Maintaining your health is important. Too many people live a sedentary lifestyle, or rely on heavily processed and greasy foods to get by. This concern is especially pertinent to truck drivers. Did you know that obesity is more than twice as prevalent among truck drivers than the general population? One of the best ways to take your health into your own hands and lose weight is through your diet. Here are some of the best healthy snacks for truck drivers!
Maintaining your health is especially important for truck drivers. Here are some healthy snacks you can take on the road!
Anyone who has ever overseen the management of a whole fleet of commercial trucks knows that there are all kinds of minor (and major) body problems like scratches, dings, and dents. They may not feel like the most pressing issue, especially when more mechanical issues pose a serious problem. That said, you shouldn’t ignore truck body damage entirely because it’s still worth addressing. If you’ve been putting off investing in truck body repair, you’re about to see why it’s so important that you reconsider.
You should never ignore any form of damage to your truck. Here’s why truck body repair is a necessity.
There are plenty of reasons to consider a career in truck driving. Many people feel drawn to the lifestyle. After all, what other profession enables you to see so much of the country? Others might enjoy the solitude that comes with long hours on the road. Countless people have felt attracted to the profession due to what they’ve heard about generous compensation. But you might be wondering: which truck drivers make the most money? Today, we’ll explain the factors that impact the compensation of truck drivers.
Have you ever wondered which truck drivers make the most money? Today, we’ll explain the factors that impact the compensation of truckers.
Are you considering a career as a truck driver? If so, we need to be up-front about one thing: it isn’t for everyone. While no one would tell you trucking is easy, there are a few challenges to the lifestyle that you just can’t understand until you’ve experienced them for yourself. Today, we will explain some of the qualities you need to have to be the most successful as a truck driver.
Not everyone is cut out to be a truck driver. Here are some qualities you’ll need to be successful.
Whether you’re in the Baltimore area or elsewhere, this year the country has seen an unusual amount of snowy weather. As a truck driver, getting your cargo from one location to another should actually only be your secondary concern. What’s more important is preserving your safety and that of others with whom you share the roads. Here are some safety tips for truck driving on icy roads that you should keep in mind as we await winter’s end.
While we wait for winter to end, let’s keep these safety tips in mind as we drive on icy roads.
It’s not hard to see why so many people choose to become truck drivers. The profession has some undeniable benefits, including the travel and compensation. But if you’ve recently started trucking, it may take you some time to learn the rules of the road. Here at Baltimore Freightliner, we’d like to make this easier for you by highlighting a few of the most common mistakes that new truck drivers make.
If you’ve recently started truck driving, it might take you some time to get up to speed. Here are the top mistakes new truck drivers make.
If you’ve selected a career as a truck driver, you will in all likelihood have to spend a fair bit of time at the loading dock. This won’t make up the bulk of your hours on the job, but sometimes it will feel like it. It isn’t the most glamorous part of truck driving either, and it can take some time to learn how to load as efficiently as possible. Here are some tips for how to handle your time at the loading dock.
Navigating the loading dock can be stressful. Here are some pointers to get you started!
Are you considering becoming a truck driver? If so, you’re in luck. The profession can be extremely lucrative, and demand for truck drivers is unlikely to decrease in coming years. But you probably have quite a few questions about the trucking lifestyle. After all, truck drivers seem to lead such different lives from those in traditional 9-to-5 jobs. Today, we’d like to answer a few frequently asked questions about the trucking lifestyle.
Today, we’d like to answer a few frequently asked questions about the trucking lifestyle.
Purchasing a new truck is difficult enough. Getting a used one can be even harder. There are far more things you have to keep in mind when purchasing any kind of used vehicle, and especially a semi-truck. When you visit your local used truck dealer, you should ask as many questions as you can to ensure you’re making the right decision. Here are a few questions you should be sure to ask.
Purchasing a new truck is difficult enough. Getting a used one can be even harder. Here are some questions to ask your used truck dealer.
Can an aftermarket part void the car’s warranty? It could be in your best interest to find out. In fact, there is nothing more important than understanding the nuances associated with your vehicle’s warranty particularly when looking at any aftermarket parts. The reality is, car owners who are looking to save some money on car maintenance and auto parts may want to consider the importance of their warranty. Ultimately, knowing whether aftermarket parts void your warranty can truly make all the difference. Here are a few key things to understand before you decide to invest in an aftermarket part for your car.
Can an aftermarket part void your truck’s warranty? Here’s how you find out.
Baltimore Freightliner-Western Star is an award-winning, authorized dealer for new and used medium-duty and heavy-duty Freightliner and Western Star trucks and Sprinter Vans. We also provide expert service repair for Detroit Diesel, Cummins, Caterpillar, and Mercedes-Benz engines.
