Working as a Truck Driver

Getting the proper training is essential for any truck driver, but there’s only so much you can learn before you hit the road for real. What things should novice drivers keep in mind as they learn the job? Let these tips for new truckers steer you in the right direction.

One of the best-loved benefits of working as a truck driver is that you’re not stuck sitting behind a desk from 9 to 5 every weekday. The highway is your office, and the views are undoubtedly superior. However, that doesn’t mean you won’t be using a computer at all — you just might be using

The appeal of lease-purchase trucking programs lies in the opportunity for drivers to gradually build equity while gaining valuable experience managing their own business. A lease-purchase agreement can be an excellent stepping stone for drivers who are serious about becoming owner-operators.

If you’re interested in becoming a trucker, you’re probably quite fond of driving. You might daydream about cruising down the highway, admiring the changing landscape, and relishing the fact that your job doesn’t require you to sit behind a desk from 9 to 5. And because we live in a huge, diverse country, you’ll be

Your diet directly affects your attention span, energy levels, general wellness, sleep quality, and more, which means what you eat while on the road can impact your driving. In the short term, you may be able to shake off the effects of an unhealthy diet. However, a consistent failure to fuel your body properly can

Are you considering a career as a truck driver? Trucking is a reliable and growing field, with 260,000 new trucking jobs predicted annually for at least the next decade. In other words, if the independence and freedom of the open road appeals to you, there’s never been a better time to consider changing careers. What

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is the agency responsible for developing and enforcing safety standards and regulations for commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in the United States. The FMCSA’s mission is to reduce motor-carrier-related crashes, injuries, and fatalities. In 2010, the FMCSA launched the Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) program to support this mission. The

In your first few weeks on the job as a semi-truck driver, you’ll learn loads of new things — from important job-related tasks to silly personal preferences, such as your favorite gas station beverages. When it comes to the items you pack and take with you on your daily drives, you’ll likely fine-tune your list

As one year ends, another begins. For many, it’s a reassuring reminder that there’s a bigger picture than the everyday hustle. People often take this time to reflect. After all, in the rush of getting through another busy day, it’s easy to overlook the things that they know and let what was supposed to be

One of the joys of driving semi-trucks for a living is taking to the open road and letting the miles fly by. Listening to your favorite songs, admiring the scenery, and relishing the fact that you’re not stuck behind a desk from 9 to 5 each day, you might not even notice the miles slipping