Sure, you probably already know that being a truck driver can be a dangerous at times. Yes, driving long hours puts you at a higher risk of being in a motor vehicle accident. But did you also..
As is predicted at the end of the holiday season, truckload capacity was very tight for the week ending January 5 and starting on December 31. The increased holiday loads brought about an..
Going into the New Year, you should be aware of the new rule from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) that gives all states permission to extend the length of time for..
As the New Year begins, the question remains on how to fund the much-needed repairs on the nation’s crumbling infrastructure. This also includes the federal interstate highway system, which 25..
The Farmer’s Almanac is predicting that winter 2019 will be “colder-than-normal…from the Continental Divide east through the Appalachians” with teeth-chattering cold expected mid-February...
Driving on snow and ice-covered roads can be treacherous and dangerous for even the most experienced trucker. Not only do you need to be careful with handling your own rig, you need to watch..
Statistics on spot rates in the month of November show general rises across the board for the last week of the month. The spot market loads rose by 54 percent in the week from November 25th to..
Roadside inspections are a fact of life for all truckers. But they are important for ensuring the safety of everyone on the road. However, if you are not prepared for a surprise inspection,..
Now that the holiday season is here, you might be wondering what gifts to purchase for the trucker in your family, trucker friends or truckers who work with or for you. And you might not have a..
