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Are You Ready for CVSA's International Road Check?
04 May 2024
The CVSA holds its international road check every year, and this year, it's scheduled for May 14-16, 2024. Truck drivers should prepare for inspections on themselves and their vehicles during road check days. The CVSA focuses on specific categories, and inspectors wait to disperse clipboards when…
Stress Awareness For Truck Drivers
24 April 2024
“The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another.”-William James. Everybody has succumbed to stress, whether they deal with it constantly or only in certain circumstances. April is Stress Awareness Month, and we’re shining a light on what stress is, what causes…
Are You Driving During the Total Solar Eclipse?
05 April 2024
On April 8th, 2024, the US, Canada, and Mexico will experience a total solar eclipse, the first since 2017. Whether the eclipse sparks interest or not, it can affect truck drivers on the road, so knowing what to expect will save you from unexpected delays and surprises.   What is a Total Solar…
What's Happening with Electric Trucking?
29 March 2024
Talk of electric trucks has been a hot topic since 2022 when we all thought diesel was old news and trucks would soon be driving themselves. The transition is taking longer than anticipated, and most trucks on the highway remain diesel-powered. But what strides has electric trucking made in recent…
What Apps Do Truckers Use?
15 March 2024
Before cell phones became the norm, truckers had to find other ways to do the things that apps enable them to do easier in today's times. Now, everybody has a cell phone, including truckers, filled with apps for convenience, help, entertainment, and more. We're sharing which apps truckers have on…
3 Best Truck Stops: California
28 February 2024
We are working our way down the alphabet, exploring the best truck stops in each state, and this time, we're driving through California. The Golden State has fewer truck stops than some of its neighbors, but there are still some worth checking out for truckers working the West Coast. Knowing the…
What Truckers Wish Friends and Family Understood
02 February 2024
The world of trucking can be challenging to understand for those outside of the industry, especially for friends and family members. There are some parts of the job that truckers wish everyone understood and are worth discussing to improve relationships at home and on the road. If you're a…
Driving on Historic Route 66
28 January 2024
Get your kicks on Route 66; this line from the song Route 66, made famous by Chuck Berry, embodies the spirit of what became one of the nation’s first and arguably favorite highways. Join us as we dive into the history of Route 66, its impact on the trucking industry, and what were some of the most…
How To Deal With Getting Sick On The Road
11 January 2024
January brought the new year with it but failed to leave sickness behind. Getting sick is always a drag; this time, colder temperatures prolong the season, bringing a new year of runny noses, brain fog, and fatigue. Contracting an illness is miserable for a trucker when calling in sick isn't an…
The 2023 End of Year Trucking Recap
29 December 2023
The 2023 year is ending, and it’s been a doozy for trucking. As part of typical end-of-year traditions, we look back at what 2023 had in store for the trucking industry and its drivers. We talked about weather, trucker issues, holidays on the road, and more this year. Let’s review some of what has…