How Far Will You Go? Deciding how far to deadhead for the next load is never an easy choice. Recently, we delivered to an area that left us with little exit strategies. Once the delivery was complete, we debated which direction we should go next? I wanted to head one way, while my husband preferred another route. After talking it over, we decided to go the direction he suggested because it also gave us an opportunity to take care of a maintenance concern. Once the repair was ...

Where Do You Park? Finding safe and reliable parking is one of the biggest ongoing challenges in the trucking industry. Every driver understands that semi-truck parking is limited, especially during peak evening hours when drivers are trying to comply with Hours of Service regulations. The struggle to find a place to stop for a mandatory 30-minute break or an overnight rest period is something nearly every truck driver experiences on a regular basis. It is common to see drive...

Each May, the nation observes Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to recognizing the importance of emotional and mental well-being. For those in the trucking industry, this message carries even greater significance. Driving a commercial vehicle is more than just a profession - it is a lifestyle that often includes long hours, demanding schedules, high stress, and extended periods away from family and friends. While truck drivers are essential to keeping America mo...

Down, But Not Out As I write this week's article, we are living out of a hotel room while our truck is in the shop getting some much-needed TLC. For nearly three weeks, we had been trying to get the truck in for preventative maintenance. That can be easier said than done when your preferred service center isn't close to home and your routes don't naturally take you near their location. Yesterday, we finally got her in. We already knew we'd be here for several days because the...