Even with the current low fuel prices, fuel is still a big expense for trucking companies and owner operators. Although well maintained trucks, smart routing, energy-saving driving techniques, and technology all do their part to save on fuel costs, one mustn’t forget to address fuel theft. Because of the large fuel tanks of commercial or owner operator trucks, a fuel thief can quickly skim off 40 […]
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Advice to Commercial or Owner Operator Truck Drivers on Avoiding Traffic Jams
Traffic jams not only waste time and gas, they can take a lot out of you. However, there are a number of ways the commercial or owner operator truck driver can avoid traffic jams or at least keep their occurrence to a minimum. Some involve good old-fashioned planning while others make use of technology. Here are three suggestions: Plan Better Many traffic jams are predictable. […]
Florida Rig Insurance: Two Ways That LED Light Technology Will Reduce Truck Accidents
LED lights are more energy-efficient, brighter, produce less heat, and last longer than other types of lighting. They also produce a white light that resembles sunlight but without the sun’s UV rays. Their drawback is their high up-front price. However, their reduced energy consumption and long life has saved a lot of money over the long term for businesses that use them in large buildings and […]
Tire Care Tips That Improve the Fuel Efficiency of Your Commercial or Owner Operator Truck
There are many ways to improve the fuel mileage of your commercial or owner operator truck. These include improved aerodynamics, high-tech cruise control, and even hybrid electric semi trucks. However, before investing in these advanced technologies, you should start with the basic things that make your rig energy inefficient. Poorly maintained tires for example, are one of the biggest energy wasters. The wasted fuel and […]
The Four Traits of the Professional Commercial or Owner Operator Truck Driver
Dictionaries define “professional” as referring to someone engaged in a paid occupation. However, this fails to capture the real meaning of the word when someone is referred to as being a true professional. The true professional truck driver separates himself from other commercial or owner operator truck drivers by his on-the-job behavior. This behavior also makes him very different from the mass of other drivers […]
Prevent Cargo Theft and Florida Rig Insurance Claims with a Layered Defense Strategy
Compared to many crimes, cargo theft from a commercial truck can be very lucrative and involve less effort and risk of getting caught. That’s why cargo theft costs the U.S. billions of dollars annually. It has a devastating effect on the businesses that depend on timely shipments. Theft of a high-end cargo load for example, may cause lost sales and customers at the retail stores that depend on […]
New Technology That Detects Driver Fatigue Will Soon Benefit Commercial Drivers
Long-haul commercial or owner operator truck drivers average 2,000-3,000 miles per week. This kind of driving can produce fatigue, especially if stress or other circumstances prevent a driver from getting a good 7 or 8 hours of sleep every night. However, there’s a new technology in the works that detects driver fatigue. When a driver becomes drowsy, the technology sounds an alert or sends a video […]
Rig Insurance Florida: Signs Your Road Diet Is Giving You a Nutrient Deficiency
Weeks of eating truck stop food isn’t good for your health. In addition to excessive sugar, fats, and salt, the food can cause a nutrient deficiency. If you tend to favor a single dish repeatedly, or limit yourself to unhealthy side dishes such as fries or deserts, you may not get all your essential vitamins and minerals. This can also happen if you buy a […]
Florida Rig Insurance Provider Discusses How to Stay Healthy on the Road
Without conscious effort at staying healthy, the truck driver’s work life can lead to health problems such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, and excessive fat around the waist. Left unchecked, these problems can lead to heart failure, stroke, and diabetes. These problems are caused by the sedentary nature of trucking, stress, and easy access to unhealthy food. While sedentary office workers can exercise […]
Rig Insurance Florida: How to Prevent the Damaging Effects of Corrosion
Rust is a kind of cancer that steadily eats away at your rig. If ignored, it will cause equipment failure and weaken critical safety structures such as the under-ride guard. Corrosion occurs when salts (of different kinds) and water act on unprotected parts of your commercial or owner operator truck. You don’t have to drive on the salt treated roads in the snow-belt states to […]