We all love hearing about new trucking products! Here are a few that are especially great.
We all love hearing about improvements to trucking technology. New trucking products help to improve the trucking experience and can improve the performance and longevity of trucks and other vehicles. Here are a few new trucking products that have been released this year. Read the rest of this entry »
With just a few personal elements, you’ll be riding in style when you make your truck’s cab a home away from home
Instead of working at a desk from 9-5, surrounded by picture frames full of your accomplishments and family vacations, you work from your cab (definitely not only 9-5!). While there are so many advantages to hitting the open road for your job, not feeling like you are truly at home can make nights sleeping in your cab less than pleasant. By adding some personal elements to your cab, you can transform your vehicle into your home away from home. Read the rest of this entry »
With some persistence a practice, you’ll get your trucking career started in no time!
Truck drivers are an irreplaceable part of the shipping industry. These hard workers make sure that important and valuable goods and raw materials reach the right retail locations, distribution centers, warehouses, and front doors each and every day. Driving truck appeals to many who seek a steady source of income and sense of freedom and enjoy driving on the open road. There is, however, a lot that beginner truck drivers need to learn. Take a look at these handy tips to help new drivers get acclimated to the demands of the job. Read the rest of this entry »
CB radios are still extremely useful in the trucking industry.
CB Radio, or Citizen’s band radio, peaked in popularity in the late 1970’s. Though it does not have the same presence today that it did then, it is still around, and it is still useful in certain instances. It offers numerous benefits to truckers. To learn more about CB Radio and all that it can offer you and your fleet, read on. Read the rest of this entry »
Apps like Uber and Lyft are part of the sharing economy.
While there has been a lot of talk about the “Uberization” of trucking and tons of venture capital invested into startups which aim to provide affordable and convenient same day deliveries, you can be assured that the sharing economy won’t drastically alter freight hauling immediately, and Fedex and UPS are not disappearing anytime soon. However, Amazon will continue to affect the freight hauling business and things are expected to change. Here’s how: Read the rest of this entry »
Do you have the bad habit of using your phone when you’re not supposed to? Try these apps to minimize your distracted driving and become a better driver!
Do you have the bad habit of checking your smartphone when you’re driving? It is often smartphones that lead to distracted driving, but a few smartphone apps aim to do just the opposite. These apps are designed to get drivers to focus less on their phones and more on the road. These apps will help you to develop safer driving habits. Plus, if you have a daughter or son who is constantly glued to their phones, you can give these apps a try to pass on safe driving habits to them. Read the rest of this entry »
Diesel prices finally drop, which is good news for truckers!
Good news for truckers and trucking companies! Diesel prices fell slightly last week after weeks and weeks of consistent increases in the United States. This information comes from the Energy Department. Read the rest of this entry »
Better maintained tires afford for better fuel economy and fewer accidents.
Tire replacement can be an expensive ordeal. As a trucker it’s imperative to make sure your tires are well maintained. Better maintained tires can also mean a better fuel economy and a reduced chance of roadside emergencies and downtime. Read the rest of this entry »
Don’t get your Dad a conventional gift. Invest in these gifts that are perfect for all types of truckers.
When Dad spends most of his time on the road, it can be difficult to find him a thoughtful and practical Father’s Day gift that won’t get shoved to the back of the closet or left on the kitchen counter. Instead of searching for a traditional Father’s Day gift, look through these unconventional gift ideas suggested by real truckers to find the perfect gift to make your Dad’s cab a little more comfortable. Read the rest of this entry »
The marketplace is changing for trucks.
Over the last several years, you’ve probably noticed a large shift in the market for highway trucks.
The reason for this is vertical integration. For fuel efficiency to improve, engine builders and truck manufacturers have been designing proprietary configurations for the engine drivetrain. Today, we wanted to take a deeper look at how the highway truck industry has transformed. Read the rest of this entry »