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Productive Ways to Manage Your Downtime

By Brandon Baxter - Staff Writer
Posted Mar 24th 2026 8:00AM
Commercial truck drivers spend a significant portion of their careers not only driving, but also waiting—waiting for dispatch, waiting during mandatory breaks, waiting while freight is being loaded or unloaded, or waiting between loads. While downtime can sometimes feel unproductive, it can actually become one of the most valuable parts of a driver’s schedule if used properly. Learning how to manage downtime effectively can improve health, finances, organization, and over...

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