Most truckers have strong opinions about automatic transmissions versus manual transmissions in their trucks. Some drivers find that driving an automatic makes their job easier, while others just can’t get used to driving a big rig without shifting gears. Some of the pros and cons come down to personal preference, while others are ... continue reading »

              Finding a new truck or trailer is not the easiest thing to do when you are on the road all of the time. The research, the legwork and long distance phone calls easily eat up the little free time that you do have. When you do hit pay dirt, the feeling that you ... continue reading »

              The economic crisis has impacted the trucking industry in many ways, and owner-operators usually have an especially difficult time making a profit. Even new business owners who were company drivers for years before venturing out on their own often find it difficult to save time and money. Here are a few tips to ... continue reading »

              As much as most truckers would love to be home, truck stops are usually the closest thing to home on the road. The biggest complaints that many big rig drivers have about truck stops is the lack of parking and overall dirtiness of some places. Many truck stop workers are unfriendly and others ... continue reading »

              When it is time to sell your commercial semi truck, getting the best price is important. One important way to draw buyers, and create interest in your truck, is by creating a sale listing on a website that will allow your truck to get the best exposure. The following tips will allow you ... continue reading »

              A bill that was recently introduced to congress includes a raising the weight limit for commercial vehicles from 88,000 pounds to 97,000 pounds. This is an increase of 21 percent, which has many civil engineers and lawmakers worried about the impact on current infrastructure. The bill proposes that trucks be allowed to carry ... continue reading »