Trucking Truth Blog: Articles Tagged 'The Economy And Politics'
From the Driver's Seat
by Tumbleweed
This is the story of 10 years of driving as a truck driver, told by a female trucker. From the amusing to the outright dangerous, the article details the sights seen while driving through the night and during the day.
CDL Training - More Driving Practice
by TruckerMike
TruckerMike shares his journey from a shaky start to mastering the truck transmission, handling turns, and navigating the obstacle course. He shares tips for those who are new to manual transmission and tries to keep everyone safe on the road.
Sometimes It Just Happens!
by Tumbleweed
This truck driver recounts the incident of when they encountered a 900 pound elk on the highway. Find out how holding their lane was the smartest choice they could have made in this moment of crisis.
CDL Training - My First Day Behind the Wheel of a Big Rig!
by TruckerMike
Trucker Mike provides readers with an account of his first time driving a truck, including his struggles with shifting gears and mastering the brakes. He gives readers a glimpse of the process of going through the CDL-A exams, pre-trip inspections, and the obstacle course.
The Training Truck
by Rhonda
This is an informative article about a truck's captivity, spanning 10 years of care and a recent sad separation from its driver. The truck is dismayed at the idea of being sent to the graveyard, and hopes that someone will buy it and take it back out on the road.
The Graveyard
by Rhonda
Full of dead semi's and buses in a back lot, take a journey to the final resting place of truckers' past. Enter the buses and semi's to explore the forgotten stories left behind and reminisce on the good life they had.
Out Of Training And On My Own
by Rhonda
A new Professional Driver faces fear, anxiety, and lack of confidence when starting out. Learn how to gain the confidence needed to navigate the roads safely and overcome your fears.
Just an ol' Trucker Looking at Driving Schools
by Pappy
This article investigates trucking schools and offers insight into the meaning of White Knights of the Highway. Get a glimpse into the world of getting your CDL, and learn the pros and cons of different trucking schools.
Fun Things To Do
by Rhonda
Truck drivers can make driving on the road fun and interesting by collecting postcards from each state and saving articles about women in trucking. Keeping track of mileage, writing notes, and collecting collector cards are other great ways to make trucking fun and interesting!
Leadfoot Jessie and One Toothed Bandit
by Pappy
Follow the story of 'Leadfoot Jessie and 'One Tooth Bandit', two veteran truck drivers, as they embark on a strange and mysterious trucking expedition on 'Route 66'. Learn about their adventures and the surprising events that unfolded during their journey.
Economic Hard Times and The Politics of Change
by Pappy
This article investigates the economic recession in the United States and its effects on truck drivers and the overall economy. It looks at the causes for the recession and how it can lead to an economic depression, along with a breakdown of the gold standard, social security tax, and the potential for civil war.
Golden Rules Of Trucking Safety: Speed and Following Distance
by TruckerMike
This article gives truck drivers and those in the trucking industry an informative overview of safe driving tips. It explains why speed and following distance are the most critical factors, and why accidents often occur in the rain. The article also addresses the importance of patience on the road.
CDL Training - My First Day Of Truck Driving School!
by TruckerMike
This is an informative article for truckers about the first day of CDL training. Learn about the school's teaching style, how the school works to help truckers obtain a CDL license, and the resources available to them.
Trucker's CB Radios: Fire on the Wire!!!
by Pappy
This article discusses CB radio lingo, how it works, the advantages of using it, and the various types of CB radio equipment. It also explains how to interpret CB radio signals and why it is still relevant in the trucking industry.
Three Days In A Truck
by Rhonda
This article is a guide for truck drivers on their road trips, covering topics such as pre-trip safety, weighing loads, finding the best fuel prices, and more. Tips such as using a CAT Scale Collector Card and getting free coffee with a Loves card are included.
Mom's First Ride In A Semi
by Rhonda
A truck driver takes their mom on a ride in a semi for the first time. Along the way, they point out the different gauges, mirrors, and switches and explain the importance of them. They have to go through a DOT scale, and later hit a bumpy road. At the end, they both find the experience enjoyable!
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Truck Driving Jobs Increase From Dec '08 To Jan '09
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TruckingTruth has seen an increase in trucking job listings since December 2008 and one of their authors was pre-hired. Learn why trucking companies are still hiring, what you need to know to get a job, and follow the journey of one of their authors as he attends truck driving school and chronicles his experience.
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