If you’re ready to make a career change and become a truck driver, here’s what you need to do to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) in California. How to Obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) Before you can apply for a CDL, you must attend a truck driving school and obtain a Commercial Learner’s […]
The life of a truck driver is about answering the call of the open road while moving goods across the country. No wonder some truckers say that never in a million years would they trade their truck driver career for a 9-to-5 job in a cubicle. But the life of a truck driver isn’t for […]
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) requires commercial drivers who fall under the following categories to obtain medical cards for CDL: When your vehicle has a gross weight of 10,001 or over. The vehicle which you are driving can seat over 15 passengers. When receiving immediate payment for transporting over 8 passengers. If your […]
It’s true. We live in a digital age. We’ve got all the world’s maps available at the swipe of our smartphone screens. A GPS can track our location and speed and can even display the current speed limit. Traffic updates? Covered. Weather and road condition warnings? Yup, those too, loading on your smartphone in nearly […]
The classes, the training, the hours behind the wheel. All the hard work you put in leads to this one crucial moment: the job interview. After all, the job, the steady income, the ability to provide for your family: this is what you’ve worked for, and the job interview is the last remaining hurdle before […]
No matter what you do for work, maintaining a good work-life balance is important to keep you healthy, avoid burnout, and enjoy the job you do. For truckers, work-life balance has always been a challenge, especially for OTR truckers on the road for days or weeks at a time. Learning how to balance work and […]
It’s a frequently asked question within the trucking community! Which is better: team driving or solo driving? When is one more appropriate than the other? The short answer is: it depends. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. In this blog, we’re breaking down the difference between the two and how to determine which option is […]
While they are driving on the rain, truckers need to be extra attentive and careful. Here are a few tips for driving safely on the rain. Eliminate distractions before you turn on the truck. Before you turn the key, put your phone on silent or set it to “do not disturb”. Set up your navigation […]
When driving an 18-wheeler, you’ve got a lot more to be mindful of than when you’re driving a passenger vehicle. To help you stay safe, here’s a list of seven tips for avoiding distractions. 1. Pre-program your radio before hitting the road. Of course you want to listen to your favorite artists, podcasts, and radio […]
The shift towards electric powered-vehicles has been successful in the consumer market — over 1 million cars are on the road in the United States. Medium- and heavy-duty trucks are next in line. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the transportation sector accounts for 29% of all U.S. greenhouse gas emissions, with medium- and heavy-duty trucks responsible […]
For many truck drivers, driving across the country is what the doctor prescribed to manage their wanderlust. However there’s more to truck driving than just getting behind the wheel and following Google Maps directions. Here are a few facts about trucks and truck driving to consider if you’re thinking about becoming a truck driver. The […]
Nearly every job looks nice on the outside, including truck driving, but what does a typical day really look like? Though every trucking job is different, here’s what a typical day in the life of a truck driver might look like. Mornings Some drivers may prefer to wake up early, before 6 am, to get […]
Winter can be one of the toughest times of year for any truck driver, especially those who are driving routes in areas that get a lot of rain, ice or snow. You have to be prepared for any weather situation to keep yourself and other drivers on the road safe this time of year. As […]
