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The Best Roads for Trucks in America

January 27, 2021

The Best Roads for Trucks in America

These are the most beautiful drives in America, according to truckers. What’s your choice? Highway 101, California “My favorite drive is Highway 101 in California between Los Angeles and San Luis Obispo. I love the 101! Highway 1 is too windy, and 5 is too boring – the 101 is just right. It’s like the […]

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Trucker Gives Tips to Regular Drivers

January 25, 2021

Trucker Gives Tips to Regular Drivers

One doesn’t need to know how to drive a truck to be a great driver but knowing it makes one a better driver. Despite the differences in controlling the two machines, they both go by more or less the same rules and co-exist within the same traffic system. The lack of insight into how the […]

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Great Gifts for Truck Drivers: What Would You Prefer?

January 24, 2021

Great Gifts for Truck Drivers: What Would You Prefer?

These are just some of the many great gifts for your favorite truck driver. Taking into account that truckers spend a lot of time outside the home, they must bring whatever is necessary to them. These gift ideas can make truckers’ life easier and, moreover, whenever your favorite trucker sees or touches the gift you […]

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Useful Things to Know Before You Become a Truck Driver

January 21, 2021

Useful Things to Know Before You Become a Truck Driver

In essence, trucking is as much of a lifestyle as it is a job. Trucking gives a lot, but it takes a lot, too. For drivers that cover long distances and spend weeks on the road, there is no dilemma – becoming a trucker yourself is the only way to know how a trucker’s life […]

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Which Roads in America are Most Dangerous for Truckers

January 9, 2021

Which Roads in America are Most Dangerous for Truckers

Truckers are performing one of the riskiest jobs in the U.S. but, luckily, majority of truckers get through their professional careers without being involved in major accidents. The best way for professional truckers to avoid any wrecks is to be skilled and safety conscious as much as possible. Nick Austin, Director of Weather Analytics and […]

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Apps that Will Make Winter Easier for Truck Drivers

December 31, 2020

Apps that Will Make Winter Easier for Truck Drivers

Cold weather brings dangerous driving conditions! Make sure you are ready and fully aware of what’s up ahead. If you are not a fan of technology already, here are some apps for weather and road conditions that can make your drive much more comfortable in the winter months: AccuWeather, Highway Weather, The Weather Channel, Trucking […]

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Fast-food Joints Change Policies: How Will it Affect the Truck Drivers

December 30, 2020

Fast-food Joints Change Policies: How Will it Affect the Truck Drivers

More and more fast-food joints across the United States are looking to slash their expenses amid the pandemic by eliminating the dine-in areas and turning exclusively to the drive-thru. The looming question now is – how will this affect thousands of truck drivers that have an essential need for a place where they can sit, […]

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Become a Truck Driver in 6 Steps

December 29, 2020

Become a Truck Driver in 6 Steps

Step 1 – Pass Your State’s Regular Driver’s License Exam Residents won’t be allowed to drive family autos or trucks without holding a current driver’s license, let alone commercial vehicles. By holding this license, you may qualify to start your career driving delivery trucks while studying to earn a commercial driver’s license (CDL). Step 2 […]

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Truck Drivers Prioritized for the COVID-19 Vaccination Program

December 27, 2020

Truck Drivers Prioritized for the COVID-19 Vaccination Program

An initiative has been put forward by the American Trucking Associations (ATA) to designate truck drivers as essential workers, thus giving them prioritized access to the national vaccine distribution program that is currently being laid out by the officials. As reported on the ATA’s website, the letter calling for policymakers to include truckers in the […]

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From Earth to the Moon and Beyond: Less Known Facts on Trucking Industry

December 23, 2020

From Earth to the Moon and Beyond: Less Known Facts on Trucking Industry

Trucking industry is a microcosm of current economy, too. Working in trucking industry is doing hard yet great work if you just work in an established company. Here are some facts about Trucking Industry: Top transferred goods in America are: Clothing, Food, Furniture, Electrical goods and Machinery goods There are roughly 15,7 million truck operating […]

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The Top 6 Trucking Songs for December

December 20, 2020

The Top 6 Trucking Songs for December

Music can truly be a trucker’s best friend. Music can bring you comfort and joy during the holiday season, reminding you of home or helping you regain a sense of belonging. When home sweet home is far away, music is probably the only thing that can, at least emotionally, transport you where you belong. Here […]

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Visit the Iowa 80: World’s Largest Truck Stop and Museum

December 15, 2020

Visit the Iowa 80: World’s Largest Truck Stop and Museum

Whether you need a haircut, a massage, or you just want to stretch your legs and enjoy the relics of trucking history, the Iowa 80 Truck Stop is a place for you! The “Trucker’s Disneyland” Iowa 80 is a small city that hosts eight different restaurants and a wide array of services ranging from game […]

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Working in Armada Trucking Group is a Job for Everyone

December 14, 2020

Working in Armada Trucking Group is a Job for Everyone

Did you know that there are over 200,000 female truck drivers in the United States, but women still make up only a mere 6 percent of all the employees in the industry? The Armada Trucking Group is keen on changing that by offering a job that includes maximum safety and comfort with the same opportunities […]

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The 14 Crucial Unwritten Rules in Truckers’ Life They Should All Follow

December 13, 2020

The 14 Crucial Unwritten Rules in Truckers’ Life They Should All Follow

There are some secret unwritten rules every trucker should live by but not every trucker sticks to the rules, and this applies in particular to those new drivers without any extensive long-haul experience. These secret unwritten rules are as follows: 1. Don’t take up all the fuel space 2. Don’t discuss the specifics of your […]

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Facts about Drop and Hook Truck Driving Jobs

February 28, 2017

Facts about Drop and Hook Truck Driving Jobs

Truck driving is a misunderstood career. Some people have no clue what benefits and responsibilities come with the position. Others assume that driving must be a hard life and do not consider it at all. The truth is that Class A driving careers offer top benefits for rewarding and independent work. So if you have […]

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Why a Truck Driving Job Is the Best Job

November 21, 2016

Why a Truck Driving Job Is the Best Job

Looking for a new career? Tired of the same old boring desk job? Check out a truck driving career. There are several amazing benefits to truck driver jobs in Los Angeles! Get Paid to Travel The best truck driving jobs in Los Angeles, CA, not only pay well, but give you some specific job perks […]

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What Does the Future Hold for Careers in Trucking?

October 24, 2016

What Does the Future Hold for Careers in Trucking?

With the rise of automation and the continual outsourcing of many jobs to other countries, finding a career with staying power is a real concern for many thinking of a career change and for those just embarking on one. The future may look uncertain in many industries, but for U.S. truckers, the future is so […]

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A Trucking Career Can Be Good for You

October 19, 2016

A Trucking Career Can Be Good for You

Are you looking for a new career that is exciting, adventurous, and lets you do a variety of different things, all while seeing the world around you? Here are 5 reasons why you might consider trucking careers in Los Angeles, CA. Paid Time to Reflect Some jobs are so hectic and keep you so busy […]

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The Trucking Lifestyle: What It Is and What It Isn’t

August 24, 2016

The Trucking Lifestyle: What It Is and What It Isn’t

Some people have an image in their heads about what a career trucker and their life on the road look like. Movies tend to portray this role as a rough-looking, older man. It’s likely that some truckers fit this description, but we see people from all walks of life jumping into the driver’s seat. Old […]

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