High-sugar diets could lead to health problems for drivers
In a recent coaching session with a new driver who was referred to me, I was reminded why I’m such a strong advocate for driver
Perspective
Country duo rides Boy George’s stardom to hit song
I’ve never been a big fan of music videos, at least not the type that dramatizes the lyrics. And I don’t take a liking to
Is ‘hate’ speech protected by the First Amendment?
Those of you that read my columns may remember that I recently wrote on free speech and social media. As I mentioned then, I am
Red, white and blue gives meaning to Old Glory, faith
Well, here we are getting ready to celebrate the Fourth of July! What are your plans? Have a barbecue with family? Go to the pool
“Too country” of a singer leaves a legacy for all — including truck drivers
Randy Travis’ dream of becoming a country music star didn’t come easy. The young man who, in 1980, sent demo tapes to every record label
Telematics, predictive monitoring can apply to health, too
Telematics, analytics, predictive monitoring — I’m sure these are all familiar terms to drivers today in the new technology-driven world of transportation. The tech industry
There are multiple methods for interpreting the US Constitution
Throughout the course of these columns, I have discussed the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights (amendments 1-10) and the additional amendments. Ever since I
The District of Columbia could become 51st state — but will it?
Everyone who reads my articles — all two of you — have probably figured out that I enjoy writing about, thinking about and arguing about
Don’t use latest extension of CDL licensing waiver as excuse to postpone medical certification
In the March 15, 2021, issue of The Trucker, I reminded drivers across the U.S. that a waiver on medical certifications and recertifications, issued by
What color truck is your time machine?
If you’ve ever sat behind a steering wheel, you have one — that one particular vehicle from your past that you wish you could drive
Plenty of precedents have led to current deadly force by a police officer standards
When I write these articles, I normally try to stay away from the “hot topic” of the day. That’s mainly because by the time the
Events along I-40 serve as long-delayed vindication, create a new trucking song
Pardon me for this column, in which I connect recent events and personal experience that have combined to turn a six-decade-old rockabilly/blues hit into —
Fitness competitions can be used as motivation
Hopefully, many of you have seen the Fit to Pass fitness competition ads and stories in previous editions of The Trucker. I’m hoping those ads
If employers help improve drivers’ health, it will pay off in the long term
How many drivers has the transportation industry lost recently? More than 150,000, according to some sources. Many left the industry due to medical conditions. If
Take a fresh look at your Bible with modern-day comparisons
How many of you read your Bible daily? How many say it’s outdated and old-fashioned? How many say you can’t make it fit into today’s
Attorney offers abbreviated examination of the pros and cons of gun control
I am writing this article shortly after the April 15 FedEx shooting in which a gunman killed at least eight people before taking his own
Operation Safe Driver Week is set, but are you?
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) will kick off its annual Operation Safe Driver Week July 11, and it will continue through July 17. This
Just talking to your lawyer is not enough to constitute attorney-client privilege
Believe it or not, I actually like being an attorney. Granted, some days I like it a lot more than others, but I think is
Consider these tips to protect your knees
Knee injuries are no joke, and neither are those minor aches and pains that develop in our knees over time. The nature of a professional
Springtime is reminder of Christ’s promise of renewal
Spring is officially here. Warmer weather makes everyone want to get outside to enjoy the sunshine and fresh air, and watch all the flowers and