Tag: Money Saving Tips

New HOS Rules: Visual Examples for Truckers

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.

Class 8 Truck Prices Forcasted to Increase in 2012

Sleeper tractor prices are rising. Can you handle the increase?

Semi Truck Fuel Economy Reaches 12 MPG

How is this driver getting higher fuel efficiency out of his Class 7 semi truck? Is he being honest?

Old Dominion Converts Warehouse to Solar Power

Find out how much these veterans of the transportation industry are projected to save on energy for a single location.

Does Driving an Electric Truck Save Money?

If professional truck drivers found that electric trucks saved transportation costs, would they make the switch?

Log Books for Truck Drivers

Every trucker needs a log book from time to time. Get a good deal on one here!

The Pre-Trip Report | Feb. 6 – 12th

Get vital trucking industry news here at CDL Life before you fire up the ignition. Updated every day of the week.

TripPak Scanner: Video How-To for Truck Drivers

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.

Diesel Fuel Prices | Jan 9 – 15

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

10 Pieces Of Financial Advice For Small Carriers

Here's some things to think about as you attempt to grow your carrier business in 2012. Can you make improvements?

Diesel Fuel Prices | Jan. 2nd – 8th

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).

In-Cab Cooking: Hearty But Healthy Lasagna

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.

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