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Baltimore Freightliner-Western Star
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Baltimore, Maryland 21230

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Truck Stop Safety Tips

October 8th, 2021

As a truck driver, you can protect yourself and your truck by following a few truck stop safety tips.

Truck stops are a safe haven for truck drivers who spend long hours on the road. In addition to refueling your truck, you can get some food and much-needed rest and park your vehicle in a safe spot. However, not all truck stops are made the same. Even the safest truck stops can come with dangerous risks to you and your vehicle. Many truck accidents occur in truck stop parking lots, given the tight parking situations. As a truck driver, you can protect yourself and your truck by following a few truck stop safety tips. Read on to learn more.

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4 Things to Consider When Purchasing a Commercial Truck

October 1st, 2021

Researching and buying a commercial truck can be a complicated task.

Researching and buying a commercial truck can be a complicated task. When purchasing trucks and vans, the most important factor is getting as much information as possible about the vehicle. Inspections are essential for commercial vehicles because they help keep you and other drivers safe and because any violations found can lead to fines, the loss of your driver’s license, or the vehicle being decommissioned. Here are some things to look for when buying a commercial truck.

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Tips for Preventing Truck Accidents

September 24th, 2021

An accident can happen seemingly out of nowhere, so you must remain alert and aware when driving at all times.

Driving a semi-truck comes with a considerable level of risk. An accident can happen seemingly out of nowhere, so you must remain alert and aware when driving at all times. Big-rigs are also at a greater risk for causing severe injuries if they crash on the road. While it is impossible to predict when an accident will happen, there are plenty of actions drivers can take to prevent a variety of semi-truck crashes. Here are some tips for avoiding semi-truck accidents.

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5 Tips to Help You Stay Awake on a Long Haul

September 17th, 2021

Remaining awake and alert for long periods is essential to be a safe, productive driver.

Being a truck driver, you are often on the road for long hours at a time. Truck drivers often have unpredictable schedules, which affects their sleeping patterns. Long hauls can be dangerous as you run the risk of falling asleep behind the wheel. Remaining awake and alert for long periods is essential to be a safe, productive driver. Here are some tips on staying awake during a long haul.

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Helpful Tips for Proper Truck Stop Etiquette

September 10th, 2021

A truck stop is a safe place equipped with all kinds of utilities to help keep you comfortable on the road

To anyone unfamiliar, the term truck stop may carry certain baggage with it. However, to those who know about the trucking lifestyle, we all know the perks that modern truck stops offer. They’re a safe place equipped with electronics, amenities, and all kinds of utilities to help keep you comfortable on the road. However, part of the trucking lifestyle is also knowing how to respect truck stops. While truck stops may be changing quickly, what hasn’t changed is how etiquette plays into the trucking lifestyle, especially when you’re at a truck stop with other truckers.

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4 Rookie Truck Driver Mistakes to Avoid

September 2nd, 2021

It is important that all new drivers learn how to avoid common pitfalls.

As more people gravitate towards truck driving as a future career, it is easy to forget some of the challenges and mistakes that come with the job. Due partly to the COVID-19 pandemic, there are more truck drivers on the road than ever before. As a truck driver, you must learn all of the necessary rules and regulations. It is also important that all new drivers learn how to avoid common pitfalls. Here are some common mistakes rookie drivers make and how to avoid them.

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How Often Should You Change Your Truck’s Oil?

August 27th, 2021

In general, you can expect to change your truck’s oil every 25,000 miles.

Semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, and diesel trucks have different maintenance needs than passenger vehicles. Commercial trucks frequently drive long distances and over various types of terrain. Technology advances in recent years have increased the length of time between oil changes in commercial trucks. In general, you can expect to change your truck’s oil every 25,000 miles. But other factors may affect how often the oil needs to be changed. Read on for more tips about changing the oil in your semi-truck.

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5 Tips for Reducing Truck Driver Fatigue

August 20th, 2021

Being a truck driver is often a stressful position and can easily lead to burnout.

Driving a truck for a living can create some barriers to healthy living. Usually, truck drivers do not have regular schedules, depend on truck stops for food, and sit for long periods of time. Over time, this could cause various health issues, such as weight gain, back pain, and skin damage. Being a truck driver is often a stressful position and can easily lead to burnout. Here are some tips to help reduce driver fatigue on the road.

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How to Change the Tires on Your Semi-Truck

August 13th, 2021

Changing a tire on a passenger car may be a simple task, but the process is nowhere near as simple when changing a semi-truck tire.

Changing a tire on a passenger car may be a simple task, but the process is nowhere near as simple when changing a semi-truck tire. Due to the equipment involved and the sheer weight of the truck, dispatchers often need to be called when a tire needs to be replaced. The best course of action when you have a flat tire is to find a truck stop to have your vehicle serviced. But if you can not get to a truck stop, it is possible to change the tire yourself. Here are the steps to changing a semi-truck tire.

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Common Problems that Cause Truck Breakdowns

August 6th, 2021

While mechanical errors may cause some truck breakdowns, many of the most prevalent reasons for mishaps can be caught early and possibly prevented.

Unfortunately, truck breakdowns are widespread. Even the most experienced truck drivers have to deal with breakdowns sometimes. While mechanical errors may cause some truck breakdowns, many of the most prevalent reasons for mishaps can be caught early and possibly prevented. Here are some common causes of truck breakdowns

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