Trucking Truth Blog: Articles Tagged 'On The Road In Training'

Your Trainer Will Test You On Far More Than Just Your Driving Skills

by Old School

Truck driving school is only the beginning of your CDL training. Learn how to pay your dues as a rookie truck driver and how to handle a difficult trainer. Get tips on how to make it through your training period and be successful.

There's No Disguising A Rookie On The CB Radio

by BlueHillsTrucker

After nearly a year of piloting 70 feet of flatbed Kenworth around the country, The Blue Hills Trucker shares his tips on how to use the CB like a pro. Learn how to communicate with other drivers, use trucking lingo, and more!

How To Cut Through The Negativity And Choose The Right Trucking Company To Start Your Career

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When researching trucking companies, it can be difficult to find helpful opinions. Learn how to differentiate between companies, find the best opportunity, and understand a company's strategy. Speak with current drivers, compare pay & benefits, and prove your worth to get the best miles.

The Need For Communication

by Dave Ashelman

This article examines the effects of social isolation on communication in the trucking industry. It looks at how truckers often have communication problems due to their social isolation and how they can bridge the gap between themselves and the rest of the world. It also explores how language is cultural and how truckers can better communicate with dispatchers and other people in the industry.

A Guide To Using Our Free Online CDL Training Program

by Ahmalia

Welcome to TruckingTruth's Online CDL Training Program! Learn about the page-by-page format, review questions, and tips and advice to help you succeed in trucking school.

My First Run As A Professional Driver

by BlueHillsTrucker

This article follows the journey of a truck driver who went from student to trucker in just three weeks. It covers the challenges they faced, the tips they learned, and the experience of navigating the trucking industry.

As The World Churns: The Driver Shortage Myth

by Dave Ashelman

This article looks at how trucking companies have re-defined terms such as 'turnover' and 'churn' in order to claim a driver shortage and prevent changing the way they do business on the back-end.

Stereotypes and Trucking: A Match Made in the Cab

by Dave Ashelman

Trucking stereotypes have been around since 1940, but it's possible to rise above them. Learn how to present yourself as a professional, how to make a positive impact on the industry, and how to improve your career.

Why Drivers Are Paid By The Mile

by Dave Ashelman

This article explores the history of trucking piecework pay, from its roots in Karl Marx's economic theory to its use in the trucking industry today. It also examines the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 and the deregulation of the trucking industry in 1980, and how these events have impacted the trucking industry.

How Having A Great Attitude Earned Me A Second Chance

by JakeCat22

This truck driver shares an embarrassing story of how he destroyed the front of his truck and still kept his job. Learn what it's like to work for a 'BFI' company and how to keep a good attitude to succeed in the trucking industry.

Why Do People Decide To Become Truck Drivers?

by TruckerMike

TruckerMike shares his experience of discovering the trucking lifestyle as a child and how he eventually followed his dream of becoming a truck driver. Learn why trucking is a great career choice and how to get started.

Reaching 300,000 Miles In A Big Rig

by Rhonda

This article follows a truck driver on their journey to reach 300,000 miles. Learn about the challenges they faced, such as playing leap frog with another driver, avoiding bad weather, and dealing with unprofessional drivers. The driver eventually makes it back to the yard safely.

Factors Affecting Job Placement In The Trucking Industry

by Tanya Bons

This article covers the major factors that will affect your ability to find work in the trucking industry. Learn about criminal history, alcohol related violations, drug and alcohol testing, driving record, employment history, physical health, age, and different truck driving school scenarios.

4 Mistakes That Cause Students To Fail CDL Training And How They Can Be Prevented

by Driver Solutions

Truck driver training can be a difficult process. Learn about the four common mistakes that lead to failure and how to prevent them. Get the tips you need to succeed in your truck driver training and become a professional truck driver!

Understanding Pre-Hire Letters: The What, Why, And How Of This Important Step

by Tanya Bons

Learn what a pre-hire letter is and how to get one to increase your chances of getting a truck driving job. Get tips on how to apply for pre-hires, such as being honest and completing applications online. Pre-hire letters are an invitation to orientation, which is a pre-requisite to employment.

The Sleep Apnea Witch Hunt

by Tanya Bons

Truckers with a BMI of 35 or more are being targeted in the 2012 Sleep Apnea witch hunt. Learn the symptoms, triggers, and who is behind the push for sleep apnea testing. Understand the money associated with sleep apnea and the potential risks for truck drivers.

5 Advantages of Company Sponsored CDL Programs vs. Private Truck Driving Schools

by Driver Solutions

Learn the advantages of company-sponsored CDL training and how to get started without paying thousands of dollars upfront. Understand the benefits of pre-qualifying for a truck driving job, not needing student loans, and receiving great CDL training from a top trucking school.

The Next Chapter In My Trucking Journey

by TruckerMike

TruckerMike shares his experience of leaving the trucking life and partnering with TruckingTruth to improve the lives of truckers nationwide. He shares his journey of becoming a full-time web programmer and how he left his trucking job on good terms. He also explains how he and Brett are passionate about helping truckers and how they plan to change the way truckers do business.

OTR Training- Week 1: Patience and Perseverance

by lucky13

Becoming a solo truck driver is a difficult challenge. This article explores the journey of one truck driver and the challenges they faced. Learn what it takes to become a truck driver and the challenges you will face along the way.

Financing Options For Truck Driving School

by Tanya Bons

This article provides an overview of the various financing options available to help you afford truck driver training. Grants, loans, and company-sponsored training are all options to consider, as well as tuition reimbursement after you complete training.