Truck drivers are required to not only obey driving laws, but to understand the laws pertaining to DOT drug testing, ELDs and minimum wage. In this blog, we’ll spell out exactly what every truck driver should know about laws and proceedings. The Minimum Wage Truck drivers should understand that the minimum wage applies to the […]
In every play we have main characters and people behind the curtain who are taking care of the total picture to be perfect, from the beginning to the end of the play. Dispatchers are people behind the curtain, link between truck drivers and customers or vendors. For sure without truck drivers this all system will […]
Few careers offer the benefits and flexibility that make trucking a top choice for many drivers. If you’re thinking about making a career change, here are a few reasons why trucking is the smart choice. 1. National truck driver shortage Truck drivers are in high demand across the country, with large and small trucking companies […]
The American Transportation Research Institute has released in October 2019 its annual survey of the top 10 critical issues facing the trucking industry. The non-profit institute polled more than 2,000 carriers and broke down the results into two categories: concerns of motor carriers and concerns of drivers. Below are the results of the survey, along […]
Long-haul truck drivers can be out on the road for weeks at a time, with hours to kill every day as they cross state lines, crawl through traffic jams, and wait for the crew to finish up at the loading dock. So what are a few ways truck drivers pass the time? Here are nine […]
Snowy weather will hit places virtually coast to coast Christmas week. The good news — drivers should be able to handle most of it. As of Monday morning, nothing indicates that these storms will have major impacts on supply chains. Northwest Periods of heavy snowfall and gusty winds will continue to hit the Cascades and […]
Buying a used semi without checking it out is like buying a house without stepping inside. When you’ve found a truck that catches your eye, you’ll want to engage all of your senses during a test drive to make sure it’s in solid condition — and meets your needs for space and comfort. Check the […]
Three major mountain passes in Washington state were closed overnight due to avalanche dangers after heavy rain fell on a large snowpack from recent storms, state transportation officials said. Snoqualmie Pass along Interstate 90, Stevens Pass on U.S. Route 2 and White Pass on U.S. Route 12 were closed Sunday, Feb. 21, at 6 p.m. […]
Transporting loads is a very dangerous operation. It might seem like a simple task of taking stuff from one place to another, but loading, unloading, and transporting cargo can cause serious injury and even fatality. In 2018, there were a reported 221,400 workplace related injuries in the transportation and warehousing industry reported to the Bureau of […]
As a truck driver or fleet manager, it’s important to make sure your tires are always in good condition. Good maintenance helps prevent flats and blowouts on the road, which present major safety hazards. It can also affect fuel economy and increase the lifespan of other truck systems like the brakes and suspension system. Here […]