Owner-Operators vs Company Drivers

Owner-Operators vs Company Drivers

Owner Operators vs Company Drivers There are two types of truck drivers that are often discussed in the industry: owner operators and company drivers. But what do these terms mean, and what’s the difference between owner operators and company drivers? We’ve explained...
Tips for Backing Up a Semi Trailer

Tips for Backing Up a Semi Trailer

How to Back Up in a Semi Trailer Backing up is a skill that both new and veteran truck drivers must continually focus and practice on.. Flatbed trucks require skill and training to maneuver, and there are many things to remember when backing a 53’ trailer into a...
How Can a Truck Driver Eat Healthier?

How Can a Truck Driver Eat Healthier?

How Can a Truck Driver Eat Healthier? There are many reasons why it can be difficult to manage a healthy diet as an OTR truck driver. With limited time for cooking and eating, lack of space in a cab for kitchen appliances and food storage, the convenience of grabbing...
A Guide to CDL Training for Veterans

A Guide to CDL Training for Veterans

A Guide to CDL Training for Veterans  Wondering how many truckers are veterans? Or what percentage of truckers are veterans? According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, over 10% of employed veterans are directly employed in the transportation industry as of...
Stay Organized as a Truck Driver

Stay Organized as a Truck Driver

Stay Organized as a Truck Driver   Any OTR driver will tell you that the cab of a semi-truck wasn’t engineered to be spacious and luxurious. While drivers do have access to almost everything they’d need to be self-sufficient on the road, it has to all fit into a...
How to Become a Truck Driver

How to Become a Truck Driver

How to Earn Your CDL & Become a Truck Driver  How do I get started as a trucker? Is truck driving worth the money? If you want to get into the world of trucking, these are few of many questions you’re likely asking yourself. There are plenty of articles out there...