As a soon semi-truck owner and operator, you are proud of the achievement you have made. Now, your goal is to make sure that everything runs smoothly in and out of your big vehicle. It is crucial that every comfort is attained and all vehicle parts are in excellent condition. […]
Whether you’ve been an owner-operator for some time and are looking to make your first purchase as opposed to simply leasing a truck, or you’re a former fleet driver thinking of starting your own trucking business, you know that buying a semi truck isn’t a decision to be made lightly. […]
Whenever you buy a big truck, you should be prepared to spend quite some time deciding on the make and model you’ll be getting, not to mention the manufacturer. After a while, you may find that trucks from the most reputable brands on the market are of a certain quality, […]
Severe snowstorms can happen anytime during the winter months. And we know what possible scenarios can be expected to occur – monstrous traffic jams, rerouting, changing travel plans, delays of freight shipments, and a lot more. Likewise, when temperature drops, things can get pretty uncomfortable for truck drivers on long […]
Driving a truck is not easy especially if your vehicle happens to be a tractor-trailer. It’s quite different from operating a regular vehicle and for this, you need to secure a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to be able to drive a huge vehicle. But, did you know that there’s a […]
When colder weather starts setting in, those who own a typical family car already know how to keep it in good running condition throughout the season. Motorhome owners will need to prepare their vehicles for winter, whether they plan to store them or use them regularly. The same can be […]
When vehicles need to have parts replaced because they’re broken or worn out, owners can typically choose from OEM (original equipment manufacturer), aftermarket, or salvage parts. OEM parts are typically the more expensive option, since they’re made by the same manufacturer that made the vehicle. Aftermarket parts are less expensive […]
Yes, you’d be glad to know that you can bring along your pet with you as you travel down the road for a long time away from home. While there are no regulations concerning pets on board, many trucking companies allow drivers to take them along. Carrying pets is a […]
According to experts belonging to the transport industry, trucks with lower mileage are better. You would know the number of miles covered by a particular vehicle when you take a look at the odometer. This is the instrument that measures the distance traveled by vehicles. Today’s odometer could be mechanical, […]
Before we proceed to identifying the best semi truck to buy used, let’s first tackle why these vehicles are named so. Actually, the term ‘semi truck’ is a mishmash of two components namely, 1) the tractor unit where power comes from and contains the truck’s cab, and 2) the trailer […]
