Truck Drivers

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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…
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Choose the Best Diesel Fuel Additive for Winter

Most U.S. drivers engage in various practices when preparing their vehicles for winter, ranging from acquiring snow tires and ice scrapers to mounting winter wiper blades. Improving the vehicle’s engine performance is another critical aspect that begins with choosing the right fuel additive. Here, the intent is to navigate icy roads effortlessly while battling the…

Best Dedicated Truck Driving Jobs for Experienced Drivers

Loving your job as a truck driver and having experience gives you choices for your career pathway. With experience, you are indispensable. A valued truck driver deserves consistency in pay and the ability to be home with family more often. The best dedicated truck driving jobs provide a better experience for the driver. Regional Dedicated…

3 Things to Consider when Hiring a Dedicated Trucking Company

Avoiding capacity issues and the driver shortage are two compelling reasons to hire a dedicated trucking company. Even more compelling is reliability, cost-control and not having to worry about maintaining a fleet and its logistics. If you already have your own fleet, but need to move specialized freight predictably and economically, dedicated transportation may be…

Are Dedicated Trucking Jobs for You?

Are over-the-road (OTR) and regional trucking not quite the best fit, but you still yearn to get behind the wheel of a big rig? You have other options, and one of those options is dedicated trucking. Unlike OTR and regional jobs, dedicated trucking routes typically consistently service the same company and locations. As a driver,…

Why is Truck Driving a Popular Career?

Like the classic Steppenwolf song “Born to be Wild,” if you’re looking to get your motor running and head out on the highway, then a career as a professional truck driver could be right up your alley. It’s an adventurous career that’s a far cry from sitting at a desk for 40 hours a week.…

How Do Truckers Decide Where to Work?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the trucking profession remains a career in high demand. This is largely because the industry is composed of aging professionals today, and as this generation of drivers exits the workforce, new drivers will have to assume the mantle if goods are going to continue to be delivered…

Long-Term Impacts of COVID-19 on the Trucking Industry

The COVID-19 pandemic has definitely forced all of us to adjust to a new way of living. During this crisis, it has also led to a surge in demand for goods across the country, from medical supplies to food to personal items. Fortunately, for all of us, professional truck drivers never stopped delivering. Drivers at…

Why Veltri Trucking is the Best Choice for Families

Veltri, Inc., has been a family business since 1973. What began as two trucks operating between Wheeling, WV, and Pittsburgh, PA, is now a major trucking company based in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic area of the United States. Our president, Tony Veltri, continues the Veltri, Inc. tradition of great service. To this day, the excellent…
Why Shippers are Turning to Dedicated Trucking Delivery

Why Shippers are Turning to Dedicated Trucking Delivery

There are significant benefits for shippers that turn to dedicated trucking delivery, especially during the current pandemic. Here are five key reasons to consider dedicated truck delivery services. #1. Stable Pricing When you choose dedicated trucking delivery, you are more likely to see consistent pricing and lower transportation costs, due to the predictability of the…