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Truck driver holding knee in pain due to driver leg syndrome.

Dealing with Drivers Leg Syndrome and Sciatica Pain

It may surprise you to learn that there is actually no known medical condition called “drivers leg syndrome” or “truckers leg syndrome” no matter how many times you hear it mentioned at local truck stops and over the radio.  However, there are several conditions that truck drivers may be susceptible to due to the nature…
Truck driver at the doctors office, getting their blood pressure taken as part of the new DOT physical requirements for 2023

What’s New in 2023? The New DOT Physical Requirements for Truck Drivers

When most truck drivers think about having a good time, getting a physical isn’t on the list. However, they are a necessary requirement for receiving or maintaining a Commercial Drivers’ License (CDL).  Drivers must pass a basic physical to determine if they are fit to operate a commercial vehicle of size safely on the roads.…
Truck Driver Using Radio To Contact Other drivers to talk about per diem for truck drivers

Everything You Need to Know About Truck Driver Per Diem in 2023 (updated)

The phrase per diem is a Latin phrase that literally means “by the day” or “per day.” It is a reimbursement payment that trucking services give drivers to cover meals, overnight stays, and other incidental expenses while on the road. The reality of driving a truck is that you will incur some expenses while out on the job, especially…
snow chain for semi trucks on a wheel in deep snow in winter road

Quick Guide to Snow Chains for Semi Trucks

Semi truck drivers may find putting chains on their trucks a hassle. Other drivers may never need to chain their tires. However, every truck driver should know how to put them on and how they work. You never know when snow, sleet, or ice can make a road impassable.  Why Use Chains? Using snow chains…
Employees stocking empty shelves faster because of DSD distribution instead of central warehouse shipping

How to Implement DSD Distribution With the Right Logistics Partner

Supply chain struggles continue to plague retailers. While manufacturers create some delivery delays, many delays result from disruptions along the supply chain. When goods face delays at warehouses or distribution centers, retailers need options for filling their shelves. Direct store delivery distribution (DSD distribution) is an alternative to centralized distribution.   What Is Direct Store…
Semi Truck Being Refuelled with Diesel Close up with the Gloved Hand of the Truck Driver Holding the Fuel Nozzle and holding it in Place as He Fills up the Tank.

Tips to Ungel Diesel Fuel

Gelling of diesel fuel happens in winter temperatures and concerns all drivers who reside in extremely cold climates. Having the correct equipment on board is the key when you need to know how to ungel diesel fuel in an urgent situation. Winter seasons can be longer and harsher at times. As a result, most winter…
Trucks on NJ state highway 21 North in Newark, NJ

Your Guide to the Top Trucking Companies in New Jersey

As the center of trade, trucking is a vital part of the economy in New Jersey. Each day, goods worth billions of dollars are transported via truck to businesses and homes across the state. New Jersey’s large trucks are responsible for moving 75 percent of the state’s 600 million tons of goods. New Jersey is…
Container Truck on Highway with Polygon Network World Map Graphic and Location Pins to demonstrate regional trucking

Is Regional Trucking Right for You?

If you’re looking to make a change in your trucking career, there’s never been a better time to do so. Like in many fields and industries today, the job market is very much an employee’s market.  Truckers are in high demand and many drivers are aging out of the industry, providing plenty of new opportunities…
Red White and Blue Parked private fleet Trucks Lined up at a Truck Stop

Private Fleet Versus Dedicated Fleet: What You Need to Know

A reliable, cost-effective supply chain is crucial to the success of your business. Deciding whether to purchase a private fleet or outsource your shipping needs is one of the most important decisions you will make. While owning and operating a private fleet allows you total control of your supply chain, the cost and learning curve…
Aerial view of semi trucks on a highway to demonstrate local transportation companies

Your Guide to Local Transportation Companies

Local transportation companies respond to the need for cargo to be moved as quickly as possible. They include trucking companies, which are vital to the transportation business. Different companies specialize in various freight services, resulting in a network of shipping firms. Trucks use roads to transport cargo throughout the country and deliver it to various…