couldn't be happier. But the biggest consumers of diesel fuel are truck drivers who depend
on it to get the job done. The truth of the matter is that, fuel prices are the single greatest
expense when it comes to the trucking industry, and lower diesel fuel is always a welcome sign.
- Look for Tepid but Steady Growth in Trucking Sectors in 2015
2015-05-26
Any increase in business is good news in the trucking industry. Also, if the trends are
correct, the industry will have a slow, gradual increase in business throughout the year, which
is excellent news for freight shippers, carriers and brokers.
- China is
Funding Truck Monitoring Software
2015-05-21
In the trucking industry, we're always looking for new tricks and trends to move business
forward. So what's the new trend in trucking? Partnering with China. That's right. A company
across the world wants to help the American trucking industry find and keep customers and
improve business in American trucking.
- Fitness Guru Monitors Truckers Fitness for Prime Inc's Drivers
2015-05-19
Most semi truck driver news involving health focuses on sleep issues, but truck driving can
also take a toll on drivers' physical fitness as well. Drivers spend a good part of their
workdays sitting behind the wheel, keeping irregular hours and relying on convenient fast food
places for meals.
- Truck Driver Shortage Worsens With a 90% Turnover Rate
2015-05-12
Although unemployment rates in the US have been slowly recovering since the economic downturn
in 2008, the trucking industry continues to face a steep and steadily worsening shortage of
truck drivers. As freight volumes keep increasing, this shortage is becoming an even bigger
problem for the trucking industry.
- Old Pros
Should Be Mentoring Young Drivers
2015-05-07
In this world, everything seems to be a competition. Who is the biggest, the best and the
fastest wins. We forget the value of qualities like wisdom and experience. And we certainly let
too many opportunities for guidance and compliments go by. This is something that can change in
our industry.
- Is "Uber" for Trucking Coming Because of the Driver Shortage?
2015-05-05
It may be well known that there is a driver shortage in the trucking industry. As a truck
driver, you know that not having enough drivers to deliver freight puts stress on you while
you're trying to get as much done as possible. Sometimes you're even doing the work of multiple
drivers in the same amount of time as one. On the Move Solutions (OMVS), a company who focuses
on developing cutting-edge technology in a variety of fields of business, might possibly have a
solution for this dilemma.
- New
App From BF Goodrich Makes It Easy for Truckers
2015-04-16
When a tire blowout ruins your day on the road, wouldn't it be nice if you could just press a
button and fix everything? That's the idea behind the truck tire locator app from BFGoodrich.
The app does plenty more than just find commercial truck tires, too. You can search for towing,
tire inspections, oil & lube, and other kinds of service centers nearby.
- Truck Drive Newbie? Here's Our Top Tips from Trucking Pros
2015-02-26
Before you hit the road, try learning from experienced truckers. There will still be plenty to
learn after you buy a new truck and start your first job, but the more you know the better.
Here's what veteran truckers want newbies to know:
- Boot the Home - How
to Live Full-Time in Your Truck and Love It
2015-02-12
If some of the most enjoyable times of your life have been on the road as a professional truck
driver, you are not alone. Truckers are not truly happy with any other vocation. For a small
number of truck drivers, the road and their tractor really do become home. They fully transition
from having a residence in one particular state to having their truck as headquarters, work
space, and dwelling. If you feel that is the right life for you, here are a few tips to keep in
mind.
- Why I Love Being a Truck Driver
- Is This Your Story Too?
2015-02-10
What is it about being a truck driver that is so alluring? Is it the open spaces, freedom of
the road, opportunity to see new places and meet interesting people along the way, working for
yourself, or do you just yearn for an adventure every time you turn on the ignition and take to
the highways and byways?
- DOT Says Truckers Don't Need to Do Daily Paperwork as of Mid December 2014
2015-02-05
Tired of filling out paperwork when you have no changes to report on your DVIR (Daily Vehicle
Inspection Report)? Well, apparently the U.S. D.O.T. is also tired of reading them – so as of
December 2014, if you have no mechanical or safety issues to report, fuh-get about it.
- LA Port Truckers Highlight Problems in Shift to Independent Contractor Status
2015-01-29
As Shakespeare once asked, What's in a name? For truckers working the ports of Los Angeles and
Long Beach, and by extension others across the country, their continued livelihood depends on
the answer. Drivers and trucking companies have been locked in a bitter labor dispute, causing
the truckers to strike last November in an effort to obtain more equitable working conditions.
At issue is the loss of employee status as companies now list them as independent contractors.
- More Fuel
Efficient Trucks on the Way, But Can You Afford One?
2015-01-15
Everybody loves saving money on gasoline, especially independent truckers. More miles per
gallon might just make or break your profit, but the long-term savings come at the cost of the
initial investment. Are you ready to buy a new truck just yet? New EPA rules already mandated
higher MPG for pickups and semis a few years ago. By the spring of 2015, we'll hear about the
next round of standards that will apply to model year 2018 and later.
- Government Funding Bill Adds a Rollback of Key Trucker Legislation
2015-01-06
Last year, legislation supported by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association that required
truckers to take two full consecutive nights of rest following 70 hours of time spent driving
passed. While people on both sides of the aisle with concerns about truckers' safety supported
the bill, a December 2014 spending bill in Congress includes a provision that would reverse the
law.
- Turbine-Powered
Wave Semi Truck - Is This the Future?
2014-12-25
Walmart is known for low prices and savings its customers money on everything from eggplants to
electronics. Now, the mega-corporation believes it can lead the way in fuel savings for its
fleet of semi trucks that is used to transport all of those products along the highways.
- We'll Bet You Didn't
Know These Trucker Facts
2014-12-18
Truckers have their own lingo, lifestyle, and laws. Many of your family member's and
non-trucker friend's eyes glaze over when you start discussing work because they don't have much
knowledge about your chosen vocation. While you can't make someone take an interest in what you
love, you can forward these interesting quick facts about trucking to them. They may gain a
renewed appreciation for your job with these insights.
- 8 Facts About 18 Wheelers Do You
Know Them All?
2014-12-11
It's not hard to figure out where 18 wheelers get that name from, but do you know why we also
call them semi-trailer trucks? Here are some interesting bits of trivia and trucker tips that
you might not have known.
- Are Tougher
Rules on the Way for Truck Driver Training?
2014-12-04
A recent lawsuit may change training requirements for those seeking to embark on a career in
the trucking industry. Though auto fatalities have dropped in recent years, fatalities involving
large trucks are on the rise, increasing by 4 percent in 2012. Injuries have also increased 18
percent, racking up an astounding 4,000 deaths and over 70,000 injuries.
- Trailer Tails and
Moose Bumpers, What's Next?
2014-12-02
The moment of inertia for a fully-loaded tractor-trailer is nothing compared to the difficulty
encountered when trying to pass much needed changes to trucking industry regulations. Senseless
regulatory differences between the United States and Canada further complicate the lives of
truckers and interfere with their ability to make a decent living.
- Laws Slow
Self-Driving Truck Development
2014-11-20
Innovation frequently move faster than government. Whether it is the Federal Aviation
Administration blocking commercial use of drones or the Federal Communications Commission's
sluggish action on net neutrality, technology is moving at a blistering pace while the
government spends more money studying and debating regulations. Regardless of how self-driving
trucks may impact jobs and the economy, we can be sure the jobs of lobbyist and politicians are
secure.
- One Mom's Battle to
Make Trucking Safer
2014-11-13
The Georgia mom of two teenage girls is doing everything she can to make sure other parents
never have to live through the tragedy she is currently facing. In May of 2013, Marianne Karth
was driving on the highway with her daughters, seventeen-year-old AnnaLeah and thirteen-year-old
Mary. Suddenly, her car was slammed from behind by a tractor trailer, which cause the car to
spin around and get pinned under another truck's trailer.
- MPG - What's In Store
for 2018 and Beyond for Trucks?
2014-10-30
With heavy-duty trucks and buses producing an estimated 20 percent of greenhouse gases in the
United States each year, it is understandable that any regulations to reduce America's
dependence on fossil fuels and lower the resulting emissions are going to target the efficiency
of long-haul tractor-trailers.
- Tips For Truckers -
The Best Hours For Trucking
2014-10-21
Anytime a new driver ask experienced drivers about the best time to drive, they get the same
response: Drive when you have to, sleep when you can. The road and customers can wreck havoc on
your nerves, making restful sleep difficult and sporadic. Even when you do get seven or so hours
of sleep, you can still spend your waking hours feeling run down and fatigued if you are on an
inconsistent schedule.
- Trucker's Truths – Things We Wish Car Drivers Wouldn't Do
2014-09-11
Sharing the road with car drivers is a necessary but frustrating evil of being a professional
truck driver. Car drivers often seem to be clueless about the vast differences between zipping
through traffic on four wheels and maneuvering a heavy-haul 18-wheeler down the highway. Here
are a few of the things we wish car drivers wouldn't do:
- Poorly
Maintained Bridges Endanger Truckers
2014-08-28
One in 10 of America's bridges is an accident waiting to happen. According to the American Road
and Transportation Builders Association, more than 63,000 interstate highway bridges urgently
need critical structural repairs to protect the safety of the millions of drivers that travel
across them every day. For professional truck drivers, who spend more time crossing these unsafe
bridges than most drivers, the risk of being caught on a collapsing bridge is both frightening
and potentially fatal.
- Tips to Keep from Becoming an Aggressive Driver - Drive Stress-Free
2014-08-26
According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, aggressive driving is a major safety
concern for all motorists. Are you contributing to the problem? What constitutes
"aggressive"? Any unsafe driving behavior performed without regard for safety such as
tailgating, illegal passing, or erratic lane changes, which contribute to up to 56 percent of
fatal crashes.
- How Much Caffeine is Too Much
for Your Health?
2014-08-21
Most of us consume caffeine in some way, shape, or form. As truckers, it is fairly common to
partake of caffeinated beverages as a means of alleviating fatigue and staying alert and focused
through many a long, rough haul. But how much is too much?
- Flatten Your Belly While
You're Driving
2014-08-19
One task the body never adapted to, though, is spending the better part of your day or night
driving a big rig. The angle of the seat, the amount of time you spend slouching, leaning or
perching behind the wheel; and the overall lack of regular movement during those endless hours
while you're driving across the country – all these factors add up to back complaints, stiff
necks, sciatica nerve pain and other conditions.
- Trucker's Top
Tips to Finding the Cheapest Fuel
2014-08-07
These days there's no such thing as cheap fuel, especially diesel, Only prices a few pennies
shy of stroke-inducing. How can you find the best prices to stretch your fuel budget and ensure
profitability? Understand the laws of supply and demand. Gas is typically cheaper at in areas
with multiple gas stations, as competition keeps prices lower.
- Taking Your Pet on the Road - Should
You?
2014-08-05
More than 60 percent of truckers report having pets, with more than 40 percent traveling with
them in their trucks. While not all companies allow drivers to travel with pets, there are
currently 41 trucking companies that do allow drivers to take pets on the road. Does your best
friend ride shotgun in your trucking travels?
- Trucker's Top Tips
to Healthy Eating on the Road
2014-07-31
The life of a long haul trucker doesn't lend itself to a healthy lifestyle. Long hours sitting
behind the wheel of your big rig drinking coffee and munching on convenience store snacks and
too many high calorie, salt laden fast food meals contribute to the weight gain, diabetes and
high blood pressure that plaque many truck drivers.
- Truckers Helping NJ Fight Human Trafficking before Super Bowl
2014-01-21
Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT) is calling on America's truckers to be on the lookout for
signs of human trafficking as the Super Bowl approaches. While you won't hear sports announcers
discussing the issue during pregame festivities, sex trafficking has emerged as a serious
problem in the lead up to the Super Bowl.
- Will Sleep Apnea Screening Become
Mandatory for Truckers?
2013-06-14
Sleep disorders in commercial truck drivers has been an issue of interest by the Federal Motor
Carrier Safety Administration for many years, and it's becoming increasingly apparent that FMCSA
will make some move to require truck drivers to be screened for sleep apnea in the not too
distant future.
- The Driver Shortage Debate
2013-06-06
Many feel increasing stringent federal regulations impacting drivers, especially new driver
hours of service regulations and mandatory electronic onboard recorders, will have a dramatic
impact on the driver pool.
- How CSA Is Impacting the Driver Pool, Driver
Pay
2013-06-04
Truck drivers were surveyed by ATRI in the spring of 2011 and then again in the Spring of 2012
to gain perspective on how commercial drivers view CSA in terms of employability issues and
carrier operations.
- Are You a 'Thumper'?
2013-05-31
Despite the fact that tire inflation is one of the most important factors determining the life
of a tire and ensuring optimum fuel economy, many drivers neglect their duty when it comes to
regular checks of tire air pressure.
- Charity Helps Ailing Truck
Drivers
2013-05-30
Studies have shown that more than 70% of the 3.2 million professional drivers in the U.S. have
one or more serious health problems such as obesity, diabetes, sleep disorders and
cardiovascular disease. Truck drivers also lack the same access to health care that most
Americans enjoy.
- What Drivers Still Need to Know About
CSA
2013-05-24
Although the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's Compliance Safety and Accountability
Program known throughout the industry as CSA was launched on December 12, 2010 there is still
confusion among many drivers about their role under the new system and how it impacts their
careers.
- Real Data on Safety Hazards of
Navigation System Use in Trucks
2013-05-23
While there has been much media attention focused on the potential safety hazards of using
inappropriate navigation systems in big rigs, up until now most of the information available was
purely anecdotal.
- Busted By a Hair
2013-05-21
Since mandatory random drug testing of all commercial driver license holders became the law the
problem of impaired truckers has dramatically diminished.
- Enlisting the Aid of Professional
Drivers to Improve Trucking's Public Image
2013-05-16
America's Road Team is a national public outreach program led by a small group of professional
truck drivers who share superior driving skills, remarkable safety records and a strong desire
to spread the word about safety on the highway.
- A Truck Safety Program that Really
Works
2013-05-14
Improving truck safety is a priority for everyone. And efforts to reduce truck crashes have
been highly successful. Truck accident statistics have shown dramatic improvements over the
years and truck crash rates continue to go down even as truck miles increase.
- Study Finds Top Distracted Truckers
are REALLY Distracted
2013-05-08
Driver distraction is a big issue that is getting increased attention from safety experts, the
government and the media. But until now, no one has defined the distracted driving rate among
commercial truck drivers.
- What is Jason's Law and What Can Truckers Do
to Help?
2013-05-08
The lack of adequate, safe truck parking is a growing problem. States have been closing public
rest areas to save money and truck stop parking is limited, leaving truckers to pull over on
entrance and exit ramps and seek other alternatives when parking isn't available. According to
research by the American Trucking Assns.
- Don't Catch a Case of White Line
Fever
2013-04-26
Most truckers have experienced it. Traveling down the Interstate, you awake to the reality that
you have no recollection of how you got from where you were a hundred miles or so ago to where
you are now.
- HOS: Zero Hour Is Almost Upon Us
2013-04-24
If you're still hanging on the hope the feds will delay implementing new truck driver hours of
service regulations or have just procrastinated preparing for the change, it may be time to get
a move on. As it stands now, drivers will need to be ready to comply in just a few short weeks.
- Truck Bashers: Who Are These Guys
2013-04-15
With truck driver hours of service rules back in the courts you've most likely noticed an
uptick in negative news reports about trucking in the general media stories warning of the
dangers of killer truckers sharing the highways with hapless four-wheelers and putting
everyone's lives at risk.
- The Unbuckled Trucker Dilemma
2013-04-12
Men driving trucks big rigs and pickups are the biggest offenders when it comes to breaking
passenger restraint laws, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
- Staying fit on the road made easier
with first-ever OEM in-cab driver exercise system
2013-03-25
Drivers will now be able to get a full-body workout in the comfort of their cabs with the
introduction by Freightliner of the first-ever OEM designed and integrated in-cab exercise and
flexibility system.
- Deadly Game of Chicken Targets
Trucks
2013-03-23
The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) is warning truckers, especially those traveling in
the Las Vegas area, to be on the lookout for criminals targeting trucks in a deliberate attempt
to cause an accident for the purpose of collecting a hefty insurance payout.
- GPS: Leading truckers down the wrong
road?
2013-03-21
While navigation systems are becoming increasingly commonplace in the nation's commercial
vehicles, the impact that these devices have on driver behavior, decision-making and safety is
not fully understood, according to the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI).
- Preliminary Legal Steps for a
Commercial Truck Driver Following an Accident
2013-01-03
Commercial truck drivers should be trained to take a few initial steps to support their legal
case following an accident. These steps are possible only if the driver is not injured, or not
involved in helping other injured individuals at the scene of the accident.
- Truck Sleepers: An Excellent Innovation
for Truck Drivers
2012-11-14
When a "sleeper" compartment is attached to a truck's cabin to help create extra
space for the driver to rest or sleep, it is called a Truck Sleeper. The Office of Motor
Carriers and the NHTSA have set new limits for truck drivers for the maximum number of hours
they can work at a stretch. According to these limits, a driver is allowed to work for up to 11
hours, following 10 consecutive hours off duty.
- Indiana Carriers Adopting Creative
Hiring Solutions
2012-10-18
About 14,000 registered trucking companies of Indiana face a serious recruiting challenge due
to a nationwide shortage of qualified drivers. To meet the demand for drivers, these companies
are now finding creative ways to hire good people. They are looking at the option to hire
veterans, moving nearer to their workforce, and offering perks such as opening training
facilities and more days off.
- A Rising TCI Gives New Hope to the
Trucking Industry
2012-10-05
The Trucking Conditions Index (TCI) of FTR rose to 5.8 in August, compared to 4.4 in July.
Since the beginning of 2011, despite a weakening economy, the TCI continued to hover in a mildly
positive zone.
- Last Call for Truck
Driver Appreciation Week
2012-08-23
At Rudolph Foods, we're just bursting with appreciation for the truck drivers that work each
day to fill our pantries and grocery shelves nationwide with the things we need! Where would we
be without these drivers?
- What's Up At Old Dominion Freight
2012-07-06
History of this company reveals the following: Old Dominion is a freight hauling company that
was founded in 1934 by Earl and Lillian Congdon in the state of Virginia. They started out with
one truck and through the years acquired other truck lines, continuing to expand.
- Truckers Help Teachers in the
Classroom
2012-07-05
Many times people, especially children, do not realize the significance of the trucking
industry in their everyday lives. Recently information regarding truckers and trucking was
brought into the Del Prado Elementary School in South Florida. It began with an invitation from
Frank Silio, a driver/trainer, for truckers Jill and David Studney to introduce trucking to the
elementary classes.
- The Effect of Higher Pay for Truckers
and the Safety Programs
2012-06-18
One of the most important issues in the trucking industry is safety. From roadside truck checks
to patrolling the highway, the state patrol is always on the alert for any truck that may be
having safety problems. The trucking companies continually have safety classes and ways of
checking vehicles to make sure they are in tip-top condition.
- Using a Camera Adds Safety to Big Rig
Driving
2012-05-31
Something that truckers are finding very convenient for their big rigs are back-up cameras.
Once a complicated arrangement that was not very practical, there is now a wide range of types
that work very well.
- Understanding the Trucking
Industry
2012-05-23
Sometimes people who first enter, or considering entering the trucking profession do not
understand the many positions involved in the industry. Below is a breakdown that perhaps will
help clarify some of the positions and terminology that is involved.
- Big G Express Inc – A Unique Trucking
Company Owned by the Drivers
2012-05-23
It was in January of 2009 that they changed to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, which allows
the partnership and its employees to equally share in the operation and ownership.
- Trucking Company Roundup - DOT Foods
2012-05-21
A Quick look at DOT Foods story of success. Robert Tracy started out in his home, delivering
goods via station wagon. He then advanced to a pickup and finally was able to purchase a truck.
He and his wife, Dorothy founded their company in 1960 and named it Associated Dairy Products.
- How Business Can
Be Impacted By National Motor Freight Classification
2012-05-17
Although many truck drivers know about National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC), few know
about how it can impact a business. These are industry standards that are created and maintained
by the National Classification Committee.
- Atlas Van Lines Releases Driver
Preferences
2012-05-09
For the eighth year in a row, Atlas Van Lines has released results from its King of the Road
survey. Although the results reflect the preferences of Atlas drivers, it can be concluded that
many long-haul drivers have similar feelings when it comes to favored brands, ways to stay
healthy, use of technology, and many other findings.
- Current Trucking Trends That Can Help
You Prepare For The Future
2012-05-07
This can be seen in the fact that, of the 6.8 million people employed in the trucking industry,
more than 3 million are drivers. Although in the past female and minority inclusion in this job
market was rare, there are an ever-growing number of drivers making up these groups.
- A Gift To Sleepy Truck Drivers From
Aviisha For Sleep Better Month
2012-05-07
Van Nuys, California (May 2, 2012) – Aviisha Medical Institute, LLC, an industry leader in
portable home diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea, will be taking $100 off the cost of its
home sleep test for commercial drivers throughout May in honor of Better Sleep Month.
- Bill Introduced to Place More Tax on Diesel
Fuel
2012-04-26
As if the price of diesel, repairs, taxes, insurance, and other things a trucker must pay is
not high enough, a bill was introduced in the House of Representatives to increase the diesel
fuel tax rate 6.3 cents per gallon.
- Swift Company Offers Trucking Tuitions for
Veterans
2012-04-16
There is good news for veterans who wish to become truck drivers. Swift Transportation Co.
Inc., in a March 30 press release announced that the company is offering 1,000 full Swift
Driving Academy scholarships to veterans, with a l-year commitment.
- New - Volvo's Hybrid 'Mean Green'
Truck
2012-04-05
Truckers have long known the value of Volvo trucks and their reliability on the road. With the
company's headquarters in Sweden, they have manufacturing plants throughout the world.
- Are There Too Many Distraction in
Today's Big Rigs?
2012-04-03
Many of the new and used big Semi-tractors now have devices available that can be distracting
to the driver. There has been some talk of limiting what gadgets are allowed.
- So You Want To Be A Trucker
2012-03-21
So you want to be a truck driver. Seeing these big rigs flying down the road is a striking
sight and visions of visiting various areas of the country, while driving through the states is
attractive.
- Automatic Transmissions
and Class 8 Trucks: Are We Better with Them or Without?
2012-02-22
Semi trucks with automatic transmissions generally have more electrical problems than those
with manual transmissions. They are also known to wear out trucks at a much faster rate than
good drivers who drive manual transmissions.
- Hours of Service Regulations Final Rule
Effective February 27
2012-02-01
Hours of service regulations affect everyone involved in the trucking industry, including
drivers, shippers and company owners. The U.S. Department of Transportation is constantly
looking for ways to increase the safety of highways in the United States, so the Federal Motor
Carrier Safety Administration has revised the hours of service requirements to reflect the
latest research findings in regards to public safety.
- Truckers Are Using Jiggy Jobs For the
Win!
2012-01-31
Job hunting can be an utter nightmare; each career website has thousands of jobs to sort
through. However, if you are in the trucking industry, you need a website dedicated to this
particular career niche.
- New Hours of Service Final Rule
Offers New Challenges for Drivers
2012-01-09
Currently, a driver may choose to reset his workweek clock to 70 hours simply by taking a
voluntary 34-hour break, with no limit to how many such breaks a driver may take during a week.
- Save Fuel, Save Money
2011-12-23
The cost of fuel affects every driver's bottom line in the end, company driver and
owner-operator alike. While this is obvious for the owner-operator, company drivers receive fuel
bonuses that are tied to the fuel used during a set period, generally a quarter.
- CMV Drivers Don't' Touch That
Cell Phone Before Reading This
2011-12-21
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's, FMCSA, "Drivers of CMVs: Restricting
the Use of [Handheld] Cellular Phones" ruling will be put into effect starting January 3,
2012.
- The Growing Problem of Cargo Theft
2011-11-08
In the good old days truck drivers might have to worry about weigh stations, speed traps, other
drivers not paying attention. Now, truck drivers have to worry about thieves stealing their
cargo.
- The American Trucker - Top 4
Trucker Myths Debunked
2011-11-04
Often, the public accepts opinions about truckers that are myths supported by four common
falsehoods. False beliefs are stated or hinted at by media reporters.
- Welcome Mid- State Truck Service
2011-09-03
Ladies and gentlemen, readers of the Trucker to Trucker Blog, it is that time again to welcome
a new dealer to our continuously growing network! Mid-State Truck Service, Inc. began in 1965 to
help bring Wisconsin semi trucks and associated services of the highest caliber.
- 3 Safety Tips For
Dump Trailer Drivers
2011-07-20
Hauling a dump trailer can be a rather arduous process for even an experienced operator. The
varying center of gravity that you run into while dumping can cause problems if it is not
correctly accounted for in a safe fashion. The following tips are culled from industry resources
and experienced dump trailer operators to keep you safe and on the road.
- Keeping Your Rig
RoadWorthy
2011-06-22
Just what does RoadWorthy mean? It probably means many different things to many different
people. Here is what it means to me.