If you hold a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), you may be familiar with the “O” restriction. This restriction is placed on your license if you took your skills test in a Class A vehicle that had a pintle hook or other non-fifth wheel connection. This restriction limits you from operating any Class A vehicle with … Continued
If you’re a commercial driver, you probably know all about the restrictions that come with a CDL license. One of these restrictions is the automatic restriction, which limits the type of vehicles you can operate. But did you know that removing this restriction can help you gain access to more driving opportunities? Here’s what you … Continued
If you have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), you may be familiar with the typical trucking jobs available in the transportation industry. However, did you know that there are a variety of non-trucking CDL jobs out there? With a CDL, you can find a fulfilling career path in a range of industries. Jobs You Can … Continued
In the United States, intermodal trucking has become a popular mode of transportation for shipping goods. It offers a flexible, cost-effective, and sustainable solution for moving cargo across long distances, especially for businesses looking to optimize their supply chain operations. But what exactly is intermodal trucking? In this blog post, we will dive into the … Continued
Getting into the world of truck driving presents numerous job opportunities. The type of lifestyle and career you want will depend on how often you wish to drive, your flexibility for hours, and how close you want to stay to home. One truck driving opportunity you may want to pursue is OTR trucking. OTR drivers … Continued
There are so many niche markets in trucking that often go overlooked but are just as critical to the country’s supply chain. That can include any number of freight from freshly caught fish off the coast of New England to transporting fuel. It always helps to learn more about these different markets so you can … Continued
There have been so many changes in the trucking industry especially in the last 10 years. The introduction to electronic logs, air ride trailers, satellite messaging and tracking, crash avoidance systems in trucks and most recently the introduction of automated self-driving trucks. The last one is getting a lot of attention across the industry because … Continued
If you’re familiar with the trucking industry, then you must’ve heard the term drop and hook. Drop and hook is thought to be the holy grail for shippers because it saves you from the trouble of dealing with unloading a truck filled with heavy goods. However, is drop and hook really as good as it … Continued
If you’re wondering what it takes to make it as a truck driver, let this be your guide to understanding and learning the truck driver skills you must master. Knowledge about the six truck driving skills outlined below will set the right tone for you to embark on this career journey and become a successful … Continued
Mark, a 20-year flatbed driver for TMC transportation, shares why flatbed truck driving is a good career choice. Why I became a flatbed driver? Nearly 20 years ago I walked into a truck driving school not 100% sure what I was doing, and also wondering if I was making a good choice. This was a … Continued