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 […]

September 9, 2024

Trucking is transitioning to renewable diesel to reduce carbon emissions. The aim is to achieve zero carbon emissions within the next 25 years. The commercial transportation industry faces challenges in eliminating fossil fuels due to the significant power they provide for drivers and operators. Truckers haul thousands of pounds of goods, and powerful machinery is […]

August 20, 2024

It’s that time of year again, and no, we’re not talking about the holidays yet; it’s brake inspection week! Throughout the year, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance addresses safety concerns and conducts various tests to ensure the proper functionality of commercial vehicles that traverse the nation’s roads daily. This time of year, the focus is […]

July 31, 2024

Truck driving, like any job, can take a toll on us physically, mentally, and emotionally. Our brains are amongst the most critical features gifted to us, and keeping them sharp throughout our lives is essential. It isn’t simple to think about what stimulates our brains on the road when rest is the main thought between […]

July 17, 2024

Hurricane season is upon us, and it’s only getting worse. Truckers traverse the roads rain or shine, and hurricane season can be taxing. Awareness of hurricane season and what to look for is essential to maintaining a steady workflow. Read along to find out when hurricane season is, the damage it can inflict, and current […]

July 3, 2024

This title might get you thinking about whether you stumbled across a blog post from 30 years ago. Before GPS and Mapquest, finding your way around meant unfolding that giant accordion of a paper roadmap and figuring out directions yourself. It may seem like a relic of the past, but reading a road map shouldn’t […]