Since truck drivers spend the majority of their career on the road, there are certain items every trucker should have with them. Having personal products in your truck will make the trip much more enjoyable and will keep you looking and smelling fresh. It is important for truckers to make sure they have their overnight bag, toiletries and cleaning supplies before they hit the road. We have broken down the list of essential items to keep in your truck into several different categories. The fourth category we will talk about is personal products.
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Overnight Kit
Your truck is your home away from home. You will spend long hours and many nights in your truck. Just like your home, you need to have your everyday personal hygiene products. Your overnight kit should include:
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Dental floss
- Mouthwash
- Hair brush
- Deodorant
- Shaving tools
- Your daily pills, vitamins or contacts
Amazon as a great overnight storage kit to keep all your toiletries in while traveling over the road.
Shower Kit
After a long day of driving, a shower sounds probably sounds really nice. Many major chain truck stops like Pilot & Flying J, Love’s Travel Stops and TravelCenters of America provide some shower supplies and give truckers the option to purchase single use soap or shampoo. To help save money, pack a shower kit with all the supplies you need before stopping to take a shower. Your shower kit should include:
- Towel and washcloth
- Bodywash
- Shampoo/Conditioner
- Shower shoes
- Bag for dirty clothes
Check out this hanging shower bag from Amazon to keep your shower kit organized.
Cleaning Kit
When you work and live inside your semi truck, it is important to incorporate a regular cleaning schedule. A clean truck is a matter of professionalism, comfort and health. Having the right cleaning supplies will make it easier to keep your truck clean and smelling fresh. Your cleaning supplies should include:
- Handheld vacuum cleaner
- Glass cleaner
- Paper towels
- Air freshener
- Disinfectant wipes
- All purpose cleaner
Keep all your items organized with this great truck organizer from Amazon.
Be on the lookout for the rest of the categories of essential items to keep in your semi truck.
Check out our latest blog post, ESSENTIAL ITEMS TO KEEP IN YOUR TRUCK – PART THREE: FOOD
