Who doesn’t love saving money on gas? Fuel prices are always something to watch and now is the perfect time to reevaluate your strategy to save money. The addition of a fuel card is a route many truckers take, but you may be asking the question: Are fuel cards worth it? There are other questions… Read more »
As owner operators, carriers are faced with a complicated issue: They must play the roles of both business owners and employees, and somehow do both with enough grace to generate profit. Not only do owner operators manage the books, buy the trucks, and balance the accounts, but they must also keep the rubber on the… Read more »
It was a late Monday night in South Carolina when a driver, who has remained anonymous, chose to park his rig in a secluded gas station. Shortly after he had fallen asleep, he was awakened by two armed men demanding money, one with a gun to his chest. Though this driver wasn’t hurt, the thieves… Read more »
As Chiefs and Eagles players prepare for one of the largest American events of the year, they aren’t the only ones worrying about interferences. Though the Super Bowl brings some of life’s greatest joys—football, wings, and guacamole, that is—it also brings with it some frustrating and dangerous challenges. For truckers, those challenges are especially difficult…. Read more »
We’ve said it again and again… truckers, by nature, are heroes. It takes a special kind of person to work long hours for the good of the country. But occasionally, on the front lines of American highways, truckers have been known to show a unique kind of bravery. In moments of split-decision thinking of heroic… Read more »
We tip our cap to the drivers who have kept trucking through the last several years. Your drive a nation through some tough times. You went the extra mile(s) when we needed you most. Now, things are looking up. Though the industry will continuously evolve, there is strong evidence for good things to come in… Read more »
When it rains on California roads, it pours. If you haven’t heard, the Golden State has been receiving records amounts of rain for the last two weeks. Though the rain has come in moderate volumes, the unrelenting downpour has proven to be “10,000 small cuts” across the state. The flooding can be attributed to the… Read more »
Loneliness is the undisputed, number one reason for poor mental health in truckers. This is a sad and dangerous truth, especially considering loneliness’s very serious medical dangers. There is good news, though: Truckers can carry passengers if they abide by specific regulations outlined by the FMSCA. Consider filling your passenger seat with a companion for… Read more »
Whenever the supply chain is under significant strain, the FMCSA works hard to ensure exemptions are made. The conclusion of 2022 brought about some unique challenges for truckers. The FMCSA issued several exemptions extending into the new year to combat the effects of challenging market conditions. To ensure you are aware of any qualifying exemptions… Read more »
Accidents of any variety can be traumatizing, terrifying, and life-changing. With most semi-trucks clocking at 35,000 pounds with an empty trailer, knowing what to do in a truck accident can be overwhelming. As a trucker, you go to enormous lengths to keep yourself and others safe, but accidents happen in an imperfect world. If you… Read more »
