3 books all truck drivers should read

Being a truck driver means long hours on the road and downtime at local truck stops. Instead of scrolling through your phone during your time off, why not curl up with a good book that stimulates your mind? Reading a nightly book you’re interested in signifies to your brain that it’s time to wind down and prepare for a restful sleep.

If you’re new to the world of reading books, then you may need a few recommendations. Check out these three books that are popular among truck drivers,

Tractor-Trailer Trucker: A Powerful Truck Book

This exciting and popular book includes a masterpiece with close-up color photos that encourage readers to gravitate toward the driver’s seat. The book also includes many educational elements applicable to truck drivers including how to hook up a tractor and trailer, measure tire tread depth with a dime and use a satellite paging system. If you’re ever lost on a road trip and must learn real-life skills to survive, this book is for you.

This book is for people of all ages and can be purchased in paperback and hardcover. If you purchase the hardcover version, this is the perfect book to display in your office or bedroom.

A Truckers Tale

Truck driving brings new adventures for all working in the industry and goes beyond just a job. Colleen Kildow, the author of A Truckers Tale, honors this aspect of the industry by crafting a story about different people and places she’s seen while working in the field instead of at a local job.

This lighthearted read is inspiring and heartwarming for truck drivers of all ages who want to remain optimistic about the industry. Do not ever throw this book away because you’ll want to come back and reread it as the years pass and you experience more driving.

Truckers and Troopers

If you’re looking for a book that honors the thousands of truck drivers in America, Truckers and Troopers is your pick. The author Jim Geeting pays tribute to thousands of truckers he met during his time on Interstate 80. Geeting was a state trooper in Wyoming for many years and tells the stories of the sacrifice and compassion he saw from truckers on the road. Be sure to tell your friends and co-workers about this book because it’s a can’t-miss!

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