Truck Drivers Required to Provide More Medical Information

As of April 20, 2016, Medical Examiners who perform physicals on commercial truck drivers are now required to use the new Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) Medical Examination Form (MSCA-5875) and Medical Examiner’s Certificate (MSCA-5876). On April 11, 2016, CBS N
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Should I Become a Truck Driver?

The trucking industry is the heart of America. Every day, truck drivers transport vital resources across the nation to ensure each city can meet its needs. Truck drivers are a powerful part of a successful America, and taking pride in the job is critical to success. While some see the
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The Truckers Everyday Carry (EDC)

While your truck has room for some items, it can’t carry everything. So, what are those essential items you will need to take with you while on the road? Here we will go over essential everyday carry (EDC) and dive into specific examples of actual truckers and their EDC.
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That’s Sage Advice: 7 Things Every Potential Trucker Should Know

Truck driving can be a great job. You get to enjoy time outside the office. You get to see the sights and enjoy different scenery every day. Over the road truckers even get to travel and explore other parts of the country. Of course, truck driving careers aren’t for everyone. In fact,
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Drive You to Distraction: The Dangers of Distracted Driving

We’ve all seen it…that vehicle swerving in and out of its lane, coming dangerously close to other vehicles around it. That’s when you notice the driver, fiddling with the radio or looking down at his or her cell phone. Driving while distracted is no joke. In fact, according to recent
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What It Takes to Be a Truck Driver

Are you considering a career as a truck driver? While driving a truck isn’t for everyone, for some there is no other job that would bring them more joy and fulfillment. If you believe you fall into the latter category, here are the steps that are needed in order to realize your dream.
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Is Being a Truck Driver the Life for Me? What You Need to Know

For some people, the idea of climbing up into the cab of an 18 wheeler and hitting the open road sounds like a dream come true. It’s important to point out, however, that truck driver jobs aren’t for everyone. It’s a truly unique lifestyle and given the amount of training involved, po
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7 Questions to Ask a Recruiter When Applying for a Nashville Trucking Job

The good news is, you’ve been invited to interview for what seems like a great job at a Nashville truck driving company. The bad news is, not every opportunity is ideal for everyone. Before signing on the dotted line and hopping into the cab, you’ll want to ask a few important questio
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Trucking Safety Tips: Staying Awake on the Roads

As a truck driver, you spend long hours on the road – many times overnight. Although these trips offer the opportunity to enjoy peaceful time to yourself, it can sometimes be difficult to stay awake. You never want to drive if you feel like you are about to doze off. Use these t
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How to Get a Commercial Driver’s Licence (CDL)

Trucking can be a very rewarding and lucrative career, but before you become a driver, you will need to obtain your commercial driver’s license (CDL). Getting your CDL will open up doors of opportunity to working in a solid, stable career.
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