Truck Stop Etiquette Every New Driver Should Know
Learn the unwritten rules of truck stops. These truck stop etiquette tips will help new drivers avoid common mistakes and earn respect on the road.
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.
I Went to Ross Trucking School Here’s My Honest Experience
I recently earned my Class A CDL at Ross Trucking School in Paris, Missouri. Here’s my honest experience, what surprised me, and whether I’d recommend it.
Do You Get Paid During Truck Driver Orientation?
Wondering if truck driver orientation is paid? Learn how orientation pay works, when you’ll get paid, and what expenses trucking companies usually cover.
Is Truck Driving Worth It? Here’s My Honest Opinion
Is truck driving worth it? Here’s an honest look at the pay, lifestyle, freedom, challenges, and whether becoming a truck driver is right for you.
Biggest Mistakes New Truck Drivers Make (And How to Avoid Them)
Avoid the biggest mistakes new truck drivers make during their first year. Learn what causes them and how to build safer habits from day one.
A Day in the Life of a Truck Driver (What It’s Really Like)
Wonder what a truck driver’s day is really like? Here’s an honest look at life on the road, from pre-trip inspections to parking for the night.
My First Year as a Truck Driver: What Surprised Me the Most
After 11 months as a truck driver, these are the biggest surprises, mistakes, lessons, and things I wish I’d known before starting.
How Long Does It Take to Feel Comfortable Driving a Semi?
Wondering when driving a semi starts feeling easier? Here’s what most new truck drivers experience during their first year on the road.
What Is a Sleeper Cab? Everything New CDL Drivers Should Know
Learn what a sleeper cab is, what’s inside, who uses one, and how it compares to a day cab for long-haul trucking careers.