Low oil prices and forecast for the future Since the start of the pandemic, the average retail price of diesel fuel in the country has fallen by 20%. And it has remained roughly the same range, from $ 2.38 to $ 2.42 per gallon; this is the lowest cost in a decade. But will this continue…
Eating healthy on the road can be challenging. Of course, it is much easier to take a hamburger or hot dog from a fast-food restaurant at a truck stop. Or buy chips and soda from a convenience store. This lifestyle leads to obesity and health problems like heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol. Here are…
Hours of service Q&A What happens if you go over the three hours on the shorter break? Does it go toward your 14 hours? Does my 30-minute break still count against my 14 hours? Do short haulers still get one 16-hour day without taking a two-hour off-duty break? You will find answers to these and a…
People choose careers in the trucking industry because of different reasons. Some are quitting their jobs in offices to get the freedom of open roads and the spirit of adventure. Another - because of good money, quick training, or love for big rigs. And at some point, you are faced with a choice: become an…
The 2020 Influential Women in Trucking award Traditionally, trucking has been considered a male profession. But every year, more and more women connect their lives with this industry. That's why Women in Trucking with Freightliner Trucks created the Influential Women in Trucking Award in 2010. It aims to honor female leaders in trucking and to attract…
Truck drivers always have to deal with deadlines. Especially if they are hauling time-sensitive freights. But for newbie truckers, it can be a real challenge to manage their time. Making the delivery on time is the key to running your business successfully and keeping customers happy! The following are several tips to help you organize…
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…
