Good Safety Procedures to Practice as a Long-Haul Trucker
You know the saying, “Safety first!” But safety, while it includes straps, load bars, and tarps, it begins with a driver who looks after him or herself. When a driver doesn’t take the time to care for their well-being, other risk potential increases. Drivers who are tired, sore, and uncomfortable tend to take unnecessary risks. […]
Truckers and Pets: Living and Working with Animal Companionship
Did you know that the American Veterinary Medical Association acknowledges the amazing connection between truck drivers and animal companions? It’s a wonderful bond that includes emotional, psychological, and physical interactions between people, animals, and their environment. As a truck driver, you can benefit from the connection between you and a furry—or not-so-furry—travel companion. Benefits of […]
Top 10 Trucker Gifts
We’ve all been there. You have that special someone in your life that has everything that they need and rarely wants for anything. As the holiday season approaches, so does the dreaded search for the perfect gift. You could get the latest cute knickknack or another World’s Greatest Dad/Mom t-shirt or something from the As […]
5 Tips OTR Driver’s Can Use to Reduce Stress
Life on the road definitely has its ups and downs, its good times and bad times. While it may seem like a carefree life to those who work in traditional settings, stress remains a part of life for a truck driver. About Stress Like most other employees, stress is a part of the job. Truck […]
7 Simple Ways to Reduce and Manage Stress as a Truck Driver
We all know that being a Truck Driver comes with stress. Between the loneliness of the job to the health problems it can cause to keeping up with all the trucking regulations, it is no wonder why truckers can find themselves with increased stress levels. Truckers spend majority of their time alone driving from one […]
