What I Wish Someone Had Told Me Before My First Trucking Job
I recently started my first trucking job after earning my Class A CDL. Here are the things I honestly wish someone had told me before my first day.
What Is a CDL Permit? Everything You Need to Know
Learn what a CDL permit is, who needs one, how to get it, how long it lasts, and what you can legally do with a Commercial Learner’s Permit.
What Is a Sight-Side Back in Trucking?
Learn what a sight-side back is, why truck drivers prefer it, and how it compares to a blindside back when backing a semi truck safely.
What Is a Kingpin on a Semi Truck?
Learn what a kingpin is on a semi truck, how it works with the fifth wheel, why it matters, and how to inspect it for safe trailer connections.
CDL Vehicle Inspection Practice Test
Practice for your CDL pre-trip inspection exam with this free 25-question CDL Vehicle Inspection Practice Test featuring instant scoring, detailed explanations, and realistic inspection questions.
What Is a Grain Elevator and How Does It Work?
Wondering what a grain elevator is? Learn how grain elevators receive, test, store, dry, and ship millions of bushels of corn, soybeans, wheat, and other grains.
Driving Around Combines and Farm Equipment as a Truck Driver
Driving around combines, tractors, and grain carts during harvest is different than normal trucking. Here’s what I’ve learned as a new truck driver hauling corn.
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.
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.
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 Is a Conestoga Trailer?
Learn what a Conestoga trailer is, how its rolling tarp system works, what it hauls, and how it compares to flatbeds, step decks, and dry vans.
What Is a Dump Trailer? A Complete Guide for CDL Drivers
Learn what a dump trailer is, how it works, what it hauls, and how it compares to hopper bottom, flatbed, and lowboy trailers.