How to avoid cargo theft
Oct 10, 2018While cargo theft threatens nearly every industry that handles goods, this problem is especially prevalent among professional drivers. Whether the threat exists on the road, or at home, it is important to consider your options when it comes to protecting your vehicle and goods. Follow these few tips on how to avoid cargo theft as a professional driver, and sleep safely knowing your business is safe.
Selling your trucking business
Oct 10, 2018So, you’re thinking of selling your trucking business? Before you embark on this emotional and financial journey, take these steps into consideration in order to make sure you have done all you can do when it comes to healthily moving on.
Parking Tips and Tricks
Oct 10, 2018With so many responsibilities out on the road, many professional drivers forget to take the time to learn how to park their truck correctly. Parking a larger vehicle can be frustrating and time consuming, even for drivers who have been on the road for years. Check out these parking tips and tricks to save you time and give you some peace of mind while parking.
Brakes, brakes, brakes!
Sep 9, 2018For many professional truck drivers, braking comes second nature. However, most will tell you that losing control of the truck is one of the scariest moments that can occur out on the road. In order to learn proper skid control, check out these helpful tips on braking.
Navigational Help
Sep 9, 2018If you have decided to make truck driving your profession, one of the most important responsibilities on the job is timing. Whether you are hauling, delivering or simply transporting goods, the time you take to get from point A to point B is crucial. With all the different options out there, how do you know which ones are right for you? The only real answer to this question is to try several different navigational tools and find out which one allows you to take every obstacle into account. Here is a list of tried and tested trucking tools to help you narrow down which is best for you.
Road signs and warnings
Sep 9, 2018As you train to become a professional driver, a large portion of your education should focus on road signs and warnings. Most new truckers assume that because they have been driving a car for the better part of their lives that they know everything there is to know about the rules of the road. However, rules and regulations for trucks and heavy loads can often be drastically different from simple traffic laws. The following tips highlight the most important notes on road signs and warnings for new truckers.
Types of Trucking
Sep 9, 2018If you have a few years of trucking experience under your belt, chances are that you have steered your career towards one or two types of professional driving. As trucking jobs are constantly changing, it might be time to consider a few other options within the driving field. Check out these different types of trucking if you are interested in switching gears and trying something new.
How to get semi-truck financing
Aug 8, 2018More than half of all goods in the United States are delivered by semi truck drivers, most of which are owner operators. Due to this massive number of truck drivers on the roads, semi truck financing is a very popular funding method amongst driving professionals. Before you embark on your journey towards semi-truck financing, consider the following tips to help you get the best deal possible.
Making Safe and Efficient Stops
Aug 8, 2018Truck drivers all over the country are stopping along highways and roads, but are they being safe in the process? Rest stops can range from filthy to sparkling, but you shouldn’t have to settle for a mediocre place to refuel or relax. Before your next driving adventure, follow these few rules when it comes to making safe and efficient stops.
Driver health: staying healthy on the road
Aug 8, 2018Pursuing a career as a professional driver can be both physically and mentally taxing. Between late nights, long drives and difficult terrain, it is no wonder that most professional drivers find themselves in a bit of a health rutt. If you have just started your driving career, consider these health tips before hitting the road on our next job.