Feed Your Inner Beast: The Best Gas Station Snacks
Uh oh! You’re driving and suddenly you feel that familiar pull in your stomach, the craving for a…snack! But what kind of snack are you really feeling? Are you look for something that makes you feel like a health guru or something to please your junk food cravings? Lucky for you, we know a few snacks that can fulfill both sides. So, read on for a few of the best gas station snacks that you can buy at your next stop! Six of the Best...
Sun Protection Tips for Truck Drivers
Part of being a truck driver is understanding the risks of the job. As you probably know, truckers must constantly be aware of other drivers, road obstructions, traffic signals, and weather patterns while driving. But there’s one major risk you may not be aware of, and that’s the threat of truck driver sun damage. So, we’ve compiled a list of sun protection tips for truck drivers to help you protect yourself on the road! Signs of Sun...
Healthy Snacks to Eat on the Road
We know it’s tough to be cautious about your health and diet on the road. With limited time, space, and options, it’s no wonder many truckers will resort to fast food and energy drinks for sustenance on the road. Fitness is an incredibly important aspect trucking, so it’s important that you’re watching what you eat. Unfortunately, unhealthy eating on the road can have drastic consequences. Studies have shown that almost...
The Trucker’s Guide to Foot Pain from Driving
So, you’ve been driving for miles and miles, humming along and listening to your music. Then suddenly, or maybe it wasn’t so suddenly but gradually, your foot starts to throb. Now you can’t drive without being in pain and it’s frustrating! Don’t worry, it’s very common for truckers to deal with annoying foot pain from driving, but that doesn’t mean you have to live with it! Below, we’ll be running you through a quick...
How to Avoid Highway Hypnosis and Stay Focused
Have you ever looked down at your speedometer and wondered where the last 100 miles went? Well, you are not alone. Highway hypnosis, or white line fever, is a common problem for people across the world. This is especially true for long-distance drivers. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that 1 in 25 adult drivers have fallen asleep at the wheel in the last month. Luckily, there are many ways that you can...
Trucking Layover vs. Detention Pay | What’s the Difference?
Are you familiar with a trucking layover? What about trucking detention? Layovers and detention are common occurrences in truck driving. It’s important that, as a driver, you are familiar with pay rates of layovers and detention. You should also know how best to avoid them. We’ve detailed the key differences between a trucking layover and detention and other important information below! Trucking Layover and Detention...