Becoming a truck driver is no small feat. There’s a lot of hard work, time and money that goes into starting a trucking career. For starters, a person has to have the appropriate schooling, a stated-issued commercial driver’s license and typically hundreds of hours of road experience. So let’s say you’ve accomplished these task/requirements and you are ready for the…
Top 10 Things to Weigh When Looking for cdl jobs at a trucking company: What are your top priorities when trying to decide which transportation company will fit your goals and needs? Research these 10 things to find a company that is going to provide you with a stable and fulfilling career instead of just a job. PAY The…
Backing up a 53’ trailer (or even a 48’!) is one of the most daunting aspects of professional truck driving. Figuring out how long 53 feet actually is and understanding how that trailer will react to your tractor’s movements takes months and even years of practice. The best piece of advice for new drivers is to accept that you’re not…
Eating regular, balanced meals is a challenge for most new over the road drivers. The lure and convenience of truck stop buffets is strong, but there are many healthy, easy and cost-effective alternatives. Like most aspects of OTR trucking, it takes planning ahead to maintain a wholesome diet in the face of the constant temptations of chili dogs and packaged…
Balancing the Budget: Managing Time and Miles as a New Driver One thing that attracts a lot of people to a career as a truck driver is the opportunity to be paid based on performance; the more miles you run, the more you can earn. But sometimes having this carrot dangling out in front of new drivers can be frustrating.…