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Trailers: Some Common Problems, Fixes, and Items To Carry With You
We all drive our personal vehicles, and yet most of us are not mechanics. Well, the same applies to those who drive big rigs! But there are some common problems that you’ll come across when dealing with your trailer that you can easily fix, or avoid altogether. There are a few things that you should always carry with you in the truck, and we’ll cover some of them here too. You’ll learn a lot during your training, and the rest will come with more time behind the wheel. Continue reading
Women In Trucking: Tips For Safety and Comfort
For the women who are thinking about entering the trucking world, do not let anyone tell you that you can not succeed in this business. You can read about Lillie Drennan who was the first woman truck driver in 1929 … Continue reading
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