Tag: New Driver
New York State Police (NYSP) are investigating a crash that claimed the life of a maintenance worker and critically injured another on the New York State (NYS) Thruway on Thursday.
A trucker convoy has been planned in honor of David Schultz as the community still searches for answers surrounding the circumstances of his disappearance. Drivers in Iowa are being asked to participate in a truck convoy looping...
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Must-Haves For The New Driver
By RoadPro Family of Brands Everyone who drives for a living has had the experience of needing a certain something on the road and not...
FMCSA Announces New Entry Level Driver Training Standards
Today, the FMCSA released a proposal to set comprehensive national standards for all entry-level truck and bus drivers who want to obtain a CDL.
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Mandatory Human Trafficking Training For Ohio Truck Drivers
Ohio has become the first state to require CDL drivers to receive training on preventing and reporting human trafficking. Starting in January 2016, all new...
CRST Asks FMCSA For Split Sleeper Berth Periods
CRST Expedited has requested an exemption from the FMCSA that would allow its drivers the flexibility to split their 10-hour sleeper berth period.
Truck Driver Gear: CB Radios
If you don't have a CB radio, you should! Here are a few top-rated CBs.
A New Driver’s Packing List
If you're a new driver, and about to head out on the road for the first time, it may be difficult to think of everything you'll need. Here's a packing list to make the process a little easier!
How Not To Be A Truck Driver: 4 Major Rookie Mistakes (And How To Avoid Them)
Running out of fuel. Relying too heavily on GPS and getting lost. Accidentally going over on hours... What do these things have in common? They are...
VIDEO: Backing Down A Slippery Road
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 to get up slippery road and couldn't seem to get it. Veteran drivers, what advice do you have for new drivers in a situation like this?
PhotoSet: Team-Driving Nightmare
These photos are of an accident Dean's new team driver caused.
VIDEO: Truck Driver Attempts to Make Tight Turn
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?
Here’s what you need to know before you decide to be a truck driver
What factors should a prospective CDL student consider before entering the industry? What might he or she not know about the industry?
VIDEO: 10 Tips for New Truck Drivers
What do you think? - Are these useful tips for new truck drivers, or does the delivery tarnish the message?