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31
Oct
3 Things to Know About Commercial Truck Mirrors
We’ve all seen the sticker on the back of a big rig: “If you can’t see my mirrors, I can’t see you.” We’ve probably seen it more times than we can count, and for good reason. Mirrors on trucks are the extra set of eyes truck drivers need to keep themselves and the other drivers on the road safe.
Driving the biggest, most powerful—and therefore most potentially destructive—vehicle on the road brings with it an immense responsibility. At America Truck Driving School, we teach safety as being every truck driver’s first and most crucial responsibility, which is why truck drivers must take great care in choosing and maintaining their mirrors. Here are three things to know about choosing mirrors for your commercial truck. (more…)
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18
Sep
Top 5 Traits of a Great Truck Driver
We all want to be good at what we do, and we all want to carry the satisfaction that comes from knowing we’ve succeeded in our work. In the truck driving field, doing your best to be a good truck driver pays off in the long run. So, what does it take to be a great truck driver? We at America Truck Driving School have put together a list of the top traits all great truck drivers embody. (more…)
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23
Aug
The Do’s and Don’ts of Keeping Your CDL Valid
In many ways, your commercial driver’s license (CDL) is the backbone of your truck driving career. While there are several facets to the trucking profession and many aspects of the job that go beyond driving, without your CDL, you won’t be able to get your foot in the door of the trucking industry. And if you let your CDL expire, you lose the foothold you worked hard to secure. That’s why we at America Truck Driving School have put together the do’s and don’ts to make sure your CDL stays valid. (more…)
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13
Aug
Truck Driver Job Hunt: Frequently Asked Interview Questions
The classes, the training, the hours behind the wheel. All the hard work you put in leads to this one crucial moment: the job interview. After all, the job, the steady income, the ability to provide for your family: this is what you’ve worked for, and the job interview is the last remaining hurdle before you can officially step into your new career. It’s vital to prepare in advance and know ahead of time how you will answer the most common interview questions, which is why we’ve outlined a few of the most common interview questions for truck drivers. Take a look! (more…)
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26
Jul
Staying Energized on the Road: Drinks to Fuel You
For truck drivers, long drives sort of come with the job description. And as we all know, sleeping and driving are a terrible combination, not just for you but for others on the road as well. When safety comes first — as it always must for a truck driver — it becomes important to think of ways to stay energized and awake as you put in long hours behind the wheel. Read on to find out our best recommendations. (more…)
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