About: Cliff Abbott
- Profile
- Cliff Abbott is an experienced commercial vehicle driver and owner-operator who still holds a CDL in his home state of Alabama. In nearly 40 years in trucking, he’s been an instructor and trainer and has managed safety and recruiting operations for several carriers. Having never lost his love of the road, Cliff has written a book and hundreds of songs and has been writing for The Trucker for more than a decade.
Posts by Cliff Abbott:
- Geography of the job: Preparation is key to a smooth ride on dangerous terrain - in Business
- Seasonal tips: Preparation and skill needed for winter driving conditions - in Business
- August data shows truck production still constrained by parts shortages - in Business
- Family is at heart of success for Arkansas driver - in Trucking Life
- Dogs, cats, other pets can provide drivers with companionship, other benefits on the road but require care and caution - in Trucking Life
- Freight harder to come by, but pays well when found - in Business
- Clean air on the horizon: Long-range zero-emissions vehicles are coming soon - in Equipment & Tech
- Tire tips: Get more miles and fewer problems from your tires with proper care - in Equipment & Tech
- Time management is key to maximizing hours of service - in Business&Job Resources
- Reducing fuel costs: Aftermarket aero products finding wider acceptance in trucking - in Trends in Trucking
- Growing backlog: Long wait times for tractors and trailers hold back carrier growth - in Trends in Trucking
- Salute to veterans: New Jersey carrier honors U.S. veterans with specially designed graphics - in Trucking Life
- Personal safety: Preparation and awareness are key to protecting yourself on the road - in Trucking Life
- Need for income results in successful team career for Jill and Dean Coulter - in Trucking Life
- Continued shortage of critical parts: Difficulty obtaining components hampers Class 8 sales - in Business
- Prepare for inspections to avoid delays, violations during CVSA’s Brake Safety Week - in Equipment & Tech
- Dash cams for fleets: Even for small fleets, in-cab video provides safety, training options - in Business
- The law of supply and demand: Good times continue for trucking, but could be slowing - in Business
- Technology on the road: Electronics make the job easier but can be less safe - in Business&Job Resources
- 2021 Rotella SuperRigs features stunning trucks, lots of camaraderie - in The Nation
