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Truck Driver’s Massive Model of New York City Lands in Museum Exhibit
Truck driver Joe Macken spent more than two decades building New York City in miniature during his free time. What began as a...
What’s the Strangest Item in Your Truck? Drivers Share Their Surprising Answers
Life on the road means truck drivers carry more than just the essentials. Beyond food, clothing, and paperwork, many keep unique or unexpected...
What Truckers Really Do After Parking for the Night
After a long shift, parking for the night marks a transition—from the road to rest. Drivers from our Truck Drivers USA community shared...
What Every Truck Driver Needs: Must-Have Items They Never Leave Home Without
When it comes to life on the road, there’s a big difference between what you’re told to bring and what you actually end...
We Asked Truck Drivers: What’s Your Perfect Day Off? Here’s What They Had to Say
As truck drivers, every moment off the road is precious. That’s why we asked our community of drivers to describe their perfect day...
Visit TDUSA’s Booth at the Upcoming Recruitment & Retention Conference in Nashville for a Chance to Win Rayban Smart Glasses
The Annual Recruitment and Retention Conference is coming up, and we couldn’t be more excited to be part of it! Taking place from...
The Stories Behind the Names: Why Truckers Name Their Rigs
In the trucking world, rigs aren’t just vehicles—they’re lifelines, companions, and sometimes even extensions of a driver’s personality. It’s no wonder many truckers...
Truck Drivers’ Good Luck Charms: Tokens and Traditions for the Road
Life on the road brings its share of unpredictability, and for many truck drivers, carrying a good luck charm or following a personal...
Helping the Homeless: Tom Gilliam’s Vision for Change Through CDL Training
Acquiring a commercial driver’s license (CDL) can open the door to various career paths, from driving to managing a trucking company, becoming a...
From Desk to Driver: How Clark Reed Became a Legend on the Road
Over the past 20 years, Clark Reed has become a true icon in the trucking industry. With around 2.5 million miles under his...
