CDL drivers
FMCSA Prepares Hours of Service Pilot Programs for Expanded Driver Testing in 2027
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has completed the initial testing phase of two Hours of Service (HOS) pilot programs to examine...
Reefer vs. Dry Van: Understanding the Differences Before You Choose a Trailer
For someone new to trucking, a reefer trailer and a dry van can look almost identical from the outside. Both are enclosed trailers,...
How New Truck Drivers Can Choose the Right Commercial Truck Insurance
Buying commercial truck insurance is one of the first major business decisions many new owner-operators face, and it can also be one of...
The First Year Behind the Wheel Shapes the Rest of Your Trucking Career
The first year of trucking has a way of teaching lessons that CDL school can't. You'll figure out where you like to fuel,...
Kenworth Announces 11 Semi-Finalists for 2026 Transition Trucking Driving for Excellence Award
Kenworth, Fastport and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Hiring Our Heroes initiative have announced the 11 semi-finalists for the 2026 Transition Trucking:...
How Long Does a Semi Truck Battery Last? Signs It’s Time for a Replacement
Most semi truck batteries remain reliable for three to five years, but no calendar date tells you exactly when it's time for a...
Understanding Driver Scorecards and How Trucking Companies Use Them
Driver scorecards are performance reports used by many trucking companies to measure safety, compliance, and operational habits. Information collected from onboard technology, inspections,...
Five Scenic Destinations Every Truck Driver Should Visit After a Delivery
Every truck driver has a stretch of highway that feels familiar. You know where the traffic builds, where the steep grades begin, and...
Why Two Truck Driving Jobs with the Same CPM Can Produce Very Different Annual Pay
A mileage rate is often the first number drivers notice when comparing job opportunities, but it rarely tells the whole story. Two carriers...
Expenses New Company Truck Drivers Often Overlook
Most company drivers expect the carrier to cover the highest costs of the job, including the truck, fuel, maintenance, insurance, and permits. What...
