Brake failure has the potential to be catastrophic for any vehicle. For semi-trucks, the risks are even greater since these vehicles are so much larger than a standard passenger vehicle and require more force to stop. Even though complete brake failure is relatively rare, any reduction in the amount of force brakes can apply can … Continue reading “Common Causes of Semi-Truck Brake Issues”
No one likes a flat tire or blowout, no matter what type of vehicle they’re driving. In addition to being inconvenient, blowouts on a tractor-trailer have the potential to cause serious accidents. This is why semi-truck tire maintenance is so essential. These tips can help you avoid tire failure, improving safety while also helping … Continue reading “Tips for Semi-Truck Tire Maintenance”
While semi-truck fuel efficiency has improved significantly over the past century, diesel is still one of the biggest expenses in the trucking industry. The average semi-truck gets around 6.5 miles per gallon (MPG) as opposed to the average car, which gets around 25 MPG. The difference in fuel economy between a passenger vehicle and … Continue reading “All About Semi-Truck Fuel Efficiency”
Semi-truck drivers are on the road a lot during ever-changing weather. There are many challenging driving conditions you’ll encounter over the course of your career, and one of these is driving in high winds. If you find yourself in a wind storm while on the road, the best thing you can do is come prepared. … Continue reading “Driving a Semi-Truck in Windy Weather”
Learning to drive a semi-truck can be a daunting task. Among the different driving skills new truckers need to learn, backing is often the one that causes the most anxiety. If you’re worried about semi-truck backing, you definitely aren’t alone. This skill takes time to develop, but with consistent effort, it’s possible to learn how … Continue reading “5 Tips for Semi-Truck Backing”
The trucking industry is subject to a variety of regulations that are intended to help protect truckers and others on the road. Your commercial driver’s license (CDL) training will cover topics related to these regulations and you’ll be expected to know and follow them during your career. One such requirement is the cap on hours … Continue reading “What to Know About ELDs”
In 2019, the most recent year for which data is available, 3,142 people were killed in traffic accidents where distracted driving was a factor. This is according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which also estimates that 18% of injury-causing crashes involve distracted driving. All drivers have a responsibility to avoid distractions, but … Continue reading “The Dangers of Distracted Driving”
To start your career as a trucker, you need to earn a commercial driver’s license (CDL). To do this, you will need to take two exams: a written test and a skills test. Once you pass the written portion of the CDL test, you’ll earn your commercial learner’s permit. This is also known as a … Continue reading “What is a Commercial Learner’s Permit?”
Do you want a career where you are making a positive difference, and getting paid well to do it? Trucking could be a great option for you. Truck drivers are absolutely essential to our nation’s economy and due to high demand, long-haul drivers can make more than $69,480 per year*. More information about the importance … Continue reading “The Importance of Truckers”
Are you considering changing careers? You benefit from becoming a truck driver. You can earn your commercial driver’s license (CDL) and get started in as little as four weeks and truckers are in high demand. Here are some signs you should become a trucker: 1. You Love the Freedom of the Open Road Long-haul truckers … Continue reading “Signs You Should Become a Truck Driver”
Entry-level drivers must meet certain requirements in order to earn their Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) for the first time, upgrade from a Class B to a Class A license, or earn some endorsements for the first time. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) just updated their entry-level driver training, also known as … Continue reading “All About the New Entry-Level Driver Training Requirements”
Becoming a truck driver gives you the opportunity to earn competitive pay and see more of the country. However, operating such a large vehicle also comes with a great deal of responsibility. Safety should be your top priority at all times and it’s important to understand the key aspects of trucking safety before you even … Continue reading “Key Trucking Safety Tips”
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