Tag: Truck Driving Tips

Advice to New Truckers From Seasoned Truckers

Advice to New Truckers From Seasoned Truckers

| May 3, 2012 | 59 Replies

Words of advice and wisdom from veteran truckers. What they want new drivers to know.

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Truck Driver Employment Rate Rises Slightly in 2011

Truck Driver Employment Rate Rises Slightly in 2011

| April 22, 2012 | Reply

Employment rates for truckers rise for the first time since the all-time high in 2008. What made the difference?

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How to Prevent Wheel-Offs

How to Prevent Wheel-Offs

| April 20, 2012 | Reply

Wheel Offs can be extremely dangerous, yet easily avoided. Why do they continue to happen, and how can you avoid them?

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Oil Frenzy Creates a Demand for More Truckers

Oil Frenzy Creates a Demand for More Truckers

| April 20, 2012 | 1 Reply

The recent oil drilling frenzy has created an increased demand for qualified drivers. Find out where the jobs are and how much they pay.

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Closer Look: 2012 International ProStar Eagle

Closer Look: 2012 International ProStar Eagle

| April 20, 2012 | Reply

The newest flagship of the International line is under the microscope today, with a video and features list for you to inspect.

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Horrible Food that Travels Well

Horrible Food that Travels Well

| April 19, 2012 | 7 Replies

Ever see something on the truck stop shelf and wonder, “Who the hell eats that?” Yeah, so do we.

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Roadcheck 2012 is Coming.  Are You Ready?

Roadcheck 2012 is Coming. Are You Ready?

| April 19, 2012 | 1 Reply

Roadcheck 2012 is quickly approaching. Is your truck ready? Are you ready? Find out the specifics on what inspectors are looking for here.

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Yum-O! Asian Beef with Mandarin Oranges Cooked Over the Road

Yum-O! Asian Beef with Mandarin Oranges Cooked Over the Road

| April 15, 2012 | Reply

Video: A delicious over-the-road recipe and instructions for Asian beef with Mandarin oranges. Yes, please!

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Kansas to Eliminate Motor Carrier Property Tax

Kansas to Eliminate Motor Carrier Property Tax

| April 13, 2012 | 4 Replies

Kansas has repealed a costly tax for carriers who operate in Kansas. Find out the new bill that took its place and how much it will cost carriers.

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Video: CDL Life Reviews 2012 MATS

Video: CDL Life Reviews 2012 MATS

| March 29, 2012 | 3 Replies

Here’s what we saw and who we spoke with at the 2012 Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky. It was busy!

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3 Questions Trucking Recruiters CAN’T Ask You

3 Questions Trucking Recruiters CAN’T Ask You

| March 28, 2012 | 1 Reply

The hiring process for truckers can be lengthy and difficult. Recruiters want to know everything they can about you. But they can’t ask these specific questions.

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Phone Data Can Now Be Searched Without Warrant

Phone Data Can Now Be Searched Without Warrant

| March 13, 2012 | Reply

Your cell phone data is no longer protected by the 4th Amendment.

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Harrisburg, Illinois Tornado Takes Trucker On Wild Ride

Harrisburg, Illinois Tornado Takes Trucker On Wild Ride

| March 12, 2012 | 6 Replies

A twister in Harrisburg, Illinois takes trucker on wild ride. See a photo of the carnage.

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Apps for Truckers: Making Life Easier

Apps for Truckers: Making Life Easier

| March 9, 2012 | 3 Replies

Check out these useful and free mobile smartphone apps that are designed to help truckers save money!

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New HOS Rules: Visual Examples for Truckers

New HOS Rules: Visual Examples for Truckers

| February 28, 2012 | 11 Replies

This article has a link to the FMCSA’s new online tutorial about how to fill out your logbooks to avoid violating the new HOS rules.

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Human Trafficking Watchdog Asks Truckers for Help

Human Trafficking Watchdog Asks Truckers for Help

| February 27, 2012 | 1 Reply

Human Trafficking is a horrible problem in North America. Truck Drivers are in a unique position to help deter this crime. Here’s how.

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Trucker’s Valentine’s Day From a Distance

Trucker’s Valentine’s Day From a Distance

| February 14, 2012 | Reply

Truckers might not be home to celebrate with their special sweets, but that doesn’t mean that Valentine’s Day has to be bitter. Here’s some ideas for romance from a distance.

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Interactive State Transportation Facts

Interactive State Transportation Facts

| February 1, 2012 | Reply

Find out specific facts about states through the Bureau of Transportation’s interactive chart.

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Diesel Fuel Price Index | Jan. 23 – 28

Diesel Fuel Price Index | Jan. 23 – 28

| January 24, 2012 | 1 Reply

Here are the on-highway diesel fuel prices by PADD and self service dollars for this week.

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How To Avoid Failing Your CDL Training Pt. 2

How To Avoid Failing Your CDL Training Pt. 2

| January 23, 2012 | Reply

Part 2 of our articles on how to avoid mistakes during your CDL training and become a better truck driver.

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Winter Truck Driving Supplies

Winter Truck Driving Supplies

| January 19, 2012 | 1 Reply

Have you outfitted yourself and your truck with winter travel accessories? We’re linking you to some suggestions in case you haven’t yet.

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TripPak Scanner: Video How-To for Truck Drivers

TripPak Scanner: Video How-To for Truck Drivers

| January 19, 2012 | 1 Reply

Here’s a how-to video for truckers thinking of purchasing the TripPak portable document scanner. What’s in the box, software setup and daily use is covered.

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Driving Safe in Winter Weather

Driving Safe in Winter Weather

| January 17, 2012 | 1 Reply

For most of the country it’s been a mild winter, but trucks cover every square inch of North America. Here’s how to stay safe in the cold no matter where you’re headed.

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Top Gear TV Hosts Try to Drive Big Rigs

Top Gear TV Hosts Try to Drive Big Rigs

| January 13, 2012 | 4 Replies

Hosts of the popular BBC series Top Gear try their hands at driving semi trucks. It doesn’t go well.

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Diesel Fuel Prices | Jan 9 – 15

Diesel Fuel Prices | Jan 9 – 15

| January 9, 2012 | 4 Replies

The On-Highway Diesel Fuel Price Index for the second week of January 2012.

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CB Slang Becoming a Dying Art

CB Slang Becoming a Dying Art

| January 5, 2012 | 302 Replies

How current are you on your CB terms? Check the list…

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Diesel Fuel Prices | Jan. 2nd – 8th

Diesel Fuel Prices | Jan. 2nd – 8th

| January 4, 2012 | Reply

Here’s this week’s PADD report for on-road diesel prices by U.S. region as researched by the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA).

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