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Important Truths for Rookie Drivers: Surviving Your First 6 Months
by lucky13
This article provides advice for new truck drivers on how to survive in the trucking industry. It covers topics such as how to stay safe, stay awake, and stay sane on the road. It also provides tips on how to stay organized, communicate with others, and treat yourself well.
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.
To Have and to Hold: Marriages In Trucking
by TruckersWife09
Trucking marriages are already difficult, but if your spouse isn't committed, it will never work. Learn how to make your trucking marriage work with tips from TruckersWife09. Don't let trucking do you part!
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.
It Takes Two
by TruckersWife09
Truck driving can be a long distance relationship. Learn how to make it work with tips from a trucker's wife. Communicate your feelings, avoid telling them to come home, and remember why you fell in love in the first place.
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.
Holding Down The Fort
by TruckersWife09
This article provides helpful tips for truckers and their spouses to manage stress and communicate better. It explains the importance of communication and understanding the stress on both sides. It also encourages couples to talk it out and share the load.
Truck Driver Training: The Beginning
by BlueHillsTrucker
Enrolling in a truck driver training course is a journey to earn your CDL. Learn about the books and manuals required for class, the self-paced program, and the hands-on training and safety inspections.
The Unexpected Call
by TruckersWife09
Truck drivers may receive unexpected calls to hit the road, leaving their family behind. Learn how to handle the situation and keep your family happy with tips from TruckersWife09.
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.
CDL Training Has Begun For 'The Blue Hills Trucker'
by BlueHillsTrucker
Grabbin' Gears is a trucking blog written by a 45 year-old substitute teacher who is embarking on a 16-week truck driving program. Learn about the classwork process and getting behind the wheel in this informative blog.
Welcome To The Life
by TruckersWife09
Lacey, a truckers wife, shares her experiences of the trucking industry. She talks about the close-knit community, the sacrifices, and tips for truckers and spouses to make home time easier.
Understanding Rights in the Trucking Industry
by Dave Ashelman
This article provides an overview of common driver issues and remedies when dealing with an employer. Learn about unemployment, hometime, maintenance of the truck, docking of pay, dispatcher harassment, and more.
Keep That License Clean: Your Career Depends On It
by Rhonda
This article provides tips for truck drivers and those in the trucking industry on how to keep a clean driving record. It explains why it's important to keep a clean record, the consequences of irresponsible behavior, and how employers and insurance companies view patterns of irresponsible behavior.
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.
What Causes People To Fail CDL School?
by TruckerMike
This article discusses why some people fail truck driving school and how to avoid it. It emphasizes the importance of having the right attitude, self-discipline, and the ability to keep calm under pressure. It also encourages readers to study hard and aim to be the best, not just to pass the exams.
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.
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