Where Should You Mount a CB Antenna on a Semi Truck?
Mirror, roof, or behind the cab? Here’s how I’d choose a CB antenna spot that clears obstacles and gives the radio a fair shot.
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I Had Never Even Sat in a Semi Before Getting My CDL
I had never even sat in a semi before earning my Class A CDL. Here’s my honest experience, what surprised me, what was hardest, and what I’d do differently.
What Are Air Brakes? How They Work on Commercial Trucks
Learn how air brakes work on commercial trucks, why they’re used instead of hydraulic brakes, and what every CDL student should know before test day.
CDL Air Brakes Explained: Complete Beginner’s Guide
Learn how CDL air brakes work in plain English. This complete beginner’s guide covers every air brake component, inspections, safety tips, and CDL exam preparation.
What Is Normal Coolant Temperature on a Semi Truck?
Is your semi truck running hotter than normal? Here’s what coolant temperature should look like and when you should pull over.
CDL Safe Driving & Road Hazards Practice Test
Prepare for your CDL exam with this free CDL Safe Driving & Road Hazards Practice Test featuring 25 realistic questions, instant scoring, detailed explanations, and unlimited practice to help you become a safer commercial driver.
Can You Drive a Semi After a Tire Blowout? What Happened to Me
After my semi tire blew, I was told to drive eight miles to a shop. Here’s what happened and why “just go slow” isn’t a safe general answer.
Can You Fail Truck Driver Orientation? Yes, Here’s Why It Happens
Can you fail truck driver orientation? Learn the most common reasons drivers are sent home and how to avoid making the same mistakes.
Where Do Semi Truck Warning Triangles Go?
I put out triangles after a tire blew on a rural highway. Here’s where the three warning devices belong on a two-lane road and what changes on curves.
My Semi Tire Blew While Hauling Corn at 60 MPH
A tire blew while I hauled corn at 60 mph. Here’s what the bang felt like, what I found on the shoulder, and how I reached a tire shop.
What Does the Car and Seconds Mean on a Kenworth Dash?
See a little car with SEC on your Kenworth dash? It measures your following time. Here’s what the number means and why it changes.
What Is a Brake Drum on a Semi Truck?
Learn what a brake drum is on a semi truck, how it works with air brakes, and what CDL drivers should inspect before every trip.