Articles by Evan Shelley (Page 7)

The allure of the open road: Xbox’s new release is the latest in popular trucking simulator games

Truck Parking Club analyzed how trucking video game simulations are being used for both leisure and commercial recruitment and training.

How Early Should You Start Looking for Truck Parking?

In an industry where timing is absolutely everything, finding a convenient place to park your truck can mean the difference between success and failure. Well-rested truck drivers who haven’t wasted several hours each week looking for spaces tend to service their routes far better than those who don’t. But with truck parking spaces in the …

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How to Optimize Your Truck Parking Business Costs

Your truck parking lot may seem more crowded than ever before due to the lack of sufficient places for truckers to stay for a few hours or a night. However, that may not be the case for your budget if it doesn’t seem to show any spikes in revenue.  Some of the reasons why your …

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Truck Routing Apps vs. Truck Parking Finder Apps: Key Differences & Benefits

Truck drivers are like tech-savvy navigators on wheels, leveraging modern tools to reach their destinations efficiently. Beyond using GPS navigation and logging into ELD devices, drivers benefit from mobile apps like routing tools and truck parking finders.  Truck routing apps and parking finders are the right hands of truck drivers, helping them locate the least …

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Truck Parking Business Cybersecurity Risk: Learn How to Protect Your Parking Lot

Trucking is the backbone of America, with drivers delivering essential goods nationwide. Unfortunately, this importance makes truckers and truck parking lots prime targets for hackers seeking to steal sensitive information or disrupt deliveries. With the growing number of apps and software, even a single risky link can compromise a whole workday. Every cybersecurity threat—big or …

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Parking Safety Tips for Female Truckers

According to the FMCSA’s 2022 Crime Prevention for Truckers Study, female truck drivers often encounter harassment at truck stops, fueling stations, and rest areas. Moreover, these places are frequently labeled high-risk areas due to insufficient security and monitoring.  Given the current truck parking landscape, female truckers may find themselves in locations with limited fencing, security …

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Understanding Commercial Truck Parking Regulations in Residential Areas

As cities continue to evolve and grow, managing commercial truck parking in residential areas becomes an increasingly important issue. On August 14, 2024, the Public & Traffic Safety Committee discussed these concerns, specifically focusing on the challenges that large vehicles pose when parked on local streets in Oregon. Truck Parking Regulations According to Police Chief …

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Federal Government Takes Major Steps to Address Truck Parking Crisis

The U.S. House Transportation Appropriations Subcommittee recently announced a $200 million allocation for truck parking, bringing the issue into the national spotlight. As the federal government expands parking capacity, truckers can expect improvements to safety, efficiency, and working conditions. Federal Funding to Expand Truck Parking  In late June 2024, Congressional leaders introduced a provision in …

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Truck Parking During Holidays

The holidays may be the busiest time of the year for truckers, working hard to deliver the festive mood to stores all over the country. You, along with millions of other truckers, hit the road during Christmas and New Year, ensuring shelves are stocked, and celebrations go off without a hitch. However, for many, the …

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Winter Trucking Safety Tips

Even the most experienced truck drivers know that winter weather changes everything on the road. When temperatures drop, and the snow starts falling, the margin for error gets as thin as black ice.  It’s not just about driving differently – it’s about being ready before you ever put the key in the ignition. These aren’t …

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