Long hours and tough hauls are the bread and butter of every trucker. But even trucking superheroes need to take off their cape every now and then. Or even have to, according to the Hours of Service (HOS) regulations. HOS rules regulate how many hours truckers can drive daily, ensuring they get enough rest between …
Truck driving demands energy and involves long periods of sitting and manipulating heavy objects. It is a rewarding job, but it has its physical costs, notably the knees. One well-known problem among many truckers is driver’s knee or patellofemoral pain syndrome. This article will give you all you need to know about drivers knee: what …
The truck parking shortage is a deeply concerning and commonly overlooked issue in the United States. Due to the truck parking crisis, the number of available spots constantly falls short of demand, and truckers are faced with the daily grind of finding legal and safe parking spaces. The issue is only made worse as rest …
There are truck parking lots, and there are THE truck parking lots. Iowa 80 falls into that second category. Boasting an impressive 220 acres, and located in Walcott, Iowa, the Iowa 80 Truckstop is the largest truck parking lot in the world. But does being the largest truck parking facility go hand in hand with …
Truck Parking Club used White House data to analyze how states are spending federal infrastructure dollars to invest in their communities.
Picture yourself driving along a desolate freeway in Washington when suddenly you spot long stretches of trucks in front of you. So, why do trucks pull over on the highway? In this blog, we are going to analyze why there is an increase in the parking of semi trucks on the highway and give some …
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Would it be a little too dramatic to suggest a lack of truck parking spaces is decimating the transport industry? Probably, but we wouldn’t be too far off the mark with that assertion. With only 300K spaces provided for three million trucks – equating to a single parking space for every 10 drivers – the …
One of the most important aspects of logistics is efficient truck transportation. For this reason, it is necessary to understand the spatial requirements of trucks prior to designing and planning for parking facilities. Besides safety concerns, trucks need spacious areas for their operations to be effective. This blog explores the realm of truck parking and …
The trucking industry depends on a network of parking areas to keep drivers safe and deliveries on schedule. So, the question is, how many parking spaces per acre? By maximizing parking space utilization, the total logistics process can be improved. Factors Affecting Parking Space Utilization Layout And Design The layout and design of a truck …
Long-haul journeys can be physically and mentally taxing on truck drivers. However, with the right strategies and techniques, it’s possible to enhance driver comfort and make these journeys more enjoyable. This article will explore a range of indispensable tips that can drastically improve truck driver comfort during long hauls. 1. Regular Stops at Parking Lots …
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