Mobile Apps for Truck Drivers
Living life on the road can be taxing, especially for those just starting out in the trucking industry. However, in today’s digital world, there are tons of mobile apps for truck drivers that could make life on the road just a little bit simpler. Whether it’s a weather app, or an app to track gas prices, there is something out there for every single one of your trucking needs! Here are some of our favorite mobile apps for...
Daylight Savings Time for Truckers
It’s that time of year again. You know, the second week of March where we all lose an hour sleep on Monday morning? So much for springing forward… it feels more like stumbling forward to me. As you probably know, Daylight Savings Time (DST) takes a huge toll on truck drivers because many of them are working when the clocks change. There are other ways that this change can affect you as a driver, so continue reading for our guide...
5 Tips for How to Quit Smoking While Driving
Smoking is often used as a stress reliever, especially for truck drivers who are on the road constantly. Deciding when and how to quit smoking while driving can be extremely difficult. Often, it doesn’t even seem like an option, but have no fear! There are absolutely ways that you too can quit smoking. While there are many ways to quit smoking, we have compiled a list of five tips for how to quit smoking while driving. Browse trucking...
Trucker Talk: Do You Drive Truck or Are You a Truck Driver?
Before I start my trucker talk rant, I want to preface the entire blog post by introducing myself. My name is Lenay, and I am a writer and podcast co-host here at AllTruckJobs. I was born and raised in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. For those of you not familiar with this little corner of the world, let me fill you in. First of all, Lancaster is notorious for having a large Plain community (but no, I’m not Amish), hearty Pennsylvania...
Truck Driving in Snow: Driving Safety Tips
When the winter chill descends and carpets the roads with its white frosty blanket, truck drivers face an entirely different beast on their usual routes. The snow-covered landscape covers the tricky situations that can occur while truck driving in snow. Professional truck drivers who spend long hours navigating the nation’s highways must be uniquely prepared to handle the challenges of winter driving safely and effectively. Here are a...
Six Tips to Prevent Cargo Theft on the Road
You arrive at your final delivery after a long drive. You’re ready to get unloaded and head on home. But suddenly, everything goes wrong. It turns out that many of the boxes that were in your truck are not there anymore. How can this be, when you haven’t opened the truck since you picked up? You think back to the long night of driving, the short break you took at a truck stop to eat dinner, drink coffee, and chat for a...