Aerodynamics and transporting materials on a flatbed trailer Owner-operator Henry Albert has a flatbed trailer and trailer which is a utility air ride slide axle aluminum steel combo flatbed trailer. So he definitely knows a lot about load securement and fuel economy. In this post, he talked about fuel efficiency and the importance of aerodynamics..
According to Truckinfo, there are 1.2 million trucking companies in the U.S. Therefore, making the right choice when looking for a truck driving job can be a real challenge. And every driver might find himself wondering, ‘Is it better to work for a large or small trucking company?’ Let’s talk about the pros and cons..
CDL school training will become compulsory for newbie drivers How did you learn to drive a truck? Have you attended the CDL training? Or have you been taught by a relative or friend? On Feb. 7, 2022, the new entry-level driver training (ELDT) requirements mandated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) will go..
The trucking industry has been facing a severe shortage of truckers for quite some time. And this problem has worsened even more in the past year. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic risks, many aged drivers have decided to retire. Driving schools could not operate as usual, so the number of new CDL drivers decreased significantly…
The DRIVE-Safe Act: will it become a reality? The DRIVE-Safe Act allows 18- to 20-year-old CDL drivers the ability to operate in interstate commerce. And it was reintroduced in March and has already garnered bipartisan support in the Senate. And given that the trucking industry is constantly suffering from a shortage of drivers, there is..
Are you ready for summer? And what about your big rig? It seems like driving a truck in summer is much easier than in winter. But warm weather brings challenges too. And just as it is important for the driver to protect himself from the sun and stay hydrated, the truck must also be prepared..