December 15th, 2017
In 2018, the trucking industry could see increases to the cost of diesel fuel.
The trucking industry is booming and vast, and handles freight for a number of other industries to ensure that companies and customers across the nation get the materials and products they need. For truckers and other people in the industry, it’s important to stay on top of upcoming trends to ensure that they understand all the rules of the road, to be successful in their position. Check out these trends for 2018 and plan accordingly before heading back out on the road.The trucking industry is booming and vast, and handles freight for a number of other industries to ensure that companies and customers across the nation get the materials and Read the rest of this entry »
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December 8th, 2017
Freight shipping is more popular this time of year thanks to eager consumers waiting on products and stores ordering higher amounts to meet the demand.
Freight shipping is more popular this time of year thanks to eager consumers waiting on products and stores ordering higher amounts to meet the demand. Freight shipping is a relatively easy process, but if you do some preparation beforehand it can go even more smoothly. Read the rest of this entry »
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December 1st, 2017
Docking your truck is a basic but it’s always good to refresh yourself on the essentials.
One of the most basic skills that every new truck driver needs to acquire is setting a truck up for a dock. Backing up a truck for the first time can be very intimidating, but once you master the process, it will be simple. Here are some of our best tips for setting up for a dock.
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November 17th, 2017
Truck accidents are more prevalent than people recognize, especially considering how large and difficult they are to drive.
Truck accidents are more prevalent than people recognize, especially considering how large and difficult they are to drive. The unfortunate reality is that many truck accidents are completely preventable. The reason they happen is because we aren’t taking enough precaution to prepare for these scenarios. There are further reasons why these accidents occur every year on the road. Read the rest of this entry »
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November 10th, 2017
The inflation of your tires can be beneficial and surprisingly detrimental in different ways.
When analyzing your truck, the tires are probably the most important aspect. After all, they do put in all the work to get you from point A to B. Especially for trucks, tire upkeep is crucial to making long trips. Any truck driver will tell you that all they want is for the air in their tires to last as long as possible. It’s a clear benefit if that happens, which is why we have a variety of pressure systems to monitor this exact situation. The inflation of your tires can be beneficial and surprisingly detrimental in different ways. Read the rest of this entry »
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November 3rd, 2017
Truck driving is a unique trade, and it’s actually something that can be incredibly difficult if you don’t take the right approach.
Truck driving is a unique trade, and it’s actually something that can be incredibly difficult if you don’t take the right approach. When you’re new to the industry, a lot of the techniques you pick up will be developed on the go. The negative with that developmental cycle is that you can easily pick up bad habits from other drivers, even those that are experienced. If you’re new to the industry and want to gain better insight into what works and what doesn’t, follow these guidelines. Read the rest of this entry »
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October 27th, 2017
It’s much different than any other type of driving, and you need to make sure that you have the basics down.
There’s a lot more to truck driving than the average person may realize, and the industry has many different methods for how drivers should approach the profession. It’s not as simple as just hopping in the driver’s seat and going across the country. You have to take a lot of steps to gain credibility as a driver, and then from that point you have to demonstrate that you’re practicing all the best techniques. Everything starts with truck driving school. It’s much different than any other type of driving, and you need to make sure that you have the basics down. Read the rest of this entry »
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October 20th, 2017
The unfortunate reality is that large truck accidents constantly happen, as hundreds of thousands are estimated to occur each year.
Truck driving is a difficult profession, mainly because there’s a lot of concentration involved along with lengthy hours. However, it’s also a crucial job, because the delivery of goods is essential to businesses across the country. The unfortunate reality is that large truck accidents constantly happen, as hundreds of thousands are estimated to occur each year. It can be a dangerous job to undertake, but there a plenty of ways to turn this dangerous job into a safe environment. Read the rest of this entry »
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October 13th, 2017
Sitting down all day, consuming an unhealthy diet, or a lack of exercise can give way to serious issues in the future.
The trucking lifestyle has many benefits, but you’ll also run into some negative effects, or challenges. Luckily, these challenges can be mitigated. Sitting down all day, consuming an unhealthy diet, or a lack of exercise can give way to serious issues in the future. The best way to overcome the issue of constantly sitting through a long drive is by following these tips! Read the rest of this entry »
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October 6th, 2017
Now more than ever, people are driving on the road with excessive distractions, and it’s rather frightening.
Distracted driving is one of the most dangerous issues on the road today. When we’re driving, we expect everyone to obey the rules of the road, but it’s a short expectation, because not everyone does that. Now more than ever, people are driving on the road with excessive distractions, and it’s rather frightening. There are plenty of horror stories around the subject that shed light onto how serious things are becoming. You always want to keep your eyes on the road, so whether you’re driving a truck filled with freight or just a regular car, here are a few ways to do it. Read the rest of this entry »
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