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Archive for June, 2016

3 Apps for Distracted Driving

Thursday, June 30th, 2016
distracted driving

Do you have the bad habit of using your phone when you’re not supposed to? Try these apps to minimize your distracted driving and become a better driver!

Do you have the bad habit of checking your smartphone when you’re driving? It is often smartphones that lead to distracted driving, but a few smartphone apps aim to do just the opposite. These apps are designed to get drivers to focus less on their phones and more on the road. These apps will help you to develop safer driving habits. Plus, if you have a daughter or son who is constantly glued to their phones, you can give these apps a try to pass on safe driving habits to them. (more…)

Diesel Prices Are Finally Dropping

Friday, June 24th, 2016
diesel prices

Diesel prices finally drop, which is good news for truckers!

Good news for truckers and trucking companies! Diesel prices fell slightly last week after weeks and weeks of consistent increases in the United States. This information comes from the Energy Department.    (more…)

Tire Maintenance Tips for Truckers

Friday, June 17th, 2016
tire maintenance

Better maintained tires afford for better fuel economy and fewer accidents.

Tire replacement can be an expensive ordeal. As a trucker it’s imperative to make sure your tires are well maintained. Better maintained tires can also mean a better fuel economy and a reduced chance of roadside emergencies and downtime. (more…)

Top Father’s Day Gifts for Truckers

Friday, June 10th, 2016
father's day gifts

Don’t get your Dad a conventional gift. Invest in these gifts that are perfect for all types of truckers.

When Dad spends most of his time on the road, it can be difficult to find him a thoughtful and practical Father’s Day gift that won’t get shoved to the back of the closet or left on the kitchen counter. Instead of searching for a traditional Father’s Day gift, look through these unconventional gift ideas suggested by real truckers to find the perfect gift to make your Dad’s cab a little more comfortable. (more…)

Highway Trucks and the Changing Market

Friday, June 3rd, 2016
highway trucks

The marketplace is changing for trucks.

Over the last several years, you’ve probably noticed a large shift in the market for highway trucks.

The reason for this is vertical integration. For fuel efficiency to improve, engine builders and truck manufacturers have been designing proprietary configurations for the engine drivetrain. Today, we wanted to take a deeper look at how the highway truck industry has transformed. (more…)

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