We’ve been over this several times already. But, since it bears repeating, let’s go over it one more time for those who might’ve missed the message the first half-dozen times! The winter weather and holiday seasons are now squarely upon us, which makes today the perfect time to reevaluate your preparations for yourself and your truck.  The following are some popular winterizing methods to consider for you and your machine before heading out and dealing with this season...

The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) recently presented Tracy Rushing, Executive Director of Safety and Recruiting at RE Garrison Trucking, Inc. with the 2024 Influential Woman in Trucking award. This yearly award is sponsored by Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) and recognizes the achievements of female role models and trailblazers within the trucking industry. This is the 14th year for the award which was developed in 2010 to recognize female leaders and to attract and ...

Once again, like clockwork, it’s that time of year when we head out into the shops and stores in search of the best possible gifts for the ones we love. It’s the holiday season, after all! And whether you prefer to do your spending whilst braving the wilds of malls and department stores on Black Friday, or you’ve adopted the far less stressful route of online present pursuance, I figured it might be nice to share some ideas for gift considerations. I’ve always appreci...

Consider what it may feel like to be, in some cases, thousands of miles away from the ones you love, especially during the holiday season. With Thanksgiving just a few weeks away, there’s still at least another month or so when a lot of our favorite truckers will be spending a considerable amount of time away from home. So, for those of us who are fortunate enough to be able to stay close and near to family during the holidays, let’s pause to think about what those who ar...

An undeniable dearth of safe and available truck parking has sat perched atop the highest ranking of concerns for truck drivers, and the overall trucking community, for years now. Only recently has the Department of Transportation (DOT) been the recipient of some much-needed federal assistance to help in creating a surplus of such parking spaces and rest areas. The Department of Transportation has recently been awarded over $30 million to go toward transportation projects for...

Over the years, I’ve learned some valuable lessons from the multitude of drivers, fleet owners, and carrier professionals that I’ve worked or connected with. One of those lessons, is to always be prepared for potential happenings on the road. From a driver’s perspective, that can offer many different meanings. From keeping the truck in prime working condition or prepping for the winter months and icy travel that lies just ahead, the overarching focus is to be ready for ...

Preparing your truck for the upcoming winter season can be a daunting and discouraging task, but it’s also something that is extremely beneficial for those who care to use their prep time wisely. Doing so can mean the difference between a major incident on a slippery road or avoiding a major shutdown because of lacking certain winter weather equipment. It would be a smart move to get out ahead of the season now, while there’s still decent weather to work with. And unless ...

Let’s be honest. I don’t know that most kids, when asked what they want to be when they grow up, would respond by saying they want to be a truck driver. Please, don’t take that as a slight to the profession, or to the men and women who perform such jobs. But I mean, I can remember when I was a child most of the other kids would say they wanted to be a firefighter or a doctor, or even an astronaut. Me? I wanted to be a stand-up comedian, an actor, or a professional baseb...

What are you really looking for in your next driving job? Better yet, what should you be looking for in a potential expedite driving career? Well, let’s answer some of those questions as you reach to make the right call on your next adventure. Whether you’re a seasoned owner-operator or an independent contractor looking for your first (or next) opportunity to get into the expedite industry, choosing the right carrier to run for makes all the difference in the world. And s...

Recently, the FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) held its Brake Safety Week. It’s the annual commercial motor vehicle brake-safety inspection, enforcement and education initiative conducted by law enforcement agencies across North America. During Brake Safety Week, inspectors conduct their usual Level I and V inspections and report all brake-related data to the CVSA (Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance). Brake-related violations typically relate to the large...