In order to drive certain types of commercial motor vehicles, drivers must obtain a commercial driver’s license, also known as a “CDL.” It’s a requirement of the federal government and comes in different classes– Class A, Class B and Class C. The type of vehicle a driver intends to drive dictates their CDL classification. One… Read more »
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Here’s Why You Should Consider a Career in Truck Driving
Are you interested in earning a steady paycheck and doing meaningful work on a daily basis? Then you should strongly consider becoming a truck driver. It doesn’t matter what state you live in or what your background is. If you commit yourself to truck driving, you can make a great living and see many sights… Read more »
Latest Trends in the Trucking Industry
There are going to be some big changes taking place in the trucking industry in future months, and many truckers are keeping a close eye on how those changes are going to affect them and the work that they do. The biggest change is going to be the implementation of electronic logging devices in all… Read more »
How Truck Drivers can Save Money on Gas
One of the biggest costs associated with truck driving is the cost of gas. Gas is obviously what drivers use to power their trucks as they drive across states, and they need to spend a significant amount of money on it in order to keep trucking along. However, there are some steps they can take… Read more »
How to Avoid Being Lonely on the Road
In general, trucking can be a lonely job. Think about it: trucking involves sitting in a giant, fortress-like vehicle for many hours at a time. However, some people’s personalities mesh well with the trucking lifestyle precisely because they like a lot of alone time. Others? Not so much. What can you do to avoid being… Read more »
What Do Truckers Do When Snow Accumulates Atop Their Trailer?
Snow is a main reason why so many Northerners end up moving South to places like Arizona, Texas and, of course, Florida. Snow is a nuisance, especially for people who have to drive in it. Take, for instance, truckers– what are they supposed to do about several inches of snow piled up atop their trailers?… Read more »
What Types Of Vehicles Are Used In Trucking?
If it weren’t for truck drivers, modern society would cease to function. Just take a trip on any highway in America and look around you. There are so many different types of trucks used to transport goods from one place to another, and these trucks form the lifeblood of our economy. So what types of… Read more »
How to Prepare Yourself Mentally for a Long Drive
If you were to drive from say New York City to Dallas, Texas, it takes about 24 hours. That’s a long drive. Indeed, many drivers make long drives from Point A to Point B, all over the world. What are some ways to “prime yourself mentally” for a long drive? First of all, do what… Read more »
Tips for Passing Your CDL Driving Test
To drive big rigs, you need to pass the CDL exam. CDL stands for “Commercial Driver’s License.” The exam involves a written portion concerning things like rules and regulations, while the driving portion is all about seeing whether or not you’ve got what it takes to safely steer a giant truck around parking lots, roads,… Read more »