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Visions of a Greener Future, How is Trucking Affected?

November 15, 2022

Visions of a Greener Future, How is Trucking Affected?

Overuse of resources, greenhouse gases, etc., are all contributing to an earth less green, and an effort to reverse these changes is proceeding. An excess of gasses such as carbon dioxide is at an all-time high, and the prosperous future of the planet could be threatened if these issues are not addressed. Carbon dioxide is […]

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How Truckers Deal with Anxiety on the Road

November 7, 2022

How Truckers Deal with Anxiety on the Road

When experiencing shortness of breath, dizziness, and feelings of worry, the last place you want to be is behind the wheel. Anxiety can strike anyone, anytime; if you’re a trucker, it can become very inconvenient if not addressed. Feeling anxious is part of being human, but sometimes it can be too much to handle. Knowing […]

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Why A Trucking Job Might Be the Right Choice

October 31, 2022

Why A Trucking Job Might Be the Right Choice

Finding a career these days is more complicated than ever. We want jobs that pay well and that we enjoy doing, a combination not always easily found. A trucking job might be a good choice for a career, and certain factors display why. Whether you like driving, want to explore the US while getting paid, […]

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Driving with Dandelion Tires: The Rubber Tree Alternative

October 23, 2022

Driving with Dandelion Tires: The Rubber Tree Alternative

The splendors of the rubber tree were discovered thousands of years ago by the ancient Olmec, Maya, and Aztec tribes. Since then, rubber has evolved into many things we use today, including the tires that drive our cars and trucks. The demand for tire production continues to grow, and with it comes environmental stresses, pushing […]

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Tesla Semi Truck Hitting the Roads

October 18, 2022

Tesla Semi Truck Hitting the Roads

The talk of the town in trucking for the last couple of years has unveiled commercial electric trucks, specifically those manufactured by Tesla. The rugged and large diesel trucks spouting smoke from their exhausts may soon be replaced by sleek and quiet electric-powered semis. Tesla Semi Truck Features The Tesla semi-truck stays true to Tesla’s […]

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How Truckers Share the Road

October 1, 2022

How Truckers Share the Road

Truckers Must Share the Road With Other Cars: How is Harmony Found? The roads of today are filled with cars and trucks of varying sizes, and finding harmony between all of them is important for communities to function properly. In some cases, special roads and highways for trucks are available that separate semi-trucks from commuting […]

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How Truckers Can Battle Fatigue on the Road

September 25, 2022

How Truckers Can Battle Fatigue on the Road

What Causes Fatigue and How Can Truckers Battle it on the Road Most of us have faced fatigue in one form or another, especially at the end of a long workday. Usually, after resting overnight, fatigue is diminished, and our bodies are restored. For those in health care, law enforcement, trucking, and other jobs with […]

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Trucking Across America: West Coast Sights

September 13, 2022

Trucking Across America: West Coast Sights

Trucking Sights When Driving the West Coast Armada Trucking Group terminals expand across America, and driving them means experiencing the road trip of a lifetime while getting paid. California, Oregon, and Washington comprise what we know as the Pacific West Coast and offer beauty ranging from beaches and warm water in the South to forests […]

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3 Best Truck Stops in Arizona

August 29, 2022

3 Best Truck Stops in Arizona

Truck stops have been around since truckers started on the long haul. They began as places for truckers and drivers to pull into after many hours of driving to refuel, enjoy a hot meal, and maybe even a hot shower. Some truck stops stayed traditional, where the usual truckers would sit in their usual booths […]

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Benefits of a Trucking Simulator

August 26, 2022

Benefits of a Trucking Simulator

Simulation-based training can be found in the trucking industry, and many other areas of work such as aviation, military, and medicine. Trying out a simulator before starting a career can help you determine if that career is something enjoyable or not. If trying a simulator doesn’t bring you joy, it might be time to rethink […]

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How Truckers Deal with Weigh Station Stress

August 15, 2022

How Truckers Deal with Weigh Station Stress

While traveling on just about any significant highway, now and then, a green sign with white letters reading “weigh station” will pop up, beckoning truckers and other drivers of heavy vehicles to follow its arrow off the highway to be weighed. What are these weigh stations for, and how do truckers deal with the stress […]

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AB5 Timeline and Truck Driver Concerns

July 31, 2022

AB5 Timeline and Truck Driver Concerns

Assembly Bill 5, or AB5, is a 3-part “ABC” test created for independent contractors in California and passed by the Supreme Court in September 2019. The law aims to extend workers’ benefits, eliminate the misclassification of workers, and protect them from companies that use these misclassifications to avoid certain financial obligations. The bill is about […]

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Trucking Road Highlights: Pilot Truck Stop

July 17, 2022

Trucking Road Highlights: Pilot Truck Stop

Truckers Need Truck Stops that Make Trucking Easier Truck stops are made in all shapes and sizes, but the importance they have to truckers looking for a place to rest after hours on the road are all the same. Basic amenities every truck stop should include are gas, a safe place to park, and at […]

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Should Teenage Drivers Be Allowed on the Long-Haul?

July 12, 2022

Should Teenage Drivers Be Allowed on the Long-Haul?

Is 18 Too Young for Long-Haul Interstate Drivers? The long-haul truck driver transports goods and other items in commercial vehicles to many destinations across many states. Currently, the minimum age requirement to cross state lines during a long-haul trip remains at 21. With an increased demand for goods, unfilled driver seats, and the yearning for […]

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How to Save on Gas and Improve Driving

July 2, 2022

How to Save on Gas and Improve Driving

Whether or not a stimulus check or gas tax breaks are on the horizon, prices continue to remain high, and habits that save on gas are more important to learn than ever. Many jobs like trucking rely on the roads to run their commerce, and many others rely on roads to commute, needing gas no […]

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Truck Driver Named Job of the Future

June 7, 2022

Truck Driver Named Job of the Future

With a future full of self-checkouts and robots serving fast food, the threat to job security is higher than ever. Which careers will thrive over the years, and which will technology leave in its dust? A truck driver is one job that will continue to thrive in the future, growing and innovating but staying very […]

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Should Commercial Trucks Have Speed Limiters?

May 10, 2022

Should Commercial Trucks Have Speed Limiters?

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 […]

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How Do Music Choices Affect Driving?

April 25, 2022

How Do Music Choices Affect Driving?

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 […]

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Are You A Distracted Driver?

April 6, 2022

Are You A Distracted Driver?

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 […]

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Trucking Road Highlights: Iowa 80 Truck Stop

March 26, 2022

Trucking Road Highlights: Iowa 80 Truck Stop

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 […]

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