Trucker Tips

Find a variety of tips for truck drivers, from saving fuel on the road to maintaining a healthy trucker lifestyle.

Understanding the Levels of Commercial Driver Licenses (CDL)

Are you considering getting started in the trucking industry as a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) driver? With a high demand for drivers right now, this is a great time to get on board! There are many considerations before you hit … Read More

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CMV Driver Health Crucial to Safe Highways

Commercial motor vehicle driver health continues to be an important topic in the trucking industry. With the work environment and (easy to develop) bad driving habits working against you, it’s important that drivers take the time to properly care for … Read More

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How Can CDL Drivers Control Fuel Efficiency?

Fuel efficiency is becoming a big topic for CDL drivers and trucking companies, as diesel prices remain high, floating around $4.00 per gallon.  Attention to fuel economy can make a major impact on your profits. Aerodynamic Trucks = Better Fuel … Read More

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3 Tips to Prevent Trucker Fatigue

Eat Well: Eating a balanced diet, rather than strictly junk food, keeps blood sugar levels regular, and provides a steady energy source all day long, to keep you alert on the road. Avoid Excessive Caffeine: Caffeine, while safe as a … Read More

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Three Ways To Boost Energy Naturally

1. Take a Walk When you start to doze off it’s tempting to grab a soda or candy bar for a quick sugar rush, but studies show it’s much more effective to take a break and walk around for ten … Read More

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Trucker Safety – Beware Deer This Spring!

Most drivers know that deer traffic is on the rise in the fall and remember to drive cautiously. However, spring is also a prime time for deer collisions. As green grass begins to show, deer are moving about looking for … Read More

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Prevention of Driver Fatigue Increases Highway Safety

Did you know that there are more than 3,700 deaths a year from large truck accidents? According to the Large Truck Crash Causation Study (LTCCS), in 13% of all trucking accidents, the drivers were experiencing some level of fatigue. Although … Read More

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Driver Inspections Increase Highway Safety

Your truck is at the heart of your business, your income and your livelihood. So naturally it is important that it is running properly and on the road. And when a maintenance problem presents itself, you will be concerned with … Read More

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