In 2018, the American Trucking Association (ATA) estimated a driver shortage at 60,000 in the over-the-road truckload market. In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has further exacerbated this shortage. One contributing factor is the limitations placed on training schools. As a result of social distancing requirements during COVID-19, driver schools are graduating 30% to 40% fewer […]
Trucking jobs provide several benefits. One of the most enticing for military veterans is the flexibility with hours. After being away from their family for so long, veteran truck drivers will be able to enjoy weekends, nights, or just days at a time to spend with them. All truckers also have the opportunity to bring their […]
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced a final rule to streamline the process for men and women interested in entering the trucking workforce. The new rule will allow states to permit a third-party skills test examiner to administer the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) skills test to applicants to whom […]
Achieving the best possible fuel economy is no longer a fad; it is a lifestyle change being focused particularly on commercial truck drivers. In the U.S., the trucking industry burns some 38 billion gallons of diesel annually and a host of initiatives are underway to try and reduce that in a variety of ways – […]
Driving the biggest rig on the road doesn’t reduce the risk of a collision or injuries. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just recently earned your commercial driver’s license, here are a few tips to help you stay safe. 1. Plan ahead. Driving in unfamiliar places requires paying extra attention to road signs, traffic lights, […]
A semi-truck is a hefty piece of machinery that requires all parts to work together in order to function properly. It’s important to take proactive steps to prevent breakdowns and keep your semi-truck in good condition. Maintain the truck’s brakes. Worn out brakes or brakes that are malfunctioning can cause accidents, vehicle damages and serious […]
According to the National Tank Truck Carriers trade group, nearly one out of four trucks in the country are parked due to a shortage of drivers. Current estimates show the trucking industry will need more than one million truckers to join the industry over the next decade to maintain current demand. Demand for truck drivers […]
Commercial trucking can be one of the most difficult jobs, spending days or weeks traveling on the open road. This isolation can have harmful physical and mental effects on a driver’s health and well-being. The following ten tips can help combat the negative effects of trucking. Wellness programs have proven to be an effective method […]
Ask any long-haul truck driver about driver fatigue, and you’ve probably heard them tell you about their battle with it behind the wheel. Some try to load up on caffeine, while others blast their music. Regardless of how it’s dealt with, drowsy driving is a big issue and any mistake can be extremely dangerous, if […]
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In many ways, the rules regarding truck tire repair are black and white. In other ways, truck tire repair is best defined as shades of gray. Here is the difference between fixing and repairing a tire. There’s a huge difference between fix and repair. Just do a Google image search for “there, I fixed it” to get […]
Summer is yet to come! Already temperatures have hit some record highs, and if our weathermen are to be trusted, we should expect another two months of scorchers! If you’re new to the trucking game, you might be thinking: “That’s all well and good, but how does that affect truckers? Don’t they spend all day […]
If a truck is overweight at a DOT weigh station, there are a variety of consequences the driver will face. They may vary by state, but there are some general standards to what you can expect. Delay of Service: A truck driver’s time is money, and an overweight truck inspection is going to take a lot […]
Driving a passenger automobile is quite different from driving a long-haul truck. There are things a passenger vehicle can easily do that will require significant effort for those driving a long-haul truck. Regardless of whether you’re new to truck driving or a seasoned driver, here are seven truck driving habits to avoid. 1. Speeding Speeding […]