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Craigslist Scam Targeting Drivers Continues

A warning to drivers who respond to Craigslist ads.

Weigh Station DO’s & DON’Ts

We recently asked the CDLLife audience to spill their vast knowledge of weigh station DO's & DON'Ts. Here's what our expert drivers had to...

Infographic: Truck Driver Bill Of Rights

We believe that every driver deserves respect, so last August - we drafted a Truck Driver Bill Of Rights. Here it is again for you in illustrated form.

Save Money By Skipping Truck Stop Shopping

Being out on the road puts drivers in a position where they often have to spend more money than necessary on truck stop goods. It's something we all do - but in reality, it's extremely costly and easily avoidable. We've decided to do a little comparison between the cost of supplies at a truck stop convenience store and Walmart to get a feel for just how drastic the differences in cost really are.

Brave The Elements, Stay Warm This Winter

What's your favorite winter weather wear?

What Does Idling Actually Cost Truck Drivers?

Do you save money by limiting your idle time? What are some alternatives to idling?

If You Take These Medications, You Might Not Get A CDL

If you take any of these medications or have any of these illnesses, you may be disqualified from obtaining a CDL.

Schneider Offering Used Fleet Trucks To Independent Drivers And Carriers

Schneider National, Inc. announced today it has recently expanded its tractor purchase offerings for owner-operators, fleets and wholesalers.

What Every Trucker Needs To Know About Hurricanes

Hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30th. What should every driver know about hurricanes?

Truck Driver Gift Guide

Beat the Christmas shopping crowds, shop early and online.

Petro And T/A Truck Stops Offer Free Mid Trip Inspections

Petro and T/A Truck Plazas are offering free mid-trip inspections to all drivers until Sept. 15th. Get the promotional code inside.

Is The Problem Really About A Driver Shortage?

Is the problem really about a driver shortage, or do conditions for truck drivers need to improve to retain the current numbers of drivers? What can be done? What is the real problem?

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