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...
Healthy Meal Ideas for Truck Drivers
One of the biggest challenges you face as a truck driver is likely the lack of options when it comes to meals. Given that you don’t have always have grocery stores readily accessible and have limited access to cooking appliances, you may opt for the more convenient, though often unhealthy, fast food options you find on the road. However, with thoughtful planning and the proper equipment, there is no reason you can’t make...
Team Driving vs. Solo Driving: Is it Right For You?
Now that you’ve decided to pursue a career in trucking, it’s time to figure out what type of trucker you want to be. It’s best explained by making a simple sports analogy. There are guys and gals that preferred team sports, whether it be football, basketball, or soccer, while others chose to ride solo, participating in sports like wrestling, tennis, and swimming. Just like your preference in sports, you’ll want to decide whether you...
Batman Vs. Superman | Who’s the Better Trucker?
In a recent segment from our first episode of Big Rig Banter, a trucking podcast covering industry topics and news, we posed the question: Who would make a better commercial driver when it came to Batman vs. Superman? Of course, it’s something that keeps us all up at night, endless hypothetical situations playing over and over in our mind’s eye. But what seems like an obvious comic book pairing is strangely applicable to the trucking...
Reputable Driving Schools | Making the Call
There are a considerable number of driving schools which are found throughout the United States. Although the names of these schools will vary on a state-by-state basis, you’ll need to consider what trucking school or CDL training program will be the best fit for your local area. With so many options, making sure that you find reputable driving schools will involve some research in order to ensure that your investment is worth it. The...
Driving Schools | Choosing Your Future
As with most big life decisions, it’s not always the best move to go with the first opportunity that crosses your path. Although you may be anxious to take the next step in your career as a commercial driver, weighing your options and thinking through the pros and cons will only help — especially when it comes to choosing one of the many driving schools out there. Sure it’s a bit overwhelming to consider how much time and money formal...