Trucking Company Closes | Now What?!
It can be a trucker’s worst nightmare. You’re traveling down the road, with your next load in tow. As you’re approaching your loading dock you get a text, email, or notification on your ELD. It’s your boss letting you know that the trucking company you work for is shutting their doors. In a few short sentences, you’ve just been told to abandon your rig at the nearest company location and that your last check will be in the mail within...
Reads For the Road | Truck Driver Books
I like to consider myself a bit of a bibliophile. No, that isn’t some strange disorder or phobia, it just means I really like to read books. We’ve talked about the variety of hobbies you can have on the road. Whether it’s YouTubing, exercising, or listening to podcasts, there are plenty of things you can do in your free time. However, I want to talk about my personal favorite, reading. There’s nothing like settling down with a good...
Trucker’s Holiday Gift Guide
With the holidays rapidly approaching, it’s time to think of that special someone. They travel far and wide making special deliveries to eager customers. They work through the night in some cases, making sure everyone is satisfied. No, I’m not talking about good ol’ St. Nick, I’m talking around that special big rig buddy you have in your life. We’re here to help you give back to that trucking family member or loved one with these...
On-the-Road Hobbies for Truck Drivers
Truck driving can be one of the most monotonous jobs out there. And for some, staying entertained during a typical 12-14 hour driving shift can be a hard task. Finding hobbies isn’t always the easiest thing to do either when you have your hands at 10 and 2 for the better part of the day. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. Here are a couple of hobbies for truck drivers to do while on the road to keep themselves sane. Hobbies for...
Truck Maintenance Checklist: 5 Tips to Avoid a Breakdown
Let’s face it – there is nothing worse than being stuck on the side of a busy highway waiting for roadside assistance because something went wrong with your rig. Experiencing a breakdown is especially frustrating in the summertime when it is really hot outside. But, it’s also not fun to be stuck out in the cold. Really, there is no ideal time for a breakdown, especially when you’re on a deadline. Not only is a truck...