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Are Semi Trucks Allowed in the HOV Lane?

Ever wonder why semi trucks don’t typically use the far left or HOV lanes? The rules regarding HOV lanes can sometimes be confusing to someone who doesn’t do a lot of traveling, especially during...

Where to Get Your CDL Training (An Unbiased Guide)

If you're looking into getting your CDL, you may have no idea where to start. While it can be daunting to try to figure it all out on your own, maybe my experience can make your search a little...

What is Trucking Authority? (And How to Get It)

Tractor-trailer trucks in a line at a rest stop If you have experience as a company freight driver, or have as a leased owner operator, you might be ready to make the jump to getting your own...

Is Trucking Worth it?

So you are looking for your next career and truck driving has caught your eye. People in this industry have a lot of feedback and inputs on whether or not you should be a truck driver. Some people...

How Often do Truck Drivers Come Home?

Driver talking by mobile phone while sitting in cabin of big modern truck Truck driving is a tempting job because you get to see different parts of the country. When thinking about the perks, it...

How Does Long Haul Trucking Work?

Long haul trucking, also known as “over the road trucking” (OTR), is an intense job that many people take on for the pay and the experience to travel. Drivers get to drive across the state and...