How To Get Started As A Trucker

With the economy starting to ramp up, and high volumes of freight needing to be moved around the country as a result, there’s never been a better time to become a truck driver. But those who are new to the …

It’s easy to take our modern communication technologies for granted, but it wasn’t that long ago that truckers didn’t have the internet to rely on when it came to finding loads. For you younger drivers, this pre-internet time might seem …

It can seem extremely daunting to jump from being a truck driver to becoming a freight broker, someone who can act as an intermediary between the shipper and the person or company providing transport. But for those who have made …

It’s no secret that life on the road is not conducive to the healthiest lifestyle. In fact, drivers cite poor health habits as one of the biggest challenges they face as part of their career. So what can drivers do …

When it comes to driving an oversized load, new drivers have a lot of questions about what kind of special training and regulations they might need, if any at all. It’s true that hauling oversized loads is one of the …

Even if you’re new to the trucking industry, you likely know that driving a chemical tanker is one of the best paying but most dangerous jobs available to truckers. People often have a lot of questions when they’re just starting …

It should go without saying that truck driving is a dangerous profession. Drivers need to take all necessary precautions and follow advisable safety tips while on the road. Even the most defensive and alert drivers can be struck by an …

Most people see the large semis and long haul trucks filling our nation’s highways and for the most part, they all look the same. They rarely consider how different trucks may be necessary to haul different loads, except possibly if …

People are often curious about what it is like for long haul truck drivers, especially those who are thinking about getting into the industry. Many reality and documentary TV shows, such as Ice Road Truckers and American Trucker, have glamorized …

While many people have a romantic view of truck driving, those of us in the know understand that driving is a challenging career, especially when you are just starting out. Driving big rigs requires a good amount of training and …