Trucking Truth Blog: Articles Tagged 'Driver Responsibilities'
What You Need To Know Before Beginning CDL Training
by Rainy
This article provides essential tips for potential truck drivers on how to prepare for a CDL and land a job. Learn about the requirements for a clean driving record, criminal record, drug/alcohol history, medical record, and employment history.
Trucker's Sleep: A Rare Commodity
by Rainy
This article provides an in-depth look at the demands of trucking, sleep patterns, and mental health. It explains the importance of understanding one's own body clock and how to fit in sleep when possible. It also discusses the 14 hour clock and how it can be a lie, and how to communicate with dispatch to ensure safety.
Think Only Newbies Have Accidents? Think Again!
by Rainy
This article provides truck drivers with safety tips, including the correlation between experience and accidents, backing accidents, and more. It also explains why experienced drivers are more likely to have an accident and how to prevent them.
The First Year Trap
by Rainy
TruckingTruth provides advice for first year drivers on how to make the most of their first year in the trucking industry. Learn how to avoid the First Year Trap by having the right attitude, communicating effectively, and performing well.
Do Real Truckers Drive Automatic Transmissions?
by Old School
This article explains why shifting gears isn't a real skill and why auto shift transmissions are here to stay. It also looks at the other important skills and traits that make a real truck driver, such as trip planning, communication, problem solving, etc.
The Need for Speed Can Hurt You
by Rainy
This article provides tips for truck drivers on how to drive safely and efficiently. Learn how to slow down, pay attention to detail, and use Google Earth to plan routes. Additionally, learn how to navigate truck stops and customer parking lots safely and how to maximize fuel efficiency.
Top Tier Truck Drivers Operate Like Great Business Owners
by Old School
This article explains how truck drivers can be successful by applying the same principles of success that small business owners must embrace. It also explains how truck drivers can increase their income by developing a track record of consistent performance.
Show Me The Money!
by Old School
Trucking can be a great way to make money, but it's important to understand how performance based pay works. Learn how to create trust with your driver manager and measure out your own salary to make the most money possible.
Scared of that Perverted, Creepy Trainer?
by Rainy
This article provides tips for women truckers on how to handle sexual harassment, male trainers, and other issues they may face. It also provides advice on how to protect yourself and your career, and how to accurately and immediately report any problems.
Don't You Dare Miss That Sign
by Old School
Signs are an essential part of the trucking industry and can save lives and equipment. Learn why signs are important, how to read them, and how to avoid accidents and danger.
Truckers Need Extraordinary Responsibility And Self-Reliance
by Rainy
Trucking is a unique industry that requires a high level of personal responsibility and self-reliance. Learn how to accept responsibility for your decisions, practice and research to get the answers you need, and network with experienced drivers to excel in the trucking industry.
Finding The Motivation To Keep On Trucking
by Rainy
This article provides tips and tricks for truck drivers to stay motivated and achieve success. Learn how to set goals, manage time, and stay focused to reach your goals. Discover how to find motivation from within and how to avoid burnout.
Four Traps That New Truck Drivers Fall Into
by Old School
This article provides tips for truck drivers and anyone in the trucking industry on how to avoid common traps that cause people to quit their trucking career prematurely. It explains the research, training, and solo traps, as well as the starter company trap. It encourages readers to be tenacious and independent to achieve success in the trucking industry.
The Mental Side of Trucking: Decision Making And Judgment
by Rainy
Truck drivers must have the ability to evaluate information and make good decisions. This article explains the importance of making good decisions and how it affects your career. It also outlines the consequences of poor judgment and decision making.
Do I Have What It Takes To Be A Successful Truck Driver?
by Old School
This article explains the importance of proving your worth as a truck driver to succeed in the trucking industry. Find out what qualities make a successful truck driver, how to communicate with dispatch, and how to manage time efficiently.
Should Drivers Refuse To Work For Companies With Forced Dispatch?
by Old School
Force dispatch is when a truck driver is not allowed to refuse a load assignment. Understand why companies may force dispatch and the consequences of refusing a load. Learn why it is important to accept load assignments and how it can help you succeed in trucking.
According To Dispatch, 1 Out Of 5 Drivers Does A Great Job
by Old School
Truck drivers need to understand the competitive nature of the trucking industry. This article explains how drivers can be successful and make the most of their career. Learn about the subtle nuances that help one to succeed and how to be the first one in the gate at customers. Professionalism beats being bullheaded everyday.
Trucking Is A Competition Between Drivers. Can You Hang With The Big Dogs?
by Old School
Trucking is a performance-based industry, just like professional sports. Drivers are constantly being measured up with all sorts of statistics and rewarded for their accomplishments. Learn how to distinguish yourself as a driver and stand out from the competition by putting up the proper numbers and making the necessary sacrifices to be the 'Go To Guy'.
I'm A Trucker. What's Your Superpower?
by Old School
This article provides a three point plan for becoming a successful trucker. Safety, service, and success are the three main points of focus for anyone wanting to become a trucking Super Hero. Learn how to maximize your efforts and become a successful trucker.
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