The greatest factor contributing to driver distraction has been the growing use of technology — in particular smartphones — while driving; however, a new concern will soon be confronting fleet managers in the form of wearable computers.
Trucking firms use better benefits, contests with cash prizes, employee appreciation barbecues to encourage employees to stay put.
Rest areas are supposed to be safe havens for drivers who need some shut eye. But they're not nearly as secure you'd think. How can you play it safe at rest stops?
Fleet managers are tasked with constantly watching their fleet's bottom line, while also ensuring vehicles are operating efficiently and available to accomplish the mission of any particular fleet.
When your favorite truck driver is far from home, they will remember you when using these valuable gifts.
Many people are turning to driving as a viable source of income. However, it is becoming increasingly more competitive in the industry. Read on as Career Geek shares 3 tips to help you stay above the competition.
Rain, snow, sleet, ice… all can create hazardous conditions for anyone on the road, but especially for big rig truck drivers. Why do they take the risk of dr...
Getting a driver’s license is a rite of passage in the U.S., and while young folks are putting it off more and more, there are still plenty of places in America where you absolutely need a car to get around. The rules around getting a license vary from place to place, so we were wondering: How easy (or hard) was it for you to earn that shiny piece of laminated plastic?
The industry says there's a shortage of 100,000 drivers but why is that and what is the likely impact?
Want to pass your driver's test? We outline tips from experts on how to ace your test, and you can take our practice online driver's license quiz to see how well prepared you are.
Check out these common distractions behind the wheel and how to avoid them so that your journey stays safe. Read on for more information.
One of the many professional moving companies in desperate need of truck drivers is offering extensive benefits plus a $100,000 salary for long-distance drivers.
Tracking is essential for every business where a commercial fleet is involved; however, how it is carried out can vary from business to business. While there are many different methods and tools to…
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We have to admit, we love the test drive. Seeing a potential driver leave our lot, smile intact, back poised, and prepared for the ...
Original automobiles didn't have seatbelts, but newer vehicles have not just seatbelts but airbags and other devices to protect everyone in an automobile.
Freight volume is increasing at a time when the U.S. is facing a driver shortage. Learn more more the prevalent issue and some possible solutions.
"There's nothing you can do to protect a person from being around one of these trucks."
Hot shot truckers specialize in on-demand delivery, but smart transportation tech means more load competition from commercial drivers.
The advent of automated driving technology is poised to transform the trucking industry in the years and decades to come, but it is clear that autonomous trucks will not be ready to handle all driving tasks and conditions anytime soon.