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From gamers to truck technicians There is a shortage of workers not only among truck drivers but truck technicians too. That's why ATA's Technology & Maintenance Council is always looking for new ideas to attract young people to this profession. In collaboration with Design Interactive, they are working on a smart device game app for middle…

Reading articles that there is a constant shortage of truckers may seem like finding a good job will not be difficult. But whether you are a company truck driver or an owner-operator, finding a high paying job can be a real challenge. And sometimes it's not enough to have a CDL A license, years of…

Shell Rotella SuperRigs Winners This year the truck beauty contest - the 38th Annual Shell Rotella SuperRigs - was virtual. First and second places were taken by a 2016 and 2010 models Peterbilt 389. You can find the winners' photos in this post.  New Freightliner, International, Kenworth, Peterbilt, and other heavy-duty models  Better fuel economy, advanced active safety systems,…

Every truck driver knows that driving during the winter season can be dangerous. But fall weather can be tricky too. Rain and fog, less daylight, and wet fallen leaves pose hazardous driving conditions. Here are several tips to stay safe driving during the fall season. Be Aware Of Leaves Fallen red and yellow leaves are beautiful, but…

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week 2020 is a really difficult year, especially for truck drivers. They have to keep going no matter the pandemic and health risks. That's why the American Trucking Associations and Peterson Manufacturing Company decided to award 10 professional truck drivers in honor of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. The awardees will be…

Truck driver life can be really lonely. You spend days, or even weeks, on the road without your family and friends. And, of course, this affects the relationship with your soul mate. Long-distance relationships, rare communication, quarrels, understatement can destroy even the strongest relationships. So there are several tips on how to save the most…

Vote guide for truck drivers Do you want to vote, but will most likely be on the road at this time? There are several solutions to the problem: you can vote early or absentee. Everything depends on the state. And some voting rules were changed because of uncertainty around COVID-19. Read more about voting procedures here…