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Regulation Updates For Truck Drivers in 2023

Trucking is a lucrative career that pays well and often offers flexibility while giving you the ability to explore different regions of the country. When it comes to taking on a career as a truck driver, however, you need to ensure you stay updated with the latest regulations. There a
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What Are Common Truck Driver Abbreviations

The trucking industry plays a crucial role in logistics and transportation. It is estimated that around 13 million trucks are currently operating within the United States. Statistics also show that more than 8.9 million people are employed within the trucking industry. When it comes t
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How the Ecommerce Boom Changed Trucking

With the ability to have groceries delivered and two-day shipping for a variety of products, the ecommerce boom has completely changed the trucking industry in recent years. According to the U.S. Freight Transportation Forecast by the American Trucking Association, freight tonnage in
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Logistics Industry Jobs: Drivers, Dispatchers, and Customer Service

Interested in the logistics industry? It’s an ever-growing field with various opportunities for career growth. According to the Bureau of Transportation, transportation and transportation-related industries employ over 13.3 million people, accounting for 9.1% of workers in the United
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Industry News: Opportunities in the Logistics Industry

As 11 billion tons of goods are distributed annually, keeping up with changes in the logistics industry can prove to be important. Whether you’re interested in the industry for job opportunities, or you’re already a part of the logistics industry, Beacon Transport is here to help!  &n
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Most Common Types of Transportation Jobs

Whether you’re looking to change careers or are simply curious about what the transportation industry has to offer, Beacon Transport has the resources you need. Job titles in the transportation industry range from Inventory Control Analyst to Logistics Coordinator. There are man
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Warehouse and logistics jobs in Nashville TN can offer a surprising amount of benefits.

Top Benefits of a Nashville Truck Driving Job

The logistics industry supplies jobs in almost every field, from retail to finance to government. A booming industry, logistics jobs in Nashville TN can offer a surprising amount of benefits. In the private sector, logisticians can handle everything from shipping, warehousing all the
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Trucking Logistics and The Importance of Sleep and How to Get It on the Road

How to Get More Sleep on the Road

It can be very easy to focus solely on the destination when you’re on a long trip. This is why the truckload carrier sets limits on how long a truck driver can spend on the road in a single day. However, there are many other ways to spend your off-time than by sleeping. Aside from dis
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How to Handle Road Rage

We’ve all experienced a sudden rush of anger while navigating traffic. Maybe someone cut in front of you, or slammed on their brakes, or even gestured rudely in your direction — there are multiple reasons to feel this way. This is what’s known as road rage — anger or frustration stemm
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Benefits Of A Trucking Lifestyle

Life on the road isn’t for everyone. And that’s okay. But some people have something in them that sets them apart. Perhaps it’s a strong work ethic, a desire to see the country, or the inability to answer emails behind a desk all day. There’s something extra that people are seeking. A
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