Two Biggest Threats for Truckers – Tiredness and DUI
A big rig is a lethal weapon when a driver gets behind the wheel with a blood alcohol level over the limit of 0.02 percent. They are just as deadly when someone is behind...
How to Make Trucking More Cost Effective
Whether you drive a truck for business or pleasure, cutting your costs will revolve around two key areas. One being the maintenance of your car and the other seeing how fuel efficient you are....
Winter Weather Driving Tips for Truck Drivers
Driving a semi alone is already dangerous. When you add a little snow, ice and any other winter elements you may have to deal with, your safety is on a whole new level.
Winter weather...
Trucking Against Back Pain
Trucking takes it toll on all parts of a trucker’s body. Truckers spend endless hours sitting down with long stretches of rough road rumbling beneath them. Exhaustion and necessity lead to slouching posture, which...
ATA In Favor Of Suspended 34 Hour Restart Rule
Leading executives of the American Trucking Associations (ATA) late Thursday applauded the Senate Appropriations Committee for voting to suspend the current 34-hour restart provision of the hours of service regulations.
In a 21-9 vote, the...
Trucking Industry Fighting To Quiet Rest Rules
The trucking industry has been hit hard by the media this week after a Walmart truck driver hit Tracy Morgan's limo bus. The truck driver had not slept in over 24 hours and now...
Transportation Truck Driving: More than a Job; a Lifestyle
There is no doubt about the fact that driving a truck is indeed really tough. In fact, according to CareerCast.com, it is one of the top 10 toughest jobs in the United States. It wouldn’t...
Coercion Definition And Rule | Driver Coercion
What does coercion mean? Who does coercion apply to? Let's define coercion.
Coercion definition: the practice of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats.
Coercion can apply to many things. It's the practice of...
Choosing Your Fuel Stops: How To Effectively Plan Your Route
Choosing Fuel Stops
Choosing fuel stops is a very important aspect of truck driving. Perhaps the most important part of being a good truck driver, apart from driving safely, is to be able to reach...
When You Suspect Something May Be Wrong with Your Tires
There are a lot of things that go into making sure that your transport is running at peak efficiency. Oil changes, new brake pads, tire rotation, new air filter, and regular tune-ups to name a...