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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 »

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 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 »

What Truck Drivers Can Do to Prepare for Icy Conditions

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Winter can be a challenge for truck drivers, because it’s a lot tougher to drive on roads covered with ice, slush and snow. How should truck drivers prepare for icy conditions? Remember that people, in general, have a hard time driving in icy conditions, which means truckers need to be extra careful around them, no… Read more »

Healthy Food Options to Take On the Road

Driving long distances is something that many families do during the holiday season. For those who do it for a living, the drives can seem extra-long and before you know it, driving becomes a large part of their lifestyle. With driving long distances over short periods of time, truck drivers must prepare to “live” on… Read more »