Summer will be here in just a few weeks and with it three months of long, sunny days and cross-country excursions. While working the summer season is one of the best parts about being a trucker, the weather and warm conditions present a number of... (Read More)
America's economy revolves around the trucking industry. 70% of goods are shipped via long-haul truck and there are approximately 15.5 million commercial trucks on the road today.
While the contributions of the industry are great, all of those... (Read More)
If you spend any time on the interstate, you're used to seeing semi trucks of all shapes and sizes, but have you ever really thought about where those drivers were going? While you might think they're all destined for a big box retailer in some... (Read More)
Driving a truck is one of the best professions around. You see new parts of the country on a daily basis, you're never stuck sitting in a cubicle, and if you're passionate about the work, you can make a comfortable living. However, it also can take... (Read More)
It's no secret that truck drivers are needed. In the last decade, it's been harder to drum up interest in the career. Part of the problem is that many young people see it as antiquated and sure to succumb to automation. But that opinion is based on... (Read More)
It's no secret that back in the day, Harley-Davidson was considered one of the coolest brands on the planet. The bikes were coveted by young and old, men and women, rich and poor. The brand capitalized on America's romance with the open road and... (Read More)
It's no secret, the trucking industry is facing challenges in hiring new drivers. According to a recent story on National Public Radio, this shortage of employees is nothing new, and in fact has been a problem for about the last 15 years. The Great... (Read More)
Truck driving is a terrific career that offers millions of individuals a reliable livelihood with a steady income -- all while enjoying the freedom of the open road. But no job is without its pitfalls, and trucking is no different. To us, some of... (Read More)
When it comes to driving long miles on the highway, few road warriors have more experience than America's truck drivers. As they cross the United States from coast to coast, they witness people of all walks of life and in all sorts of driving... (Read More)