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Distracted driving is a problem for nearly everyone. It kills thousands of people every year. Now federal safety groups are demanding all cell phone use be restricted.

Don't get trapped on another downed web network at that roadside rest stop. Bring your hotspot in the cab with you and surf the net on an affordable plan.

Thousands of truck drivers are on Twitter. This social network is one of the best ways to find out more about topics that are on truckers' minds. Learn how to make the most of it.

Get the latest news on issues that matter to the trucking and transportation industries. Updated all week.

Everyone here at CDL Life wants truck drivers to be health-conscious because it's no secret that the transportation industry is experiencing problems with driver obesity and all the metabolic syndromes associated with extra weight. That doesn't mean that truckers can't have hearty meals that make the long haul bearable. Just a couple of adjustments here and there can make your in-cab meal hearty and heart-healthy too! Let's get started.

You get the call from a carrier who has an interesting proposition. Are you able to trust them? Arm yourself with info by getting the carrier's FMCSA rating report online.

A new study in the journal Science concludes that when it comes to developing and keeping up with healthy habits, finding a friend or two who want to build them with you is the best thing. Why?

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The condition of our nation's highways is becoming hazardous. How has it come to this?

We have another quick review and how-to for one of the most popular financial mobile apps for Android phones - PayPal Mobile. Fast, Easy and Convenient for some emergency cash or quick purchases on the road.

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood issued a final ruling on the federal hand-held cell phone ban for commercial carriers. Is it a good idea, and more importantly, can it be enforced?