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As a trucker, you spend a lot of time on the road. That means there are a lot of times you’ll see – or deal with – road rage. By preparing yourself for those challenging situations, you can put yourself in a better place to deal with drivers who do dangerous things as a result of their anger. That means you’ll keep you and your cargo safe, and get home to your family on time.
Buying Christmas presents for anybody can be difficult, especially when they won’t give any hints about what they want. Truckers, however, can use a lot of different things to make their trips more interesting and comfortable. We’ve outlined four types of gift ideas that any trucker would find useful while out on the road:
Trucking can sometimes be thought of as a “man’s” profession, but women have played a key role in its success. Below, we took a look at some of the pioneering women in trucking who shaped the industry according to the United States Department of Transportation.
Dealing with homesickness is a difficult part of being a trucker. You find yourself missing your family when you’re out on the road, especially on long trips. If you’re struggling to deal with homesickness, however, don’t let it get you down! You can still enjoy a successful career as a trucker even when homesickness hits hard.
If you dread the idea of sitting around all day in a stuffy office writing emails and answering telephones it may be time for a career change. People often overlook the trucking industry as an option. This career can lead to excellent pay and many great benefits.
Though the average annual snowfall in Colorado Springs is about 39 inches and 56.3 inches in Denver, snowstorms aren’t the norm. But when the snow dumps, you have to be ready! Here are some tips on how to drive safe during Colorado winters.
When you are spending eight to ten hours a day hauling loads locally or across the country, you are going to need some good entertainment to help you through the day. The radio will eventually get old as you constantly hear the same music being played, and in addition, you may be limited to certain stations depending on your location.
Driving for long periods of time is no easy task, and often boredom and exhaustion give-way to food cravings while on the road. Take a look these healthy options from popular fast food chains below and plan ahead to save calories and make healthy fast food choices on your next trip.
As a truck driver, you have the freedom to turn any space into a workout zone. As you’ll notice in The Healthy Trucker video, one parking spot can turn into a gym. With a little creativity and minimal equipment, you can stay in shape while on the road.
With most things in life, success is not based on head knowledge or a skill set that no one else has. What’s the deciding factor that determines your success? You. The Denver Commercial Driving License (CDL) training you are looking for may help you find employment in the trucking industry.