Your truck is your home away from home, where every inch of space counts for storing everything from food to emergency tools. While Prime’s trucks offer ample room, you’ll need to get creative with storage solutions to stay comfortable. Top 10 Truck Storage Solutions 1. Transparent Storage Containers Transparent plastic containers are your best friends on the road. Opt for a variety of sizes to fit on shelves, under beds, or inside cabinets. Clear containers allow you to quickly identify contents without rummaging through, making it easier to locate items like clothes, tools, or food supplies ..read more

Being a truck driver involves long hours of sitting and driving, which can take a toll on your back health. Back pain is a common issue among truckers, but there are ways to prevent and alleviate it through proper ergonomic practices. Here are essential tips for truck drivers to maintain a healthy back: Adjust Seat Position: Follow these guidelines to maintain proper posture and reduce strain: Seat Height: Adjust it so your feet comfortably reach the pedals with slightly bent knees. Seat Angle: Set it slightly reclined (100-110 degrees) to distribute weight evenly and reduce pressure on your ..read more

The recent announcement from the Department of Justice and Drug Enforcement Administration has sparked discussions about the potential reclassification of marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug under the Controlled Substances Act. This proposed shift prompts a closer look into the disparities between Schedule I and Schedule III classifications and their implications, particularly within the realm of transportation.  The new changes made by the Us DOJ are still uncertain, but it’s unlikely this change will effect the usage rules and laws in place at a state level and by your em ..read more

We wanted to share another eye opening story from Marshall Allen.  We share in his goal to equip and empower our employees and transform the way you engage the health care system.  If you enjoy this content and want to read more, there is a link at the bottom to sign up for the newsletter. Secrets From a Hospital CEO: How Big Hospital Chains Suck Money Out of Your Local Community I’ve always been fascinated by the mission statement of Dignity Health, which says the giant nonprofit hospital chain is “committed to furthering the healing ministry of Jesus.” I spent the first five years ..read more

The 2024 International Roadcheck is May 14-16 and will focus on tractor protection systems and controlled substance and alcohol possession. Tractor Protection and Anti-Bleed Back Systems A commercial motor vehicle’s tractor protection system consists of a tractor protection valve, trailer supply valve and anti-bleed back valve. All valves should be properly tested during a driver’s trip inspection and an inspector’s roadside inspection. During the inspection of tractor protection system components, the inspector will: Ensure the wheel chocks are still in place and have the driver release all ..read more

Systems engineering graduate student Jake Jepson performs research on ELD cybersecurity. Source: Colorado State University Systems Engineering Department Previously, theft committed upon trucking companies primarily involved physical acts, such as siphoning fuel from parked trucks or stealing cargo while drivers took breaks. However, as technology has advanced, the methods of attacking trucking companies have shifted towards digital means. Cyberattacks on trucking companies now encompass various techniques, including phishing, smishing, ransomware, social engineering, and compromised busines ..read more

Traveling safely, slowly, and attentively through work zones is critically important, particularly as a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) driver. Narrow lanes, sudden stops, traffic pattern shifts, and uneven road surfaces present unique challenges in these areas for large trucks and buses. In fact, large trucks are overrepresented in fatal work zone crashes. Do your part to stay safe with tips from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) Our Roads, Our Safety campaign. Research Your Route Before setting out on the road, research your route. When possible, avoid work zones and ..read more

If you haven’t had the chance to meet Jesse Keebler, chances are good you will very soon. Jesse joins the Liquid Trucking family as the Environmental Health & Safety Director, which is a new role for the company. Jesse will be focused on managing company safety and health programs, state and national compliance, OSHA, worker compensation and more. “Safety has been managed internally up until now. I’m excited to take a more focused approach.” That approach will include starting at ground zero and building a program that fits our industry. This starts with internal audits and new training ..read more

This month, we wanted to do something a bit different and share an article that addresses a serious issue we all face, healthcare billing. It is so important to be diligent and detailed with your healthcare bills and never be afraid to ask questions. Pay attention or you could pay too much. You’ve gotta celebrate your medical billing victories. And today, we have a huge victory to celebrate! The generosity of this newsletter’s subscribers helped a family save almost $88,000. That’s huge! But sometimes the size of the win underscores the way our health care system preys on vulnerable patients ..read more

According to CarrierOK’s data analysis, an alarming number of trucking companies shuttered their operations in 2023, totaling nearly 88,000 closures, alongside 8,000 freight brokerages. The company arrived at this figure by scrutinizing MC# revocations, reinstatements, and grants spanning the past twenty-five years, though accurately quantifying closures remains challenging. Illustrating a stark decline, CarrierOK’s chart depicts a substantial net loss of carriers from 2022 to 2023, a trend unparalleled in the past quarter-century. These statistics make us even more appreciative of the strong ..read more