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What can you do while driving a truck?

What can you do while driving a truck?

It may be thrilling and difficult to live on the open road, especially for new truck drivers who are trying out long-distance driving. While the buzz of the engine and the unending horizon still have ...

Oct 3, 20233 min read
What is the best motor oil to use for a truck, and why?

What is the best motor oil to use for a truck, and why?

It's a trucker's symphony, with your truck's engine playing the lead role, with the buzz of the engine and the broad road extending out in front of you. But what maintains the engine's smooth operatio...

Oct 3, 20233 min read
 How much have diesel prices jumped in the US in 2023?

How much have diesel prices jumped in the US in 2023?

Diesel costs are one aspect of the trucking industry's dynamic environment that continuously keeps drivers and fleet owners on their toes. This article will take you on an exciting voyage through the ...

Oct 2, 20233 min read
What is the most paid and best state in the USA for truck driver?

What is the most paid and best state in the USA for truck driver?

The United States presents a wide range of options for truck drivers with its extensive network of highways and limitless horizons. However, not every state offers the same opportunities for a success...

Oct 2, 20233 min read
Freight Brokers vs Dispatchers - What is the difference

Freight Brokers vs Dispatchers - What is the difference

Freight brokers and dispatchers are two very important jobs in the world of logistics and transportation. But how are they different? Let's look at the differences between these jobs and how they are ...

Oct 1, 20234 min read
Why a Profit Plan Is a Necessity for Owner-Operators?

Why a Profit Plan Is a Necessity for Owner-Operators?

There are possibilities and difficulties along the path to success for owner-operators in the trucking sector. Being your boss certainly has its benefits in terms of independence and autonomy, but fig...

Oct 1, 20233 min read
Cargo Heists in America: A Thrilling Look at Frequency and Tactics

Cargo Heists in America: A Thrilling Look at Frequency and Tactics

Cargo theft may appear like a plot from an exciting Hollywood drama when it occurs over the great expanse of American roadways. Contrary to popular belief, audacious heists involving stolen cargo actu...

Oct 1, 20233 min read
What Should You Keep in Your Truck in the Winter to Stay Warm?

What Should You Keep in Your Truck in the Winter to Stay Warm?

Truck drivers may experience difficulties during the winter. Even the most seasoned trucker may shudder due to the chilly winds, snow-covered roads, and freezing temperatures. But don't worry! On the ...

Oct 1, 20233 min read
What apps do truck drivers need on their smartphones?

What apps do truck drivers need on their smartphones?

The broad road spreads out in front of you, a world of limitless opportunities and locations just waiting to be discovered. Your smartphone serves as more than just a means of communication for truck ...

Sep 30, 20233 min read
What do truck drivers use most often to navigate?

What do truck drivers use most often to navigate?

The open road beckons in the technological age with the promise of exploration, independence, and adventure. It's now simpler and more interesting than ever to get from point A to point B, whether you...

Sep 30, 20234 min read
How to cope with stress if you are a truck driver

How to cope with stress if you are a truck driver

Even though it's frequently considered a routine task, driving may be a tough and stressful profession. Long hours, heavy traffic, erratic weather, and interacting with different road users can all be...

Sep 30, 20234 min read
Autonomous trucks in the industry

Autonomous trucks in the industry

As the proprietor of a successful logistics business, I've always thought that innovation is the force behind the advancement of our sector. And today, no breakthrough is more revolutionary and signif...

Sep 29, 20233 min read