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15
Oct
How Do Truck Drivers Impact the Economy?
You’ve probably seen the bumper sticker from time to time: “Without Trucks, America Stops.” These words reflect an important reality too few people recognize: the impact of the trucking industry upon the American economy and the daily lives of millions of Americans is impossible to overstate. Without trucks and truckers to drive them, America really does stop. (more…)
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26
Sep
How to Choose the Best Truck Stop
For the long-haul truck driver, spending days and weeks away from home is part of the job. Because you might be away from certain comforts that are found at home, the truck stops that drivers choose to visit become very important. Even though they can never replace the comforts of your house, the best truck stops offer services and conveniences that help hold drivers over until their next trip to home base.
So how do you decide which truck stops are the best and worth your time? We at America Truck Driving School have put together a list of tips to help you choose where your next stop will be. (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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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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