Author: Platinum Drivers Inc.

Getting Your CDL is a Pathway to a Rewarding Career

Classic orange semi truck on multilane highway

A CDL (commercial driver’s license) is required for those in the U.S. who operate large and heavy vehicles such as trucks, buses and trailers. What are some reasons to get your CDL? After some study, testing and practice, you can obtain a CDL which opens up new opportunities for you to work and make money. … Read more »

Things Truck Drivers Should Check Before Leaving

Truck driver fixing track

Truck drivers have a long list of things to check before departing for their trip. Check Under the Hood First things first: tip the hood of the truck so you can gain access to the engine. You’ll want to check fluid levels (oil/coolant) and look for any leaks that need attention. Are the caps all… Read more »

The Importance of Truck Driver Communication

Truck driver on radio

If you mention the word “trucker” to someone, they immediately think of driving– after all, a trucker does a lot of driving goods to and from various places. But there’s more to trucking than just getting behind a wheel, pushing down on the gas pedal, reading maps and making deliveries. Trucker communication is actually a… Read more »

Truck Driver Appreciation Week Is Coming Next Month!

Driver with thumbs up outside window

Guess what’s rolling around the corner? That’s right, National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is just a few weeks away! Mark your calendars for September 10-16, 2023, because we’ve got some miles to cover on the highway of gratitude. Why Truck Drivers are the Unseen Heroes of Our Economy First off, let’s just talk about the… Read more »

The Signs of Truck Driver Fatigue

Drawing of truck driver tired

Did you know that a study found that 13% of commercial motor vehicle drivers were found to be fatigued at the time they were involved in an accident? As such, it’s essential that truck drivers know what driver fatigue is, what the warning signs of driver fatigue are and what they can do to combat… Read more »

How Motorists Can Help Keep Truck Drivers Safe

Driver with truck radio

If you drive a small car and you’re next to a semi on the highway, realize that the big truck weighs a lot more than your car– like, 16 times as much! So, just like little kids defer to big adults, small cars need to give big trucks their space on the road. How can… Read more »

Signs You Should Become a Truck Driver

Girl truck driver

Have you ever found yourself daydreaming about hitting the open road, feeling the rumble of a powerful engine beneath you, and seeing the sights as you traverse the great expanse of this beautiful country? Well, if you’ve got a wanderer’s soul and a passion for adventure, maybe it’s time to consider becoming a truck driver…. Read more »

What Can Truck Driver Do to Drive Safe in the Spring?

Happy truck driver giving a thumbs up at rest stop

What are some things truck drivers can do to drive safely this Spring? Be Ready for Rian First, Spring brings with it rain– lots of it. Rainy roads and foggy mornings make Spring driving a little more difficult than dry, clear days. Therefore, it’s important to remember to make sure you can see out of… Read more »