News & Notes
Sunday, 28 February 2021 09:10
Every February in the United States, the country comes together to celebrate Black History Month. There is tremendous value in looking back to recognize the important people and events in American history that would not have happened without black men and women. The transportation industry has profited from countless innovative…
Friday, 19 February 2021 09:02
Truck drivers across the country exceeded expectations by delivering the goods and products necessary to keep the country going in 2020. The federal government helped by untying the hands of truckers, so they could get the job done. But no one — except hard-working truckers — could have predicted that…
Tuesday, 12 January 2021 14:47
Professional truck drivers will often tell you that life on the road is a lonely experience, and while many drivers excel in solitude, some wish the experience was different. Many trucking companies are seeing the writing on the wall and expanding their policies to include team truck driving jobs. While…
Thursday, 17 December 2020 10:43
Pete Buttigieg (Boot-Edge-Edge) has been nominated as President-elect Joe Biden’s Transportation Secretary. Buttigieg is the former mayor of South Bend, IN and gained significant national recognition during his 2020 presidential campaign. If confirmed as Secretary of Transportation, Buttigieg would make history as the first openly gay person to lead a…
Tuesday, 08 December 2020 11:32
Truck tires are essential safety equipment on your vehicle. By keeping your tires up-to-date on maintenance, you may prevent a tire blowout an continue to ride around smoothly and safely. Discover the six warning signs indicating potential commercial truck tire problems that require maintenance. 1. Vibration While Driving If you’re…
Thursday, 03 December 2020 10:30
A new president brings a lot of uncertainty to the trucking industry, but it also brings a lot of promise. On the campaign trail, Joe Biden laid out plans that would make an enormous impact for truck drivers across the country. Here is what the new Commander in Chief could…
Wednesday, 18 November 2020 08:17
Truck driving is one of the important jobs in the country. Truck drivers are responsible for moving 71% of all freight in the United States. They work hard and around the clock. Unfortunately, truck driving is sometimes given a bad reputation. We’re here to set the record straight. Explore our…
Wednesday, 11 November 2020 10:23
No matter what happens after 2020, there are millions of jobs that will never come back. But nearly overnight, the nation's dependence on the trucking industry to deliver food, water, personal protective equipment, and other essential goods became evident. There will always be a need for truck drivers. So, if…
Monday, 09 November 2020 10:41
In some professions, a gap exists between book smarts and practical experience. For truck drivers, getting a CDL learners permit and then passing the road skills test is just half the battle. That’s largely because delivering goods and materials to communities isn’t just a job. Trucking is a lifestyle that…
Wednesday, 04 November 2020 13:06
Maybe you saw an ad or someone said trucking is a great career, either way, you have some questions. You aren't sure if becoming a commercial truck driver is the right move for you. You might not even know exactly what they do or how to become a CDL driver. …
