As an operator of the biggest vehicles on the road, commercial truckers must always have safety in mind. One of the most important requirements of obtaining and keeping a commercial driver’s license is having good vision. In fact, nearly every DMV in the United States requires trucker drivers to take a vision test when applying… Read more »
Category: Driving a Truck
The Importance of Experiencing New Places
There are many Americans who tend to travel to places that they’ve already been to before when they go on vacation. For example, according to a CNN article from 2011, about 90 percent of the people who visit Florida on an annual basis have already been to the state at least once in the past…. Read more »
Companies Should Try to Avoid These Mistakes When Hiring Truck Drivers
Are you looking to hire truck drivers for your company? Finding great drivers is vital, though it is often easier said than done. If you can avoid these common mistakes, you’re sure to bring on the best people. Don’t Take the Easy Route While it can be good to hire someone you know if he… Read more »
On a long Haul? Here’s How You Can Stay Alert
Long haul truck drivers work many hours to reach their destinations, and the road can be a monotonous place after a while. Under those circumstances, it’s no surprise that battling tiredness can be a challenge. Here are some tips for staying awake while driving. Get Your Rest Your body needs sleep to function properly, so… Read more »
Things For Long Haul Drivers to Listen To
Some people think that driving for hours on end must be incredibly boring. However, the truth is that you can keep yourself entertained pretty easily when you spend your days behind the wheel of a truck. Depending on where you are driving, there are plenty of radio stations to listen to, and these days, there… Read more »
Things Truck Drivers Should Check Before Leaving
Truck drivers have a long list of things to check before departing for their trip. 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 on tightly? Is the… Read more »
What is Life Like as a Truck Driver?
Life as a truck driver is, jokingly, like life as a rock star without the audience applause every night. In other words, it involves a lot of travelling (or “touring”), going to many different places and not staying there long. It is an opportunity to travel across the country, and rarely be stagnant in one… Read more »
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 »
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 »