‘Look on the sunny side’ can be a mantra for finding good in all things
Here we are at the halfway point of the year. So much has happened over the past six months that we all are astounded and
Perspective
National tort reform needed to protect trucking industry against nuclear verdicts
As I have mentioned before, I travel a lot. By “a lot,” I mean “a whole lot.” Sometimes the travel is to great locations …
Reaping what you sow: Plant seeds of goodness in your spiritual garden
Rev. Marilou Coins was impacted by the EF3 tornado that swept through central Arkansas March 31 and is still dealing with the aftermath. However, she
Drivers should pack these supplements to stay healthy for the long haul
One main truck driver health concern is the ability to find healthy food with balanced nutrients. Most restaurants and food stops offer food that’s tempting
Dehydration can ‘drain’ your body’s personal battery
Next time you’re feeling run down, chances are you’re dehydrated. Instead of coffee or soda, reach for a bottle of pure water. Coffee dehydrates you,
‘Grid grief!’ An analogy between electric vehicles and Charlie Brown
OK, I realize that, for the rest of you, Charlie Brown has nothing to do with electric vehicles. However, as the push for electric vehicles
What you should know about towing and clean-up coverage
By Deborah Graves, OOIDA Truck Insurance Department Question: What is towing and clean-up coverage? Do I have it, and if so, do I have enough?
Statler Brothers thrived on Americana, as reflected in baseball-themed ballad
Now that the new baseball season is under way, it’s time to reflect on the rites of passage for a sport — the millions upon
Don’t let hurt, failure tinge your heart with bitterness
After reading an article this morning I was trying to put my thoughts together and write about what I surmised from what I’d read. However,
Who ‘owns’ the fingerprints, facial scans used to log into cellphones?
Brad Klepper is busy helping drivers with traffic violations this month, so we’ve pulled this still-relevant column, which originally ran in the Feb. 1, 2022,
Was the Louvin Brothers’ 1959 song ‘Knoxville Girl’ a precursor to modern entertainment?
If one is to look at the television, it seems murder is all the rage these days. You have a choice of “NCIS (insert your
Do you need ‘gap’ insurance?
Written by Deborah Graves, OOIDA Truck Insurance Department You asked, and the agents at the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), the leading experts in commercial
These 7 tips can help drivers stay healthy and in better shape while on the road
As a truck driver, you spend hours in a seat. You are far away from home, which means your health becomes neglected in the process.
Difficult times provide chances to grow and flourish
I am sure you all have heard the saying, “March comes in like a lamb and goes out like a lion” … or is it
Singer/songwriter Jimmy Buffett’s body of work is poetry that offers a lesson to anyone who listens
In last month’s column, Kris Rutherford kicked off the first of a series about Jimmy Buffett. To read the previous piece, click here. Summarizing the
Driver’s actions, attitude during traffic stop have significant impact: Part 2 of 2
In February, Brad Klepper shared tips to help drivers make the best of a bad situation during a traffic stop. This column can be viewed
Truck driver health: 3 ways to eat healthy on the go
As truck drivers, you have a lot of responsibility on the road. The No. 1 responsibility should be your health because without it, you won’t
A truck insurance agent is your partner in business
Written by Deborah Graves, OOIDA Truck Insurance Department If you own a truck, you own a business — and you certainly want it to be
Can the time of day you eat affect your weight?
Here’s something to think about: Can the time of day you eat affect your weight? Speaking from personal experience, for years I didn’t really worry
Despite Billboard charts, Jimmy Buffett is no ‘one-hit wonder’
Truck drivers navigating the interstates aren’t much different than other American workers. Every worker thinks often of reaching the next destination, of finishing the next