What Is the CDL Air Brake Endorsement and Do You Need It?
Learn what the CDL air brake qualification is, who needs it, how to avoid an air brake restriction, and how to prepare for the air brake knowledge test.
Trucking Lifestyle
Discover tips for life on the road, including healthy eating, sleeping, fitness, organization, truck stop advice, mental health, family life, and work-life balance.
How to Fix a Rock Chip in Your Windshield Before It Spreads (DIY Guide)
Learn how to repair a windshield chip before it turns into a costly crack. Discover when a DIY windshield repair kit works, when it doesn’t, and how to prevent further damage.
I Started My First Truck Driving Job Today
I started my first truck driving job today. Here’s what orientation, meeting my trainer, and climbing into my first company truck was really like.
New Truck Driver Survival Guide – Everything You Need to Know Your First Year
Everything new truck drivers need to know during their first year, from CDL school and orientation to truck stops, confidence, gear, and avoiding common mistakes.
21 Things Every Truck Driver Should Keep in Their Truck
What you keep inside the truck can make the difference between solving a problem in five minutes or spending half the day wishing you’d packed better.
What I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Truck Driver
Thinking about becoming a truck driver? Here are the biggest lessons I wish someone had told me before starting my CDL journey and trucking career.
OTR vs Regional vs Local Truck Driving Which One Is Right for You
Compare OTR, regional, and local trucking jobs. Learn the pros, cons, pay, home time, and which driving job is best for your lifestyle.
Best Bluetooth Headset for Truck Drivers
Looking for the best Bluetooth headset for truck drivers? Here’s what I look for after years behind the wheel and the headset I’d recommend today.
Questions to Ask During Truck Driver Orientation Before You Hit the Road
Learn the most important questions to ask during truck driver orientation so you understand pay, equipment, dispatch, home time, and company policies before your first load.
25 Truck Driver Essentials I Never Hit the Road Without
Discover 25 truck driver essentials every CDL driver should keep in the cab for safety, comfort, emergencies, and staying prepared on the road.
What Should You Bring to Truck Driver Orientation?
Learn exactly what to bring to truck driver orientation, including documents, clothing, toiletries, work gear, and the items many new drivers forget.
Truck Driver Orientation Checklist Before You Leave Home
Use this truck driver orientation checklist to make sure you have your paperwork, clothing, travel plans, and essentials ready before your first day.