Trucking with a Pet | Furry Friends on the Road
Life on the road can be lonely when you have your sights on yellow lines and a truck stop meal three hours away. But, what if I were to tell you that your beloved pooch could sit in as your trusted travel companion during those long drives across state lines? Say, “Adios!” to the days admiring your fiery pooch and majestic feline through a photograph clipped to your visor, and say, “Hello!” to sloppy...
Best Roadside Attractions for Truckers
“Life is a journey, not a destination”. Truck drivers spent much of their time going on journeys around the country. As exciting as this may seem, sometimes the views from your trailer can get a little dull. Luckily, there are ways to break up the endless stream of white lines, stop signs, and tail lights. There are many unique and beautiful sites that conveniently located close to major U.S. highways. Whether you’re...
Safety Tips for New Truck Drivers
Are you new to the trucking industry? Are you worried about how your first few trips will go? Well, we’ve got you covered. AllTruckJobs paired up with Carlisle Carrier Corp to help new drivers feel at ease when they hit the road. Being nervous is normal, but as long as you follow these 10 safety tips for new truck drivers, you’ll be driving like a pro in no time. Safety Tips for New Truck Drivers 1. Pay Attention to Parking Figuring...
Do You Know How to Save Fuel in a Truck? | Five Tips!
Do you know how to save fuel in a truck? With gas prices on the rise, everyone wants to find ways to save a few extra bucks. Well, you can actually save on fuel costs by driving more efficiently. Although driving a big rig is much different than driving a four-wheeler, the basic principles are the same when it comes to efficient driving. Think about it. We’ve all seen those drivers on the highway who are speeding up and slowing down...
Benefits of a CB Radio App
CB Radios have been around for decades, first originating in 1945 and designed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). CB or citizens band radio reached a peak in the 1970s when pop culture romanticized the cheap form of communication. The CB radio has had many uses over the years from survivalists to off-roading and beyond. It still remains a useful tool to this day in many industries. Despite the easy accessibility of...
How to Stay Healthy and Pass The DOT Physical
Life on the road can be hard. It can be lonely, boring, and taxing on a truck driver’s mind. It can also be a challenge for drivers to stay physically healthy. In order to monitor driver health, the Department of Transportation (DOT) issues periodic physicals. DOT cards were once valid for about two years, but as driver health has decreased they are being tested more often. In an interview with The Journal Times, Dr. Lynn...