High achievers in trucking make more money and have a more fulfilling career. This is my approach to making a great living in trucking.
Do Driver Retention And Turnover Rates Matter? We don't believe so. You must understand why some companies have a higher turnover.
Trucking is more than a job, it's a lifestyle. It takes time to learn and adjust. Here are some fantastic tips for managing your life on the road.
Sometimes we make life difficult on ourselves. Here are some common mistakes that rookie truck drivers should avoid.
Going on the road with a trainer can be a very trying time for a CDL student. Here is our advice for surviving that tough time in your career.
Female truck drivers will occasionally get rude, unwelcome comments from men. Here are some hilarious examples of how I've dealt with it over the years.
Small trucking companies are often hanging on by a thread because it's nearly impossible to survive as a small company in a commodity business. Here's why.
Many people think drop and hooks are the answer to getting more miles, but that's not always the case. Here are some things to ponder.
Truck drivers are given lot of freedom and flexibility for accomplishing the task, which can be a blessing. But it's also one of the biggest challenges new drivers face.
Truck drivers can be vulnerable to attackers after their money, their freight, or their truck. Here are some great ways to keep yourself safe on the road.
Starting a new career is difficult. You face so many unknowns. Here is the story of how I handled my fears and overcame some very tough situations early in my career.
Before you begin CDL training there are a lot of requirements and things to consider. Here are some of the most important.
Every driver gets stuck in tiny parking lots or on narrow rural roads with seemingly no place to go. Here are my stories of tough times in tight spaces.
Being humble and coachable is critical to success, especially as a student in CDL training. Many careers were cut short by inflated egos.
Team driving sounds like a good idea to many new drivers, but the reality is often far different.
Some drivers get special favors, extra home time, more miles, and better loads than others. Why is that? We'll explain what it takes to get the best treatment.
Trucking involves long days with erratic sleep schedules. Here are some of the realities of life on the road when it comes to getting enough sleep.
Getting through truck driving school and your initial training period can be tough financially. I had huge debts and was in a mess. Here is what I did to get through.
You might think student drivers are the most dangerous on the highway, but they're not. Drivers with some experience are, and here's why.
If I was to give a commencement speech to truck driving school graduates, this would be it. From all I've learned over the years, here is what I'd like you to know.
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TruckingTruth was founded by Brett Aquila (that's me!), a 15 year truck driving veteran, in January 2007. After 15 years on the road I wanted to help people understand the trucking industry and everything that came with the career and lifestyle of an over the road trucker. We'll help you make the right choices and prepare for a great start to your trucking career.
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