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Congratulations! You just earned your CDL and became a professional truck driver. Now that you’ve joined the ranks of America’s highway heroes, you’re probably excited. However, there will be a lot of challenges in your first year as a rookie. Plan for Challenging Schedules Since drivers who have been driving for a company for years […]

Every trucker knows not every state is the same when it comes to driving. Some are relatively easy to drive through, while others will have you screaming and slamming your steering wheel in frustration. Whether the problem is distracted driving or people being reckless with their speed, certain states are actually considered more dangerous to […]

Although time seems to enter a different dimension when you embark on long journeys down the highway, there are definitely a few things that one can do while driving in order to help pass the time. Although we’re sure you’ve figured out a few on your own, below are some great activities that are safe […]

Professional truck drivers sometimes have to take late shift or work long hours. Naturally, during this time, it’s all too easy to become tired and worn down from the exhaustive shift. So what do you do to stay awake? Truck drivers have their own personal method for staying awake. Whether it’s singing at the top […]

Nowadays, most people are trying to be environmentally friendly in one way or another. They also want to save money whenever possible! By following some of the tips outlined here, you can be a more fuel efficient truck driver, take care of your truck’s systems, and do your wallet a big favor. Look Ahead As […]

It’s hard to determine whether anything is or isn’t right for you before you’ve given it a try. But this is what many people entering the truck driving industry have to do, and the stakes for them are much higher (18 days of training plus the time getting started). Considering the amount of time that […]

The month of May is a time when we honor our fallen heroes and feel a special appreciation for veterans and those currently serving. So, we want to make sure our troops are given every career opportunity available to them at home! If you are active military personnel or a veteran of the United States […]

Nashville station WSMV (Channel 4) recently produced a story about the driver shortage being faced by the trucking industry. Currently, the number of truckers needed nationwide exceeds 50,000. That number is projected to hit 200,000 within the next decade if more drivers don’t get on the roads. Our very own student Tiaesha Hampton and Assistant […]

There are various health problems that many truck drivers are at risk of due to the nature of their employment. Of these, the most critical are obesity, stress, fatigue, muscle strains, neck & back injuries, substance abuse, depression and sleep deprivation. Although dangerous, these risks are mostly preventable and certain measures can be taken for […]

Commercial truck drivers are already faced with a set of challenges that comes with making deliveries on time. But in addition to that, you have to battle fatigue during long road trips. With driver fatigue being the number one cause for wrecks, it is important to stay alert so that you do not put yourself […]