CB Radios: A Lifeline for the Trucking Industry

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In the vast expanse of highways and byways, the trucking industry has long relied on an essential communication tool to keep drivers connected and informed – the Citizen Band (CB) radio. Born out of necessity, CB radios have played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of long-haul trucking, enhancing safety, efficiency, and camaraderie among …

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10 Commonly Missed Items During A Pre-Trip Inspection

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Pre-trip inspection’s are an essential part of every truck driver’s routine. It ensures the safety of both the driver and other road users by checking that the truck is in good working condition before hitting the road. However, even the most experienced drivers can sometimes overlook a few crucial points during their inspection. In this …

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What is Dedicated Trucking?

Today the trucking industry has several types of truck driving jobs, all of which have their pros and cons. For those who are considering a dedicated trucking job, read on. What is Dedicated Trucking? In general, most truck drivers are assigned deliveries for a variety of companies. Each day deliveries are made to different companies …

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What is Regional Truck Driving?

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Most people who are thinking of entering the truck driving profession assume that truck driving only involves going cross-country; unfortunately, this false belief is one reason why some people do not want to become truck drivers. The fact is that there are several types of truck driving jobs within the trucking profession. Some trucking companies …

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How to Stay Awake on Long Hauls

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How to Stay Awake While Truck Driving   Long haul trucking is an essential way of getting supplies from one location to another. In this profession, you must get used to navigating along roads for long periods at a time. However, one of the biggest challenges faced by drivers is how to stay awake on …

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Tips for New Truck Drivers (2020 Update)

Tips for Truckers

Tips for New Truck Drivers As winter is creeping in and new truck drivers are hired into trucking companies, it’s important for rookie truck drivers to cover the basics of safety. This is something that trucking companies should emphasize during training. But for many (myself included), it’s not always easy to sit in a training …

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Tips to Stay Healthy as a Truck Driver

Healthy Tips for Truck Drivers

Truckers or Over-the-road (OTR) drivers endure some grueling conditions while they work. Truckers drive long distances and can be on the road for weeks or even months every trip. Unfortunately, in the industry eating right is more difficult and the lack of mobility leaves exercise to a minimum. Many drivers maintain bad sleeping habits and …

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