Technology

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.

Check out some of our recommended laptops that kick butt and are light on your pocketbook. You can get a lot of computer for less these days!

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.

CDLLife links you to a review of MINT, an award-winning finance app for mobile phones. Watch a video of how it works.

Finding the best GPS for truckers can be overwhelming. CDL Life has reviewed some of the top GPS models for truck drivers. Trucker Navigation is crucial!

Long haul truckers should always keep their money on their mind. No one wants to go broke while on the road! So which mobile apps are trucker-friendly according to CDLLife?

This August 2011 survey by uShip found there was a growth of nearly 3/5ths in mobile phone use by truckers in their daily business operations.

Truck drivers are finding more often these days that a multi-tasking machine like a laptop or smartphone is irreplaceable when going over the road. CDL Life has a look at some price-smart mobile computing accessories for your tractor trailer.

CDL Life reviews 2011's top GPS units for professional truck drivers. There will be more reviews in Winter 2011 for truck-specific GPS models.

Power inverters allow truck drivers to use computers, DVD players and cooking appliances on the road. Which one do you need?

New home security systems make it easy for long haul truckers to keep watch over their home and family. It doesn't cost as much as you might think!

Between 2000 and 2010, the total number of kilowatt hours produced by wind energy in the US rose more than 1483%. These incredible numbers may stall if trucker needs aren't met.

Days on the road can be long and boring if you drive by yourself. What are the best free and subscription based audio services you can get to pass the time?

Trucker apps for Android: reviews, features and download links. Explore the CDL Life archives for more about Android and iPhone apps for truck drivers.

Check out these 5 android applications that we think every trucker should have, especially because they don't cost you a dime.