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02
Aug
Essential Truck Driving Practices for Optimal Performance
Driving a long-haul truck presents unique challenges compared to operating a passenger vehicle. The demands placed on these massive machines mean that certain driving habits can significantly affect their performance and operational costs. Whether you’re a novice or an experienced trucker, here are seven critical practices to ensure your truck runs efficiently. (more…)
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17
Apr
Stretches and Exercises to Keep Your Body Healthy on the Road
One of the biggest concerns for commercial truck drivers—especially those regularly on long haul routes—is staying limber. It is very tough on the body to sit in the cab all day. Your body gets stiff. Your back and joints can get sore. Your muscles can become atrophied from lack of movement. Repetitive stress injuries are common in this industry because drivers tend to forget about taking care of their bodies. (more…)
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17
Apr
10 Safety Tips for Truck Drivers
Safety is the top priority in the trucking industry. Yes, you want to get your freight where it needs to go. However, if it doesn’t arrive safely and intact, everyone loses money. More importantly, you need to practice safe driving habits for your own well-being, to protect other drivers on the road, and to avoid damaging your truck, trailer and cargo. You don’t want to risk your own life—or the lives of others—by being a reckless trucker. (more…)
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29
Mar
Truckers: Improve Your Health & Happiness with These Simple Tips
We’re already a quarter of the way through 2024 and most of our New Year’s resolutions are long forgotten. That doesn’t mean it’s too late to make better choices for your personal health and happiness. Being a driver can be a lonely job with long days on the road. It can also take its toll physically, sitting in the cab for hours on end, eating at truck stops and sleeping in your cab. There are some simple steps you can take and better habits you can practice to make life healthier on and off the road. (more…)
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15
Sep
Why Many Veterans Pursue a Truck Driving Career
For many veterans transitioning back to civilian life, finding a job that provides stability and a sense of purpose can be challenging. Fortunately, the trucking industry has emerged as an attractive option for those with military backgrounds. Here’s why truck driving is particularly appealing to veterans: (more…)
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