What is the Best Freight to Haul?
Not all freight is created equal, so it’s important to understand what makes each type of freight unique. Even more important, though, is understanding what you’re looking for in your truck driving career — which will guide your freight decision. You want to find the best freight to haul while you’re on the road. In other words. . . What is the best freight to haul? The best freight to haul is the type of freight that works best...
The Story of Sikh Truckers and Diversity on America’s Highway
For a long time, and maybe in some cases still, Americans painted a perfect, stereotypical picture of what a truck driver looks like. Male. White. Patriotic. However, everyone can agree that is no longer the majority demographic of the trucking industry in America. Now, more than ever, we’re seeing diversity in trucking. Younger generations and different demographics of people are embracing this career more than ever before. Women,...
How to Make Easy Money with Company Sponsored CDL Training
Many people who are interested in getting their CDL are intimidated by the cost of CDL training programs. There are several CDL training programs in the U.S. with different levels of financial assistance. However, many programs (including some of the top programs) are still expensive. Luckily, there is a cheaper way to obtain your CDL. Look for trucking companies that train. These training programs are designed to help trucking...
The Factors of Pay: How Much Do Truck Drivers Make?
Making money plays a big role in selecting a job. That’s a given. But for truck drivers, the amount of money that they make can be affected by several different factors. These factors can range from the region that the driver lives in, to the type of freight they are driving, to their years of experience. So, how much do truck drivers make? That’s the question that we’ll discuss below! The Average Salaries of the Industry With such a...
Be in The Know About CDL Drug Tests
You may have heard some talk about CDL drug tests on your journey to becoming a driver. Some of what you have heard may be true, but some of what you’ve heard may not. The Department of Transportation and FMCSA have strict drug policies that companies carry out for all of their employees. The biggest question that drivers have about drug tests is what happens if you fail? We’re going to answer this question and more so you can...
Making More Money with Truck Driver Per Diem
You may be a new driver who has never heard of per diem. Or, you might be a veteran driver who has never fully known what it means. This is totally normal! Truck driver per diem is a confusing and seldom explained concept. Especially with ever-changing laws, it’s hard to keep up with per diem regulations. However, it is important to know what per diem is in order to receive as much money as possible for your work as a trucker. We’ve...