As a truck driver, you spend most of your time on the road traveling from place to place. That means that you are using a lot of gas and the cost of that can really add up, especially if you are independent and using your own truck. You want to preserve as much fuel as you can when you’re out on the road to reduce the stops you must make and the money you have to spend. Here are some tips for managing your fuel usage. (more…)
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Tips For Managing Your Fuel Usage
Friday, March 30th, 2018Spring Truck Maintenance Checklist
Thursday, March 22nd, 2018After this unpredictable winter that we’ve had in Maryland this year, it is important that we make sure our vehicles are in good shape. This is especially true for all of the truck drivers out there because they are on the road for so much longer than the average vehicle. You want to make sure your truck is in good shape for the upcoming spring season so here is a truck maintenance checklist to help you out! (more…)
Choosing The Right Freight Truck For Your Shipment
Friday, March 16th, 2018A truck driver has to transport large shipments on a regular basis. Whether you work for a company or have your own independent one, the shipments that you transport will vary from time to time. It is important that you choose the right type of freight truck to get the shipment from one place to another safely. There are three common types of freight trucks in the U.S Here is some information on the types to help you choose the right freight truck for your Baltimore shipment. (more…)
Tips To Prevent Road Rage
Monday, March 12th, 2018Being angry on the road is bad enough when you are driving a small car, but when driving a big truck, you need to be even more cautious. You can’t afford to get mad and lightly tap the car in front of you to try and prove a point. People’s lives are on the line as well as your job, so it is best to remain calm. This can be difficult when you are constantly on the road and dealing with traffic all day long. Here are some tips to help you prevent road rage. (more…)
How To Keep Your Diesel Engine Warm
Thursday, March 1st, 2018Even though the warmer season is approaching, we still have some cold weather left. Diesel engines are tougher to start in the cold because of thicker oil and the cold causing the internal parts to resist movement. Diesel engines require a much higher temperature to fire the fuel which is why they are so much harder to start in cold weather than regular engines that take gasoline. Here are some things you can use to keep your diesel engine warm. (more…)