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Trucker Sleeping Tips: How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep on the Road
Have you ever noticed how people love complaining about their sleep? Even those with memory foam mattresses, blackout curtains, and perfect thermostats still toss and turn. Now imagine trying to get quality shut-eye while parked at a truck stop, with reefer units humming and lot lights blazing through your windows. Compound that with irregular schedules, […]
Tips & Best Practices for Truck Driving at Night
It’s 2 AM on I-80, and the highway belongs to you. The daytime chaos of four-wheelers and rush hour traffic is replaced by a peaceful rhythm of white lines and tail lights. For many truckers, this is the sweet spot – when the open road truly opens up. But as any experienced driver knows, the […]
Breaking Down Monthly Truck Parking Costs
Truck drivers spend significant expenses on food, tolls, fuel, personal needs, and truck parking. Naturally, when so much money goes toward these essentials, finding ways to save and capitalize on discounts becomes a priority. While some restaurants offer special deals for truckers and gas stations provide loyalty cards, the cost of truck parking varies greatly. […]
10 Must-Have Trucking Tools: Assemble Your Ultimate Trucker Toolkit
Gone are the days when a basic tool kit and a dog-eared road atlas were all you needed in your truck. Modern trucking demands modern solutions – from smart apps that find you parking to reliable tools that keep you rolling. Every minute counts when you’re on the road, and having the right tools at […]
Common Dangerous Truck Driving Behaviors & How to Avoid Them
Nobody knows the challenges of the road better than professional drivers. With millions of miles of collective experience, truckers understand the complex mix of factors that can turn a routine run into a risky situation. However, between tight schedules and unpredictable traffic, the pressures of the job can sometimes push even the most skilled drivers […]
Top 5 Most Popular Interstate Highways Among Trucker Members
A recent survey of Trucker Members found that Interstate 80 and Interstate 10 tied as the most popular highways, with each capturing 18.6% of responses. The top five most-traveled interstates (I-80, I-10, I-40, I-95, and I-90) form crucial corridors connecting major freight hubs across the United States.
Is Truck Parking Tax Deductible? Breaking Down Tax Deductions for Truckers
Truck parking taxes and tax legislation is a conversation among truckers that seems to cause quite a stir. Details such as identifying allowable operating costs, how to minimize tax outlay, and following the letter of the tax laws as observed by the Internal Revenue Service are important to truckers who want to run efficient financial […]
Trends Facing the Trucking Industry in 2025
The trucking industry forecast 2025 reveals a landscape of rapid innovation and significant transformation for stakeholders across the United States. As the backbone of the nation’s economy, the trucking sector is set to experience substantial changes driven by technological advancements, regulatory updates, and evolving market demands. Staying informed about these trucking industry trends is essential […]
Short-Haul Trucking Boom Highlights Growing Need for Flexible Parking Solutions
Short-haul deliveries are soaring as e-commerce demand grows, reshaping trucking operations and fueling an urgent need for flexible parking solutions—especially in urban areas where drivers need secure, convenient spots for shorter routes.
Understanding Cargo Theft in the US
With advancing technologies, you might think cargo theft is a thing of the past. However, that couldn’t be further from the truth. According to CargoNet, a company that records cargo theft, there were about 692 incidents reported across the US and Canada in 2023, an increase of 59% from the previous year. The outlook for […]