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Wondering what kind of winter you'll be needing to stock up on before the snow starts to fall? Find out here:

National Carriers, Inc., today announced an 8.5% increase in company driver pay to go into effect on October 20, 2014.

New drivers are entering the workforce each day. Each day, we get questions from new drivers on how to deal with specific situations. This driver was attempting a tight turn and got stuck. Veteran drivers, what advice do you have for new drivers in a situation like this?

Joe B. shared this truck tire blowout instructional video with us. The video walks you though what to do if you have a blowout.

Being a professional truck driver is not difficult, it only takes a few good choices.

Keeping your auxiliary power unit (APU) in top shape is vital to maintaining your comfort and your safety. Here are some tips for inspecting and maintaining your APU.

Whether you're wanting to start a new career as a truck driver, or you're looking to expand your training and branch out into a new career, National Trucking Institute (NTI) is the right choice for you! NTI isn't only for those looking to enter the industry and obtain a CDL, NTI also offers current drivers the opportunity to expand their careers.

Idling laws tend to differ greatly across the United States, and can be a little tricky to remember (especially in states with larger, harshly regulated cities)! Check out this quick reference map to find idling laws fast!

#1. Thou shalt not relieve thyself at the fuel island. #2. Thou shalt choose one pump and wait in that line, not park in the middle of the driveway and wait for one to open up...

Rand McNally today released the 2015 edition of the Motor Carriers' Road Atlas, the most trusted name in truck route planning.

The FMCSA’s Safe Haven rule is perhaps one of the FMCSA’s most misunderstood and misquoted rules. Drivers often assume the rule applies to safe and available parking, but that’s not always the case.

A truck driver hit a patch of black ice on an overpass and lost control of his truck. At CDLLife, we get a lot of questions from new drivers. Veteran drivers, what could this driver have done to avoid this wreck, and what tips do you have for new drivers on how to handle situations like this?