- Virginia Doctor Tends Truckers on Their Schedule and Builds His Practice at the
Same Time
2015-03-24
Virginia Doctor Tends Truckers on Their Schedule and Builds His Practice at the Same Time
- Boot the Home - How
to Live Full-Time in Your Truck and Love It
2015-02-12
If some of the most enjoyable times of your life have been on the road as a professional truck
driver, you are not alone. Truckers are not truly happy with any other vocation. For a small
number of truck drivers, the road and their tractor really do become home. They fully transition
from having a residence in one particular state to having their truck as headquarters, work
space, and dwelling. If you feel that is the right life for you, here are a few tips to keep in
mind.
- Why I Love Being a Truck Driver
- Is This Your Story Too?
2015-02-10
What is it about being a truck driver that is so alluring? Is it the open spaces, freedom of
the road, opportunity to see new places and meet interesting people along the way, working for
yourself, or do you just yearn for an adventure every time you turn on the ignition and take to
the highways and byways?
- Five Fun Facts
About Trucking and Truck Driving
2014-12-30
It's always fun to talk about the fun and unique facts surrounding truckers and the truck
driving industry. No matter how long you've been a truck driver, we'll bet there are some things
you never knew. Read on and test your knowledge about your important job.
- How do Truckers
Celebrate Christmas on the Road?
2014-12-23
Due to the nature of the job, truckers often miss out on enjoying holiday celebrations and
other family events throughout the year. Between the feelings of isolation from missing out, and
bleak, sun-light free wintry weather, staying in the holiday spirit can be tough.
- We'll Bet You Didn't
Know These Trucker Facts
2014-12-18
Truckers have their own lingo, lifestyle, and laws. Many of your family member's and
non-trucker friend's eyes glaze over when you start discussing work because they don't have much
knowledge about your chosen vocation. While you can't make someone take an interest in what you
love, you can forward these interesting quick facts about trucking to them. They may gain a
renewed appreciation for your job with these insights.
- How to Make Holidays
on the Road Special for Your Family
2014-12-09
While many people are able to unwind with family and friends during the holidays, it can be one
of the busiest and most stressful times of the year for truck drivers. Customers are counting on
you to make deliveries in time for Christmas sales. The weather tends to be awful at the same
time with winter storms causing unexpected delays and numerous road closings. There are still
things you can do to create cherished memories and even start holiday traditions that you and
your family look forward to each year.
- Keep
Fit with 15 Minute Exercises Perfect for Off Load Downtime
2014-10-09
You've reached your destination, and it's possible that it's been hours since you took a break
and stretched your muscles. It's also possible that you're not getting nearly as much exercise
as you'd like to get because of all the hours you spend on the road. Why not take advantage of
the time you have while your rig is being unloaded and get in a few quick exercises? If you're
not sure what types of exercises you can do in such a short amount of time, read on for some
great trucking tips that can help you stay in shape.
- Tips For Truckers
- Keeping Happy On The Long Haul
2014-09-30
The enjoyment most truckers get from their chosen lifestyle can start to wear thin on long
hauls. Opportunities to relax and think about yourself are few, if they exist at all, when you
are on the road with a deadline to meet and hundreds or thousands of people relying on you to
make that delivery. Follow these tips to stay upbeat, focused, and safe when you are making
those long hauls:
- Is Bringing
Your Child Along for the Ride a Good Idea For Truckers?
2014-09-23
If you've ever taken one of your kids with you on the road, you know how their faces light up
when they hear about your plans. Even so, it might not be a good idea for you to bring them
along, no matter how much fun you both think it's going to be.
- Avoiding Common Truck Driver
Injuries
2013-10-23
Be aware of the hazards you face and ways counteract them and stay safe on the job. Staying in
good physical health, stretching and taking regular rest breaks can help prevent repetitive
stress injuries. Truck drivers who start to feel persistent soreness would be wise to seek
medical attention before the problem gets worse.
- Improving Trucking's Image One Kid at a
Time
2013-04-25
There are many trucking image campaigns in force and we'll take a look at many of them in
future blogs. But one particular program has perhaps gone the farthest in changing minds about
truckers.
- Could That Cuppa Joe Save Your Life?
2013-04-02
While truckers have long known the benefits of chugging down a cuppa joe to prevent drowsiness
at the wheel, researchers in Australia recently released a study that they say proves that
imbibing in caffeinated beverages can significantly reduce a long-distance truck driver's
accident risk.
- Staying fit on the road made easier
with first-ever OEM in-cab driver exercise system
2013-03-25
Drivers will now be able to get a full-body workout in the comfort of their cabs with the
introduction by Freightliner of the first-ever OEM designed and integrated in-cab exercise and
flexibility system.
- 5 Healthy Habits for the OTR driver
2012-11-17
Truckers have the propensity to lead one of the unhealthiest lifestyles in today's working
class. The very nature of the drive is charming. It draws us to this business and at the same
time it is what makes us overweight. Here are five tips on how to make better and healthier
choices and at the same time enjoy the job that we love.
- Trucking Jobs in Alaska
2012-05-03
You think you have it bad with driving problems, how would you like to drive your truck on 414
miles of gravel road through ice and heavy snow? That is what happens if you haul your load on
Alaska's Dalton Highway like Ice Road Truckers do.
- $2.6M Study Devoted to Atlantic Trucker's Health Concerns
2011-05-01
Today, we're taking a look a new Canadian study researching why truckers are experiencing a
reduced lifespan compared to the rest of the population: University of Moncton professor, Michel
Johnson, is conducting a study to find out why truckers in Atlantic Canada seem to have a life
span that is 10 years under the norm.
- Trucker to
Trucker Valentine's Day Special
2011-02-14
Valentine's Day comes round once a year, like Christmas, but this is the special day for love.
Life as a trucker is hard all round on every aspect of life, but nothing is probably rougher on
a marriage or relationship than to be away for most of the year – so you need to take maximum
advantage of what this day brings and what it can mean for your significant other.
- Top Six Trucker Songs
2011-01-23
C.W. McCall hit the charts with what was a novelty song to support the film of the same name –
Convoy. Ever since then, every trucker is supposed to know the lyrics by heart as part of
passing their written CDL test, or at least that's what the rest of the non-trucker public
believes.
- On The Road -
The Original Florida Kid - Week 47
2008-11-22
Daniel Audet's on the road week 47, catch up on all the latest truck tech, trucking news, and
all around great info.
- Truckin Magazines
2008-09-04
Truckin magazines, whether on the news stands or online, are the best way for Truckers to stay
in tune with the Transportation Industy.
- Easy to Use Digital
Cameras
2008-07-01
Easy to use digital cameras can be found in many stores today, even most truck stops, and are
much easier that you can imagine.
- Truckers with Dogs
2008-03-26
Truckers with Dogs are more and more common, tell us about your four legged friend adventures.
- Trucker Health -
STRESSED? Try a Banana
2008-03-16
Little do you know that that a single banana can add plenty of benefits to truckers health.
- Buckeye
Truckers Barrel Down to Big Easy
2008-01-04
Buckeye truckers haul OSU football equipment to BCS National Championship Game.
- Trucker Health:
Defining the Problem
2007-07-24
Many aspects of a truck driver's job and lifestyle adversely impact personal health.