We’ve all seen a checklist before, in fact, a checklist is used before doing a lot of things that either require special care such as going on a long road trip or performing a dangerous stunt. These checklists are put in place to make sure nothing important is forgotten about or neglected along the way. […]
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How to Use Ratchet Straps: Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide with Straps Pictures
Ratchet straps are cargo tie-down straps made of polyester webbing. They are run through a buckle that lets you loosen and tighten the strap, so you can lengthen the strap until you can pull it across your entire load, then tighten the strap until there’s enough tension to secure the load. Occasionally, we are asked […]
Tire Rotation Patterns: Why We Rotate Tires and How to Do It
Owning a car or truck comes with required and routine maintenance to make sure there are no issues when going from A to B. It’s important to change your fluids and brake pads routinely, but it’s also as important to rotate your tires. Depending on what kind of truck you’re driving, rotation patterns can vary. […]
Best Ways to Prevent Tarp Billowing and Flapping Against the Wind!
After spending 20 to 30 minutes on tarping a load, nothing aggravates a flatbed trucker more than looking out the mirror 25 miles down the road and seeing one or more of those tarps billowing in the wind. Billowing tarps reduce fuel efficiency and risk both straps and cargo. Truckers hate tarp billowing while they […]
How Many Ratchet Tie-Down Straps Do I Need to Secure Cargo Load?
Whenever you are transporting a heavy load in a flatbed truck then it is very important to ensure the safety of the load. For the protection of the loads, tie-down straps are used. Tie-down straps is a fastener that is available in various length. The length of the strap is selected depending on the size […]
20 Popular Types of Trailers in the Trucking Industry
There are many different types of trailers. If you’ve been on a state route, highway, or freeway, you’ve most likely seen a semi-truck carrying cargo to either a package distribution center or a grocery store. You may have even seen trucks carrying equipment to construction sites whether it’s some new pipes or an excavator. No […]
Safe SUMMER TRUCKING Tips and Tricks for Truck Driver
Safety is the most important aspect for truckers as they have to carry and transport loads in any atmospheric and weather conditions. These conditions vary from time to time and pose different risks in front of the truckers. The weather conditions are dangerous for truckers as well as the other drivers that are on the […]
A CDL Benefit You May NOT Know: How a CDL Can Make Flying Easier!
Getting a trucking CDL can provide a lot of benefits for a hauler – you get access to bigger, better-paying loads, “job security” feels more secure, and it gives you a marketable edge as you took the time and commitment to learn or add onto your industry’s skills. However, those who also have their Hazardous […]
Trucker’s Guide to Staying Awake on the Road While Driving Consistently
While many truckers may consider their trucks their “home away from home” while on the road, there is one thing that rarely seems to be achieved while traveling: getting proper and consistent sleep. One of the most challenging parts of a trucker’s job is remaining fully awake and focused while delivering cargo, especially during particularly […]
Essentials Truck Driver Needs: How To Stay Safe and Comfortable On The Road!
Life on the road isn’t easy, but knowing the right trucking essentials to bring with you can help make your home-away-from-home much more comfortable! There are many necessities for both your cab and trailer that you may not initially think about packing for your drive. While all drivers have their own preferences when it comes […]
Safety Tips For Drivers Hauling Flatbed Trucks And Other Heavy Vehicles
Even if you have been driving heavy vehicles since years it is good idea to once in a while check and review safety tips. These tips can benefit all those who are hauling trucks and other vehicles as they contain awareness regarding the basic facts about safety on the road. Safety Tips For Drivers Hauling […]
Truck Tarp Terms Every Flatbed Driver Should Know
The internet is a great source of information for new flatbed drivers trying to figure things out. But it can be somewhat amusing to read online conversations between veterans and newbies. The newbies are desperately looking for answers while the veterans are using terms the rookies just do not understand. Sometimes they have to go […]