We hear from drivers all the time about the amount of wasted time spent in shipper facilities waiting for loads or simply being “shelved” until the shipper is ready to move. Too often, drivers are powerless to enforce penalties or trigger action because they lack credible source of proof of when they were forecasted to arrive and when they actually did.
Read More »Driver Pain Point: Hurry Up and Wait – Detention Time Misery
There is a good article in 10-4 Magazine by Kim Grimm about NASTC (National Association of Small trucking Companies) and the positive benefits small trucking fleet operators get through membership. I attended their annual convention recently and was struck by how truly committed David Owen and his staff are to improving the operating success of their member fleets, and choosing vendors that are just as committed to this same cause.
I bet you thought tracking trucks and drivers was fun enough – how about when your delivering camels – In Ethiopia!
I like this compilation by David Henry, but he forgot to include the joys of using his BigRoad app to keep his log paperwork straight.
Read More »25 Reasons Why Trucking Is Better Than It Used to Be
When you’re out on the road for long stretches of time – away from home and family – trucking can be an exhausting and lonely job. Many truckers cope by bringing a furry friend along for the ride. In fact, more than 60% of OTR drivers own pets, while 40% take their pets on runs. Truckers with pets say that they are happier, healthier and better drivers because of their companions. How could a pet benefit you?
Well it’s been a couple months since the new HOS rules were put in place by the FMCSA. How are you managing with them?
Read More »So it’s been a couple months…liking the new HOS Rules?
Did you know that truck drivers are twice as likely to be obese compared to the average American? Life on the road is tough. Sitting for long hours with limited food options can make it difficult to eat healthy on the road.
As the New Year rolls in, it’s a good time to start thinking about how you can make this year better than the last. When your life is on the road it can be challenging to think of what it means to change your routine and especially, how to get started.
