Meet day-to-day challenges through physical, mental preparation
The life of a professional driver is challenging, and it requires a special skill set like no other. I was on site with a carrier
Job Resources
Looking to make a move in the trucking industry? Weighing your options with lease-purchase arrangements? This section is a great place to turn for insight for drivers regarding the current job outlook, financial advice and more. Our topics cover a wide range of territory and serve as a job-hunting resource for both current drivers as well as those looking to join the industry.
Fleet Focus: Enlisting help from a factor can allow owners to focus on trucking
If you’ve bought a truck and obtained your authority, you are truly a trucking entrepreneur. Who knows — you may have planted the seed for
‘Purr-fect’ match: Jade Transport drivers Ryan and Bernedette Hood love life on the road
Husband and wife team drivers Ryan and Bernedette Hood came to the truckling life by very different routes. Ryan, a legacy driver whose love
Understanding freight rates, fuel surcharges can maximize earning potential
If there is anything that owners of small trucking businesses will never be completely happy about, it’s freight rates — unless, of course, it’s fuel
Safety Series: Preparation and patience are keys to coping with construction zones
“Fines doubled in construction zone.” People who make their living on the road see this sign on a daily basis; some see it several times
Lawmakers introduce bipartisan bill to strengthen truck driver apprenticeship program
WASHINGTON — Arkansas Republican Rep. Rick Crawford and Democratic Texas Rep. Henry Cuellar have introduced new legislation to help attract more truck drivers to the
FreighTrax, University of Central Oklahoma collaborate on online driver training
EDMOND, Okla. — FreighTrax, an online training company, and the University of Central Oklahoma (UCO) have teamed up to present easily accessible, ongoing training for
Driver-trainer Ryan Bell shares how employees can build a thriving career with Estes
This year, Estes Express Lines, based in Richmond, Virginia, celebrates a milestone — the 20th anniversary of the company’s in-house driver training program. If you’re
So, you want to be a truck driver — Part 4
In this series, we look at the steps and missteps involved in obtaining and maintaining your CDL. Well, look at that! You have your CDL!
As efforts to ease the driver shortage continue, safety remains a top concern
WASHINGTON — After falling early in 2023, recent statistics from the U.S. Department of Labor show trucking jobs increases over the past few months. While
Grant funds totaling $1.5M made available to support women, Latine, Black truck drivers
BALTIMORE — The Truist Foundation has announced a $1.5 million commitment to the Accion Opportunity Fund, a certified nonprofit community development financial institution (CDFI) that
Think ahead to find a safe place to stop for the night
There’s been a lot in the news lately about truck parking, and several proposals have been put forth that would use government money to build
So, you want to be a truck driver — Part 3
In this series, we look at the steps and missteps involved in obtaining and maintaining your CDL. Well, you’ve jumped the first set of hurdles,
FMCSA forms task force to combat predatory leasing
WASHINGTON — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has formed a nine member Truck Leasing Task Force (TLTF), chartered by Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg,
USDOT approves use of oral fluid in drug testing
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has issued its final rule amending regulations to allow oral fluid testing in its industry drug testing
With a variety of trailer types, there are many driving jobs to explore
If you own a truck — or plan to buy one — the decision of what to do with it should be near the top
Career awareness an important first step for aspiring drivers
In 2017, Jim Babson recognized a trend in career development. “I started talking to people about how they got their jobs,” he said. “And I
So, you want to be a truck driver — Part 2
In this series, we look at the steps and missteps involved in obtaining and maintaining your CDL. Well, now that you’ve learned a little bit
So, you want to be a truck driver — Part 1
In this series, we look at the steps and missteps involved in obtaining and maintaining your commercial driver’s license (CDL). Here’s the scenario: You’ve planned
Peterbilt partners with Lincoln Tech to expand technician training program
DENTON, Texas — Peterbilt has partnered with Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (Lincoln Tech) to offer the Peterbilt Technician Institute (PTI) program at its Nashville. “Peterbilt’s