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Consider long term effects Today's drivers should be experiencing higher rates over years past. The uptick in rates are a welcome change from the lower rates and is also a much needed boost for driver morale. While the recent years have been leading many drivers to consider other avenues of...

In the past couple of months, we have really had some odd freight and while this was not our typical freight we still had a lot of fun with it. In expediting, as soon as we need to use our lift gate or hand load or unload the pay for the load reflects our efforts. We knew when we accepted the...

Winter has arrived and with it comes the slipping and sliding of not just cars and trucks, but people too. Truck drivers can get in the habit of entering and exiting their vehicles without a thought to slipping and falling, but when the temperatures drop and the precipitation starts to fall, we...

Owner Operator, do you ever drive along and wonder "Exactly What IS Phys Dam?" “Phys Dam” is short for Physical Damage. Physical Damage is the Comp and Collision Insurance Coverage on your truck. Collision insurance covers your truck if it is damaged by hitting something or overturns. Comp is...

Recently while traveling in our personal vehicle we needed a hotel room for one night. Our daughter suggested stopping at a La Quinta Inn and were we surprised. We stayed at the La Quinta on the south side of Dallas and there was no pet deposit and Texas’s weight was not an issue. The best...

Expediting is not a job you come into and make a lot of money starting out. It takes time, learning & hard work to make a good living in this industry. CLICK HERE to see more...

Having a handsfree headset is a must out on the road. We were sent the Vxi BlueParrott C400-XT headset to test out & here is our review of it. CLICK HERE to see more...

The apocalypse that was to be on December 18 has come and gone, yet we are still here. As it turned out, the ELD mandate and all the catastrophic forecasts for the trucking industry on that fateful December day were all hype. Just like Y2K (for those that remember the Y2K ‘end of life as we know...

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Recently I saw an article about free parking in an RV Guide Yep, you guessed it, number one listed place to park for free is truck stops for RV’ers. There are truck stops that have parking for RV’s in front of the convenience store but the article did not mention where the free parking should...

Having a good mattress is essential for getting a good nights rest in a truck. We recently replaced ours with a SleepDog Mattress & think it is one of the best truck mattresses for the money. CLICK HERE to see more...

‘Twas the week before Christmas ‘Twas the week before Christmas, When all over the land, Many drivers were scrambling, with a deadline at hand. They waited and hoped for a congressional repeal, But now they are seeing that the mandate is real. READ MORE...

‘Twas the week before Christmas ‘Twas the week before Christmas, In the year ‘17, I will not comply, not even one ping. I fought and I rallied, but to no avail, This driver is gone, I will not be trailed.... Whether you agree or disagree with the ELD mandate, it really comes down to a business...

Landstar has a program to recognize those that go above and beyond the job's demands. Here is the description of the Landstar Star of Quality award Landstar.com When members of the Landstar family go above and beyond the call of duty, their extra efforts are recognized with Landstar’s Star of...

A dashcam is one of the most invaluable tools to have out on the road. We were sent the ROAV Dashcam C1 to test out & here is our review of it. CLICK HERE to see more...

This post of Looking Both Ways takes a look at methods of obtaining ongoing training. Participating in ongoing training is a must for a professional in any industry to advance. Many opportunities exist to enhance your knowledge and skills – each perhaps giving you an edge over your peers...

The truck stops have the right to ban all pets. When looking around at the mess left by pets whose owners do not clean up after them I have to wonder why the truck stops allow people to continue to walk their dogs. Big dogs leave big messes and usually, these are easy to avoid when out...

As drivers we all have to deal with driving in inclement conditions. There are times when we feel it's unsafe to drive and need to shut down. You should never be pressured by your carrier, dispatch or owner to continue if you don't feel it's safe. CLICK HERE to see more...

It is that time of the year that many people look forward to all year long. As we are in the midst of the Christmas Season, and with all the added stress it can bring with it, don’t lose your business focus. When you spend a lot of time on the road, you tend to look forward to certain occasions...

One of the best times of the year, exceptional music, great lights, decorations, and food. I have a few of my favorite decorations in the truck. Even our pets get into the Christmas spirit. Texas has a Christmas collar and last year I found a few outfits for Squeaky on a clearance sale. He...