Did you know that approximately 22 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea? Surprisingly, 80% of cases of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) considered moderate or severe go undiagnosed. Obstructive sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder that... (Read More)

The holiday season is fast approaching and freight hauling is in high demand. These factors, combined with America's growing trucker shortage, mean we need your help. Here at Double D Distribution, we're always looking to add talented, hard-working... (Read More)

As a truck driver, it's your job to transport items from point A to point B, safely and on time. While this concept is relatively simple, it's not always easy to carry out when you're stressed, in a rush, or facing inclement weather. Establishing... (Read More)

If you follow the news at all, you've probably seen headlines discussing the "gig" economy and the passage of California's new law, AB5. AB5 is a piece of state legislation, but it might have far-reaching impacts on the trucking industry as a... (Read More)

Did you know that an estimated 80% of truck drivers suffer from some type of musculoskeletal pain? Truck drivers frequently report a variety of orthopedic issues including migraines and tension headaches, sciatica, sore muscles, and general lack... (Read More)

Data from the U.S. Census Bureau suggests the number of American truckers is at an all-time high, with approximately 3.5 million men and women delivering goods across the country. However, industry insiders say these numbers are misleading, and in... (Read More)

Long haul trucking is a lot of fun, but it also requires you to work long hours and spend extended periods of time away from your friends and family. Truckers aren't considered the healthiest professionals, either. When you combine a primarily... (Read More)

Earlier this year, the Department of Transportation released a report suggesting the trucking industry had only added a paltry 400 jobs since January. For many in the business, that number was hard to swallow. Especially considering between... (Read More)

Professional trucking is an hours game. Most companies pay drivers by the mile, so truckers tend to log as much time as possible, without exceeding Hours-of-Service Limits. While this method of driving works to an extent, one mistake on the road can... (Read More)