As a commercial truck driver, one of the most significant considerations is the insurance that you need to have. There are a lot of different policies that a commercial truck driver could get, but to make the right choice, understand the options. The main options you can consider in Illinois are owner operator insurance and commercial truck insurance. Here are some insurance options explained. Owners […]
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Commercial Drivers: Tips to Bring Your Dog Along
Many commercial truck drivers, especially those who spend a few days and weeks on the road, love to have a companion along with them. Most of the time, they can’t bring their spouse or even a friend, so they settle for the next best thing, a furry friend! That being said, not all dogs are suited for life on the road. You need to choose carefully, […]
Tips to Deal with Homesickness and Loneliness While on the Road
Commercial truck drivers can spend days and weeks on the road. Many remain single because it can be hard to have a relationship with someone who doesn’t deal with the same lifestyle as you do. However, there are many that have a good spouse at home. They may have a family at home that they are providing for, yet they have to spend all of that […]
Tips to Make Commercial Truck Team Driving Work
More and more truckers are looking into team driving. Not only can you get your cargo where it needs to go faster, you may also get more jobs because of it. Priority jobs are often given to team drivers because owners know that it will get where it needs to be quickly! Team driving is also great because you won’t get as lonely on the […]
Tips to Choose the Right Driver to Team Up With
Commercial truck team driving is becoming more and more popular with truckers. They can earn more money because they can spend more time on the road. If they are struggling to drive, they can take a quick break while their partner drives. They also have someone to talk to, so that they aren’t lonely. All in all, it can be a great thing for many […]
Commercial Truck Tires: Signs You Need New Tires
There is nothing more important than your tires when you are driving a commercial truck and trailer. The better your tires are, the easier your trip will be. If your tires are getting older, you may experience vibrations and other uncomfortable conditions. You are also more likely to have a blow out, which could cause an accident. Because of this, it is important to know […]
Bookkeeping Tips for Owner Operators
No matter what business you own, your bookkeeping is very important. You need to keep track of your profits and expenses, in order to have a successful business. This is also true for owner operators, though it can be hard to keep track of everything when you are on the road. However, that doesn’t have to be the case. Here are some tips to start your […]
Tips to Save Money As Fuel Costs Continue to Rise
Whether you are an owner operator with one rig and trailer or you own a fleet of trucks, you may be starting to worry about the rising costs of diesel fuel. The more money that you spend on fuel, means less profit for you. This makes it even more important to find ways to cut costs and save money as a truck driver or fleet owner. […]
Tips to Stay Safe When Driving Oversized and Heavy Loads
Driving an oversized load can be terrifying. It pushes your truck and trailer, harder than you may have before. You also have more weight on your trailer, making it harder to stop if someone slams on the breaks in front of you. Turning may be scary because you may have some of the load that is not completely on your trailer. It can be harder […]
Tips for Lowering Your Commercial Truck Insurance Costs in Texas
Some people doubt the possibility of lowering the cost of commercial truck insurance in Texas. We are here to assure you that in Texas, you can reduce your commercial truck insurance costs. We will also show you some tips for lowering the premiums you pay for your commercial truck insurance policy. Truckers insurance premiums are costly because trucks are also costly, more likely to be […]