Super Female Truckers | Storm vs. Wonder Woman
In a segment from our 6th episode of Big Rig Banter, a trucking podcast covering industry topics and news, we couldn’t help but pose a question on all of our minds: Who would make a better commercial driver when it came to Wonder Woman vs. Storm from X-men? With the industry being largely dominated by men, we wanted to highlight the fact that there are many real-life trucking-heroines hitting the road every day! Considering that only...
Lease Purchase Programs and Jobs Overview
Have you always wanted to own your own rig, but the financial aspect of the endeavor gets in the way? Luckily, lease purchase programs or rent-to-own rig might be exactly what you’re looking for. Not only does this allow you to ease yourself into becoming an owner-operator, but it’s also less of a financial commitment so you don’t have to worry about paying for a rig that you can’t afford. A lease purchase job is a great way for you...
Common Truck Driver Health Concerns
You sit for long hours every day. You’re probably snacking while you’re on the road and drinking caffeine to stay awake. Then, there are all of those signs for your favorite fast food restaurants blurring along the side of the highway. Let’s face it, staying healthy as a truck driver is a struggle. However, it’s important to try because there are many common truck driver health concerns you should be aware of. Six Common Truck Driver...
4 Tips to Reduce Stress When On The Road
Stress follows everyone, especially truck drivers. When you are on the road for over 10 hours every day, it’s no surprise that you experience stress. As a truck driver, your source of stress could stem from anything road related such as traffic jams, rude drivers, or difficult weather. However, being away from your loved ones can also cause stress with relationships. It is important to identify when you are experiencing stress,...
Vision Requirements for CDL Drivers
As just about anyone in the industry will tell you, commercial driving is a job that demands the utmost precision, safety, and continued awareness of your surroundings in order to be successful. Most are aware of the fact that trucking across the country is a profession12 depending on people with a high capacity for physical and mental endurance. With all sorts of regulations and health standards, commercial drivers need to meet...