Driver Lifestyles

Getting Down on Your Downtime

By Brandon Baxter - Staff Writer
Posted Mar 17th 2025 8:00AM
As a commercial truck driver, effectively using your downtime is crucial for both managing your workload and maximizing your readiness for when the next load is offered. Whether you're waiting to be dispatched, on a mandatory break, or experiencing delays, making the most of these moments can significantly impact your efficiency and overall success. Prioritizing rest, maintaining your truck, planning routes, and staying organized with paperwork ensures that you’re always pr...
  • Holidays on the Road

    By Brandon Baxter - Staff Writer
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    By Brandon Baxter - Staff Writer
    Posted Jul 24th 2024 8:00AM
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    By Brandon Baxter - Staff Writer
    Posted Feb 5th 2024 8:00AM
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  • Life on the Road at the Holidays

    By Brandon Baxter - Staff Writer
    Posted Nov 20th 2023 8:00AM
    Consider what it may feel like to be, in some cases, thousands of miles away from the ones you love, especially during t...
  • Life on the Road at the Holidays

    By Brandon Baxter - Staff Writer
    Posted Dec 1st 2022 8:00AM
    Consider what it may feel like to be, in some cases, thousands of miles away from the ones you love, especially during t...