August 2011 News Archive

Truck driving can sometimes be a challenging career choice, due to the long hours, sporadic schedules and occasional hazardous road conditions.

Fleet management owners have a new way to organize their payroll and keep track of paychecks for employees.

Last month, Wright Media released an innovative smart phone application, or app, that connects fleet management owners and truck drivers for employment positions.

Hazardous road conditions are a concern for all motorists, but truck drivers who utilize the nation's highways on a daily basis to haul freight may be the most affected.

Despite the uncertain economic times that is affecting the job market throughout the country, fleet management owners are still looking to hire more truckers as the demand for hauling freight continues to increase, the Park Rapids Enterprise reports.

Truck developers are realizing that the industry is starting to favor more fuel-efficient vehicles, which will benefit the environment and trucker health in the long run.

Truckers may complete various online truck driver safety training coursework, but if their vehicles are not working properly, it can still put these drivers in danger while on the road.

Truck driving safety is often one of the key aspects of the industry that is on the mind of those behind the wheel.

The recent statements President Barack Obama has made to address the nation greatly affects truckers, especially when it comes to energy and fuel costs.

The long-anticipated National Truck Driving Championship will take place August 9 through the 13 to showcase the talents of drivers who are dedicated to trucking safety.