May 14, 2022

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has announced this year’s International Roadcheck dates as May 17-19 with a focus on wheel ends. International Roadcheck is a 72-hour high-visibility, high-volume commercial motor vehicle inspection and enforcement initiative. Commercial motor vehicle inspectors in Canada, Mexico and the U.S. will conduct North American Standard Inspections of commercial motor […]

May 13, 2022

Meet Salvador Mendez (left) and Spencer Fonte, Our April 2022 Employees of the Month! We want to congratulate Salvador and Spencer for their outstanding work and being the first ones named Employees of the Month as team drivers. Salvador has worked with us for over 7 years now, while Spencer has been with us for […]

May 10, 2022

Will FMCSA Implement Speed Limiter Mandate on Commercial Trucks? Speed governs just about every daily activity, and we are constantly being told not to eat too fast, or you’ll choke, don’t run too fast, or you’ll fall, and don’t drive too fast, or you’ll have an accident. When it comes to driving speed, the struggle […]

April 25, 2022

Johnny Cash, Tom Petty, or Snoop Dogg, whichever artists’ tunes move us on the dance floor, also influence how we move on the road. For truck drivers or anyone spending time behind the wheel, making the right music choice is essential because music influences mood, emotions, and alertness. How does music affect us, and what […]

April 20, 2022

One of our previous posts has already dealt with panic attacks while in cabin (see: https://bit.ly/3rC16FM). The topic of panic attack is always addressable in a myriad of ways, yet we shall give our best in succinctly explaining this utterly unpleasant feeling of sudden and intense anxiety. We hope this will be helpful to you. […]

April 17, 2022

RECOMMENDATION FOR READING The longer the delays, the greater the impact on U.S. inventories in the coming weeks. We have seen this horror show before and we all know the containers that are currently piling up will eventually make their way to the United States, creating massive congestion. Besides technology products, furniture and auto parts, […]

April 6, 2022

April is Distracted Driver Awareness Month, find out what makes a distracted driver and how to avoid it. Millions of people hop into their cars or trucks and hit the road hoping for a smooth and safe journey to their destination, but these people may be putting their lives at risk because a distracted driver […]

April 3, 2022

Congratulations to Christian Knight, our March employee of the month. He has been with us just over two years and he brings a positive attitude to work without fail. Christian’s work ethic is strong, and he gets the job done week in and week out. His attention to detail only enhances his performance. Thank you […]

March 26, 2022

In the city of Walcott, just 20 minutes North of the Mississippi River, Iowa 80 Truck Stop beckons drivers to its grandeur, both in size and amenities. Not all truck stops are created equal, and Iowa 80 is no exception. Iowa 80 truck stop both serves and celebrates truck drivers and is rooted in rich […]

Taking into account current parking shortage, it makes it difficult for truck drivers to find a safe place to park and sleep. Often faced with the choice between Hours of Service (HOS) violations or traffic fines, truck drivers find themselves in challenging situations. With the lack of security personnel and quick access to highways, this makes […]

March 20, 2022

Driving on a wet road can be very dangerous and can become treacherous during heavy rain. Here are some proper steps to take to remain safe when roads are wet and heavy rain is present. 1. Make sure your wipers, defroster and headlights are in good working condition, and there is enough windshield washer fluid […]

March 15, 2022

On the road again after what seemed like a year-long hiatus, drivers are now faced with record-high gas prices. Factors like pandemic setbacks, war, and other issues contribute to the rise and fall of gas prices affecting commuters and truckers. Truck Drivers Question Causes of Rising Gas Prices What’s causing these record-high gas prices? Truck […]

March 8, 2022

Addressing Trucking Issues and Challenges Truck Drivers Face The demand for truck drivers continues to increase, pushing driver-focused changes to appeal to prospective drivers. The Biden-Harris Administration is partnering with the Department of Transportation (DOT) to tackle challenges truck drivers are facing when starting a trucking career and the roadblocks employers are encountering when trying to […]

March 5, 2022

Fun Facts About Iowa 80: The World’s Largest Truckstop 1. The Iowa 80 serves an average of 5,000 customers per day. It is also a social place, where generations of local and interstate truckers have stopped; and everyone seems to have a memory or two about the place.  In the 56 years they have been […]

March 3, 2022

Meet Lubomir Dostal, Our February 2022 Employee of the Month! Lubomir Dostal is a self-motivated, hardworking truck driver. He is on a demanding dedicated route and works very independently and always on time. He has been working for Armada Trucking for over 8 years. We are very happy to have him in our team.   […]

February 25, 2022

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February 21, 2022

If you feel uncomfortable driving at night, the following suggestions can help: 1. Make sure you are rested and alert. If you are drowsy, sleep before you drive! Even a nap can save your life or the lives of others. 2. Do a complete pre-trip inspection of your vehicle. Make sure to check and clean […]

February 17, 2022

Two years ago, a virus that shook the world to its core arrived and remains widespread today. The timeline of the COVID19 pandemic shows closures of entire cities, deaths in the thousands, and a vaccine aimed to help but bringing with it one of the biggest debates the nation has seen in a while: to […]

February 15, 2022

At a truck stop diner along a busy highway, four men sit together in discussion, sipping cups of coffee. It’s clear who they are from the hats, beards, and things they’re saying. They are truck drivers, the unsung heroes of the roads that bring us everything from the clothes on our backs to the juice […]

February 11, 2022

SAFETY MANAGER ($60000 – $80000) The Safety Manager is responsible for, but not limited to managing the Safety compliance process, requirements, audits, follow up, and records to ensure Armada Trucking Group maintains compliance with regulatory standards mainly for DOT and FMCSA, but also including OSHA and Workers’ Compensation regulations. Ideal candidate will have experience managing […]