Pete Kleckner and his dog Snickers have a relationship that is extra special, even for pet owners. The truck driver depends on Snickers for more than just cuddles. The highly trained service dog is his ears on and off the road. According to a feature in Overdrive Online, “The independent contractor from Crookston, Minn., never […]
You’ve been on the road for a while, and no food is to be found in your cab. The only place to grab a snack is a gas station. What do you pick? Pizza? Maybe some chips? Ice cream? Not so fast – just because it’s quick and easy doesn’t mean it has to be […]
You’ve been on the road all day, finally pull into a much-needed rest stop where you plan to shower and clean up before dropping off a load. But the shower is broken or looks like might actually get you dirtier. Maintaining good hygiene on the road can be difficult. That’s why Bethany from One Girl […]
With long stretches on the road and only short, intense bursts of time at home, maintaining work-life balance comes as a challenge. Veteran trucker Trent McCain took the extra time to connect with his daughter in the cutest way possible. Shaun Cronin of Irish Examiner tells the story of How McCain’s 9 year old daughter, […]
We saw this story on MPRnews.org and immediately thought it would resonate with our audience of CDL truck drivers. If you have a trucking job or a pet, you will love this story! The story of Percy begins, as all great stories do, at a rest stop in Ohio. Truck driver Paul Robertson and Percy had […]
Earlier this year, Debbie Tucker was a stay-at-home mom with 13 children. Today, she’s an on-the-road mom working with her husband, William, who has been a truck driver for 42 years. The Lexington Herald-Leader recently shared Debbie’s story. As the article explains, the Georgetown, Ky., couple married in 1990, bringing together William’s seven children with […]
For many drivers, the long hauls wouldn’t be possible without their trusted furry companions by their sides. But some dogs and cats can get uncomfortable and anxious in traveling such long distances in a confined space. Charles W. Brant of How Stuff Works: Animals shares some tips to keep your pet happy and comfortable while […]
We don’t have to tell you that trucking is a tough job. Life on the road has its benefits, but there are drawbacks. TheJobNetwork.com published a helpful story about why drivers leave CDL trucking jobs for other careers. Here are the top 6 reasons truckers get out of the trucking business. 1. Pay and Perks Roughly half of drivers […]
It’s Fat Tuesday. While the debauchery, bead throwing and revelry of Mardi Gras is renowned, lesser hailed are the workers who clean up New Orleans’ streets after the parties and parades have ended. One website, BestofNewOrleans.com, is giving these workers their due, however, with a great story on those who clean up after Mardi Gras […]
After a long day or night on the road, maintenance might be the last thing on your mind. But as little as 20 minutes could make the difference between a safe journey and truck troubles when you get back on the road. For new and experienced drivers alike, Accuride’s video series simplifies truck component installation […]
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