11 Essential Apps for Truckers
Being a truck driver is not just about hitting the open road and enjoying the journey. It also involves managing logistics, staying in touch with loved ones, and finding the best routes. With the right apps at your fingertips, life on the road can become much easier and more efficient. In this blog, we’ll introduce you to some must-have trucking apps that every trucker should consider downloading. Let’s explore how these...
Best Navigation App for Truckers: The Top 3 Contenders
For many truck drivers, the GPS built into smart phones just won’t cut it. Truckers have unique needs, and google maps doesn’t offer any features that accommodate that. Sure, you could splurge and purchase an expensive Garmin. But why waste the money when there are plenty of free navigation apps out there. The most essential part of your job is delivering your load safely and efficiently. So, what is the best navigation app for...
How to Use a Load Board | Advice and Best Practice
You’ve probably heard about load boards, and if you haven’t, take a load off and let’s hit the broad basics. Load boards shouldn’t send your engines into Maximum Overdrive, Emilio. Knowing how to use a load board can drive profits and lower your stress. If you know how to use a load board properly, finding loads or carriers just got a whole lot easier. How to Use a Load Board in 3 steps In our latest episode of BigRigBanter, we dive...
10-4 Tips | CB Radio Etiquette for Truckers
They’re not just glorified walky-talkies. In fact, The Citizens Band Radio Service (CB) is arguably one of the most important pieces of equipment in your cab. Essentially, this is your main line of communication with other truckers on the road. We know that the trucking community is a close-knit group and that truckers generally watch out for each other. CB radio is a great way to do just that. Whether there’s an accident on the road...
Trucking Industry Outlook 2020: What to Look For
As the year comes to a close, it is only natural to look forward to the future. The trucking trends of 2019 are coming to an end. It’ll be a new year, new you, and some new trucking trends which you can expect to see in 2020. These trends have to do with not only logistics but also technology. So, without further ado, here is your trucking industry outlook 2020 edition! Be sure to check out the podcast at the end of this article!...