August 30, 2025

The topic of discussion for 2025 has been tariffs. With percentages rising for numerous countries, we want to know what this means for us and our jobs. What are tariffs, how are they affecting the trucking industry, and how are they affecting our everyday lives?   What Are Tariffs and Where Did They Come From? […]

August 24, 2025

Are your trucks and drivers prepared? That means truck inspectors will be out in force, peeking under hoods, poking around your spiders and cams, and probing your drums and rotors. CVSA inspectors will conduct routine Level 1 vehicle inspections, focusing on brake systems and components. Special emphasis this year is on brake drums and rotors. […]

July 31, 2025

When we think of floods, we usually think of hurricanes or the build-up of rain over time. However, they can occur for various reasons and are particularly hazardous, especially flash floods. The devastation that took place in Texas over the 4th of July weekend has us all questioning whether there are other ways to prepare […]

June 28, 2025

 WE ARE HIRING  CDL Class A Drivers WE OFFER: – Stable Employment – Professional Relationships – Clearly Defined Working Conditions DETAILS: – Home every week – Benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k) – No forced dispatch – New trucks Cascadia automatics – 24/7 dispatch and safety support – Paid every Friday – Direct Deposit Apply today […]

June 27, 2025

June is Men’s Health Awareness Month, and we are highlighting the importance of observing it, especially for truckers. Men are more susceptible to specific health issues, and ensuring everything is functioning correctly is vital. For those working the road, observing your health isn’t as easy, but it still shouldn’t be overlooked. Next year, we’ll explore […]

June 21, 2025

Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance inspectors on June 25 will begin issuing out-of-service violations for truckers unable to pass roadside tests for communicating in English and understanding road signs.   CVSA’s upcoming inclusion of English-language proficiency skills for truckers supports both a recent executive order from President Donald Trump and a subsequent mandate from Transportation Secretary […]

June 20, 2025

For beach cities in California, the summer heat is taking its time to arrive; for other towns further inland, summer may have never left. Whether you’ve already felt the heat of summer or are still keeping it cool, higher temperatures are on their way, and for drivers, preparing for them will make for a stress-free […]

May 29, 2025

Who would’ve thought the director of Avatar used to drive trucks before? The trucking industry is a diverse field, with some truckers making it a lifelong career, while others use it as a stepping stone to other professions. From the driver’s seat to the Hollywood Walk of Fame, some celebrities used to have jobs in […]

May 11, 2025

🚨 VERY IMPORTANT 🗓 CVSA’s International Roadcheck Scheduled for May 13-15, 2025 ▶️ The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) International Roadcheck is scheduled for May 13-15. International Roadcheck is a high-visibility, high-volume commercial motor vehicle and driver inspection and regulatory compliance enforcement initiative that takes place over three days in Canada, Mexico and the United […]

April 25, 2025

We’re obsessed with truck stops and are always on the lookout for different ones across the US. Expanding on the truck stops we’ve already discussed, there are some new or newly serviced ones you may not have heard about yet. Knowing the locations of as many truck stops as possible doesn’t hurt when building your […]

April 4, 2025

Spring starts the construction season, and April is when it tends to kick off full steam. Although improving roads and highways is a positive thing in the long run, the traffic and road closures the construction season brings mean hell for those working the road. Learning when construction season is, why it’s essential in the […]

March 13, 2025

Spring is standing at the front door with one foot already in our lives, waiting to make its full debut, and we’re bracing for the changes. Just like every season brings something new, we’ll look at what Spring has in store, what it already brought, and anything else truckers need to know to breeze through […]

February 18, 2025

* We are offering a sign-up bonus of $800 to drivers who apply and are successfully hired. Dispatch must occur within 7 days of final approval to drive. To qualify, drivers must apply before April 15, 2025. DETAILS: – Dedicated Runs 5 days out 2 days home – No layovers, no touch freight, drop and […]

February 12, 2025

Every year on February 14th, cupid emerges from hiding and loads up his arrows, ready to strike romance on suspecting and oblivious individuals. Valentine’s Day celebrates love, romance, and everything heart-shaped, a tradition from the 1300s. Being on the road shouldn’t stop the romance, and there are plenty of ways truckers can celebrate love, whether […]

January 27, 2025

We have found more songs about the wonderful world of trucking, some that truckers can relate to, and we are using them to remind drivers of the importance of music choices and how they affect time on the road. Having a positive mood while working the road is vital, and the type of music you […]

December 21, 2024

For essential workers like truckers, Christmas Day is just another workday. There are ways for truckers to connect with family or find places displaying Christmas spirit, but it’s still never easy working on a holiday. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day bring specific difficulties and some benefits for truckers working the road. Particular closures and celebrations […]

November 21, 2024

Thanksgiving is a time for thanking the essential people in our lives, and truckers fall into their own category. We are taking time to thank truckers this season of giving because the holidays wouldn’t be what they are without them. If you’re a trucker, appreciate the praise because you deserve it. From delivering Thanksgiving meal […]

November 14, 2024

The slang words and lingo truck drivers use to communicate with each other can fill as many pages as a phone book. The traditions of the CB radio aren’t as popular today but for veteran drivers and those looking to follow in their footsteps properly, keeping the traditions alive means learning the language of the […]

October 31, 2024

We have discussed the importance of being alert while driving aplenty, and the conversation is continuing with drowsy driving prevention being the next topic. The National Sleep Foundation has designated November 3-9, 2024, as this year’s Drowsy Driving Prevention Week. The goal for this week is to shed awareness on the dangers of driving drowsy […]

October 22, 2024

Truckers traverse countless roads and highways each year. In honor of spooky season, we’re shining a light on some highways that may be considered haunted. Whether you believe in hauntings or not, the folklore is interesting. Here are some highways we found with scary stories associated with them. One of them might be on your […]