Entries by Elijah Larson

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What CDL Drivers Need to Know About Operation Safe Driver Week 2026

Every year, commercial drivers across North America can expect to see an increased law enforcement presence during Operation Safe Driver Week. The annual safety campaign is designed to encourage safer driving behaviors while reducing crashes caused by risky driving habits.     This year’s campaign will once again bring increased traffic enforcement to highways across the […]

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Summer Truck Driving Tips: Stay Cool, Stay Safe, and Protect Your Truck

Summer brings longer days and plenty of opportunities to cover miles, but it also introduces challenges that drivers need to prepare for. High temperatures can affect both drivers and equipment. Heat increases the risk of dehydration and fatigue, puts additional strain on engines and tires, and often brings heavier traffic, construction zones, and severe afternoon […]

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How to Get Your First Truck Driving Job with No Experience

Finding your first truck driving job can feel challenging, especially when many job postings ask for previous experience. Fortunately, plenty of carriers hire recent CDL graduates and provide the training and support new drivers need to get started.    Many companies offer paid training, mentorship, and opportunities to build safe driving experience. The key is […]

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Trucking with a Pet: Tips for Life on the Road

Long hours behind the wheel can make the road feel lonely at times. For some truck drivers, bringing a pet along helps make life on the road more enjoyable. Whether it’s a dog riding shotgun or a cat curled up in the sleeper berth, pets can provide companionship, routine, and a sense of home no matter where the job […]

Stay Safe: Essential Tips for Truckers in Construction Zone

Road construction season brings lane closures, shifting traffic patterns, reduced speed limits, and unexpected delays.    For truck drivers, those changes can create challenges that require extra attention behind the wheel. Narrow lanes, merging traffic, uneven pavement, and sudden slowdowns leave less room for error, especially when operating a large commercial vehicle.    A fully loaded truck needs more […]

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Lost Your Trucking Job? Here’s What to Do Next

Losing a trucking job can hit hard, especially when it happens unexpectedly. Whether you were laid off, left after a company shutdown, or separated from a carrier for another reason, the first few days afterward can feel stressful and uncertain. Bills do not stop, freight markets change quickly, and it is easy to feel pressure to accept the first […]

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Best Jobs for Veterans After the Military: Why Trucking Is a Strong Option

For many veterans, transitioning out of military service means looking for a career that offers stability, purpose, structure, and room to grow. It also means finding a workplace that values leadership, discipline, adaptability, and teamwork instead of requiring veterans to completely reinvent themselves in civilian life.    That is one reason trucking continues to stand […]