There are varieties of truck driving jobs in freight shipping. A dedicated job is one of them. But what exactly does it mean? It’s a job type when truck drivers have routes for one company or a specific delivery location. For example, the driver works for Walmart or Whole Foods, so they haul freight regularly..
How do truck drivers stay safe during protests? Have you heard of a case when a truck driver Bogdan Vechirko was injured by protesters in Minnesota several days ago? According to official information, he unintentionally drove into the crowd. He didn’t know that the interstate had been closed. The question is: How can truckers get..
Being an owner-operator and running your own business brings a lot of benefits. You will have more freedom, higher income, and a flexible schedule. That’s why company truck drivers decide to buy their own big rigs and become independent contractors. There are several tips on how to become successful in this career. Have realistic expectations..
Can you use your medicine and be a truck driver? If you have some health problems, like diabetes or heart diseases, you have to take certain medications. But how will it affect your truck driver career? In this post, Dr. Alex Underwood tells about meds that the FMCSA considers potentially or even automatically disqualifying. Trucker’s Tale..
At the beginning of your truck driving career, you are presented with many job options to choose from. But usually, new drivers start with OTR trucking. Such type of work gives you the required experience. But if you have a family and especially kids, it can’t be easy. Several weeks away from home, again and..
Tips on how to reduce idling Do you often leave your truck idling when, for example, you use the restroom or have a snack at a gas station? Of course, it costs you just several bucks, but … Clark Reed, an OTR company driver and trainer for Nussbaum Transportation is sure, “if you watch your..