Earning your commercial driver’s license (CDL) gives you the opportunity to begin a rewarding career in the trucking industry. After completing the process, you hopefully feel a sense of accomplishment and are excited for this new chapter in your life. At the same time, you
The future of trucking may look very different from what it is today. Changes to expect in the future of the trucking industry are: AUTOMATED ASSISTANCE FOR DRIVERS While there are some driverless vehicles being tested, it’s still unlikely that the near future will involve
Life as a truck driver can be intense, but if you’re up for the challenge, it can also be incredibly rewarding. After you’ve gotten your CDL and lined up a job, you’ll quickly learn how important it is to manage your time. Staying in shape
Trucking offers a unique opportunity to see and explore the country while earning competitive pay. When you’re a truck driver, America’s splendors are your office view. That being said, being a trucker isn’t quite like a road trip. Hauling freight is a serious responsibility, and
Safety is essential in any industry. When it comes to trucking, it’s important for drivers and employers to exercise caution since there are such large vehicles involved. One requirement for staying safe on the road is staying drug-free and alcohol-free behind the wheel. The Federal
When trying to figure your future truck driving occupation, you should be looking into the benefits of the job role and the industry. If you are the type of person that loves to travel to new places, earn a large paycheck, and have the flexibility
As the business year continues and another busy season begins, drivers everywhere continue their hard work–and employers, coworkers, and consumers alike struggle to find ways to show their appreciation. Below you’ll find a list of different suggestions on ways to show driver appreciation year-round, even
The country runs on big rigs. Without an army of truckers working across the country every day, food wouldn’t reach supermarkets, medicine wouldn’t reach hospitals, and online shoppers wouldn’t get their purchases. Although there is always a high demand for qualified drivers in this industry,
There is still room for plenty of new drivers in the trucking industry, and if you have your CDL and experience at a trucking school, you could be one of them. New drivers need to take the place of the previous generation and learn to
Semi-trucks keep the US economy moving and are responsible for transporting 71.8% of our nation’s freight. The trucking industry has evolved over the decades and larger shifts have influenced this evolution. In turn, truck driving has played a role in many historical events. Here is