Trucking Life Blog
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Aug 18, 2019
Had to pay a deposit to take Service Dog on the truck
my friend is a driver for TransAm (please dont think less of him lol) hes basically using it as a stepping stone to a better company. He has a Service
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Aug 12, 2019
Truck Driving Jobs
Find out if a truck driving job is compatible with who you are and you're situation first. Learn what skills are required and what to expect.
Aug 09, 2019
Trucking Risk Insurance Specialist
If you are opening a Trucking company make sure you can get Insurance. I get calls all the time from new owners who have started their company and
Aug 09, 2019
An American Truck Driver and Undercover Agent
This is a fiction about a Christian truck driver who is asked by the feds to help in catching Isis terrorists trying to build a nuclear bomb In the USA.He
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Aug 05, 2019
Truckers Drink Too Many Energy Drink
I drank wayyyy too many energy drinks as a trucker. I started out only drinking them when needing extra energy. Then I started drinking them in a preventive
Aug 02, 2019
Richardson Quick Charge Jumpstarter
Richardson E-18 quick charge jumpstarter This Richardson E-18 Jumpstarter is a high-output charger with quick recharge mode to reduce down time. Instantly
Aug 02, 2019
LOOKING FOR 1/2" chains and 1/2"-5/8" binders
I am looking for 10 1/2 chains, preferably 6-8' long (but no matter, if longer, I'll cut 'em). And 7 1/2-5/8 rachet binders. Everything MUST be grade
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Aug 02, 2019
Retired now want to start trucking at Company with free CDL training program
Been trying to get into one of the companies that offer paid CDL training programs. Keep getting turned down cause NO past Three tears Work history.
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Jul 31, 2019
Video - Waiting to Get My Truck Worked On Talking Maintenance
While waiting to get my truck worked on, I turned on the camera and didn't know what I was going to talk about. I ended up explaining my philosophy on
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Jul 31, 2019
Lost my son suddendly 2 months ago, 2nd son is broken..
My son Geoffery Allen Burgess of Aiken SC, died suddenly the end of April. It was from a brain tumor that no one, including him, had known about. His 18
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Jul 30, 2019
Trucking Tools, Equipment and Gear for Life on The Road
Trucking tools, trucking equipment, and stuff to take on the road trucking
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Jul 30, 2019
Need a personal trainer for CDL Bus
Florida, Ft. Lauderdale area - Seeking a private instructor to prepare me for the CDL road test, using our bus. Pay rate is negotiable $18 -$25/hr depending
Jul 29, 2019
Hauling Containers a.k.a. Intermodal
Intermodal driver haul containers many times between ports and distribution centers or other facilities.
Jul 29, 2019
Family and Work Conflict Resolution
You will need conflict resolutions skills as a trucker. You might need to apply it with drivers, dispatchers, or your significant other.
Jul 28, 2019
Richardson E-18 quick jumpstarter
This Richardson E-18 Jumpstarter is a high-output charger with quick recharge mode to reduce down time. Instantly starts vehicles multiple times in a row
Jul 27, 2019
Is it true that truckers are paid by the mile?
Is it true that a trucker can be paid by the miles?
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Jul 26, 2019
Reasons my ac keep shutting on and off while i am driving?
Why does my ac keep shutting on and off while i am driving
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Jul 26, 2019
I want to be an OTR Owner Operator
There are a LOT of details involved with my question, so please bear with me. I have been a successful taxi driver in southern California for about
Jul 24, 2019
Can truckers really be home every weekend
My boyfriend keeps talking about he’s going to a new company where he will be home every weekend? Can anybody testify to this? Are there really companies
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Jul 24, 2019
I Quit Drinking Energy Drinks - Here's Why
I also just about completely cut out juices. Stopped soda a long time ago.Trucker's Juice is much better and healthier to drink.
We already sit for hours each day, the extra sugar can easily lead to extra health problems.
You can get as much energy in your day by increasing the exercises that you do in the morning or whenever you need a boost.
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Jul 24, 2019
I Quit Drinking Energy Drinks - Here's Why
I also just about completely cut out juices. Stopped soda a long time ago.Trucker's Juice is much better and healthier to drink.
We already sit for hours each day, the extra sugar can easily lead to extra health problems.
You can get as much energy in your day by increasing the exercises that you do in the morning or whenever you need a boost.
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Jul 23, 2019
In A roll over semi accident and partner did it while I was in sleeper berth
In a rollover semi accident when team driver wrecked while I was in sleeper berth and after 3 months of intense physical therapy. I am not better, shoulder
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Jul 23, 2019
Owning a semi with no road time
The insurance company that my Brother is with who has his own authority and semi truck with want me to have experience on the road. I'm the owner of
Jul 23, 2019
This Video Highlights Some Ideas For Success
You do have to take care of your truck but you also have other things to do preventive maintenance on that you might not have considered in the same light...
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Jul 22, 2019
5 Trucking Tips for Beginner Truckers With Video
1. Get out of the truck every 3 hours. Prolonged sitting has been shown to have adverse effects on the body. 2. Take your food with you on the road.
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Jul 20, 2019
Trucker Jobs for new and experienced drivers
I have openings for new drivers as well as experienced or for those seeking to go to school. I have information for people with felonies and You can
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Jul 17, 2019
Some Maintenance Advice For New Owner Operators
New owner operators might try to put off some work until it is absolutely necessary. Sometimes, it makes sense to be proactive. For example if you have
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Jul 14, 2019
Homeschooling 16 year old son on the road
who else has homeschooled their kid(s)out on the road??? Or who has had them live almost their whole lives in a truck and trucking is all they've ever
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