Ebola and Trucking: Transportation of Contaminated Items
Ebola is the probably most concerning issue in our country right now… or at least the most trending issue. There’s tons of concern that hospitals were not well-prepared beforehand to deal with Ebola-stricken patients. This is why we saw now 2 nurses from Dallas that are infected with the disease. Ebola is spread through bodily fluids (blood or vomit, for example) and is still infectious for several days after contact. With...
Drivers in Cinema: Famous Trucker Movies
Hollywood has a pretty skewed portrayal of trucking. However, as close or far from reality truck-drivers appear on the big-screen, it’s always a delight to see our profession in the media. After all, truckers are everywhere! So grab some popcorn and fire up the Netflix… BLACK DOG (1998) Patrick Swayze (RIP) plays an ex-con who takes a truck driving gig across country. Little does he know, his load is hauling more than he...
5 Things I Learned at GATS
Last week I attended my first ever annual Great American Trucking Show (GATS) in Dallas, Texas. I had an absolutely amazing time in the “Big D.” Heck, I had a great time in Texas altogether. I’m pretty sure I ate steak for every meal while I was in town…but I digress. Anyway, attending the show was a great way to really learn about the culture of the trucking industry, even more than I knew before. Here’s...
The “Dancing Trucker”: John Drury’s Inspiring Story
Last week, one of the crew at AllTruckJobs got the opportunity to have an impromptu video chat with the famous “Dancing Trucker.” John Drury, has lost nearly 100 lbs since he began his innovative workout routine in 2011. Drury, a Cincinnati truck driver, is the last person you’d typically expect to see at the local Zumba class. But behind John’s tall stature and rugged demeanor, lives the heart of a wildly...
Coming to GATS: “High-5 and Show Your Pride” Campaign
The Great American Trucking Show (GATS) is right around the corner, kicking into gear this upcoming Thursday, August 21st in Dallas, TX. GATS visitors will be able to explore the booths and meet hundreds of notable companies, drivers, contributors, supporters, and more in the truck driving industry. While being a part of the action, you could also help out a great cause! Trucking Moves America Forward (TMAF) was launched about six...