When we start job searching as truckers, first of all, we think about local, regional, and OTR trucking job opportunities. But while the trucking industry is constantly complaining about driver shortage, it still can be tricky to find a good job. So there are several not so obvious ways to get hired with high pay. Farm…
How to get more miles per gallon According to the Energy Information Administration’s Summer Fuels Outlook, diesel prices could reach $2.96 a gallon this summer. So it's time to think about the ways to get more miles per gallon. Here you can find several free fuel economy tips. And why it is important to keep the…
Training at CDL school lasts about 4 weeks. Its main goal is to ensure that you successfully pass the CDL exam and obtain your license. Therefore, you learn just basic things about trucking. But getting on the road, you are faced with challenges that the instructors did not prepare you for. And only real-world experience…
Team driving: what to expect A lot of truckers choose team driving because of the better pay. But you should know that it is not for everyone. First of all, because having personal space in the cab of a truck is very important for many drivers. Read about all the pros and cons of team driving…
Class 8 trucks sales increased sharply in March, but will it continue in the future? According to data received from ACT Research, sales of Class 8 trucks increased by a whopping 43.1%: from 15,727 units in February to 22,512 in March. But unfortunately, this situation does not dispel predictions of production slowdowns due to parts shortages,…
How to clean your truck cab properly In the era of a pandemic, disinfecting surfaces has become even more important than before. Especially when you are a driver and spend most of your time in your truck. Bit it can be really expensive to hire somebody to clean the truck cab. Here you can find out…
Getting out on the road with a trainer is one of the biggest fears for every novice truck driver after CDL school graduation. You will have to share a truck, spend a lot of time together, and try to find common ground. On the trucker forums, you're bound to find hundreds of complaints about terrible…
