Good lighting is one of the main safety factors in trucking. Since safety is increasingly prioritized in our industry, a lot of effort is being put into optimizing the quality of lights. This has led to many owner operators and fleet owners turning to LED lights for trucks due to greater brightness and longevity. If you are thinking about getting…
Driving a truck in the mountains is a challenge for any trucker. You should take extra precautions and follow certain guidelines to keep yourself and other motorists safe while climbing or descending a grade. There are simple rules that experienced drivers and owner operators abide which make mountain driving a lot easier and safer. In this article, we will list the…
We are extremely proud to announce that a member of the Extra Mile family, Marko Bojkovic, is going to have his photo in the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. Marko was a part of the national USA team in the 2021 Veterans World Wrestling Championship, which was held from 19 to 24 April 2021 in Loutraki, Greece. Their team photo…
We all know the importance of safety in our profession. Working alone and hauling valuable cargo, some company drivers may find themselves in risky situations. Making sure you and your truck are secure is essential. Your truck, yourself or both may be targeted, so we put together a list of tips on how to stay safe in both situations. Securing your…
While there’s already been a massive shortage of truck drivers in our country, the pandemic has only escalated the problem. It also put a spotlight on the matter, as supply chain challenges are causing significant delays and combined with an increase in demand are looming to impact the everyday lives of all, not only company drivers. So, what does Drive…
Truck skidding is one of the scariest things that can happen to a truck driver. Losing control of your vehicle is never a good thing, especially when you’re driving an eighteen-wheeler. Whether you’re a company driver, owner operator, or lease owner, you want to avoid skidding by all means. Here are some tips on how to minimize the risk of…
Healthy food isn’t always the first priority for truckers while on a long haul, but it should never be neglected completely. A high-calorie diet combined with a sedentary lifestyle of a company driver can lead to various health issues, so you should at least try to eat as healthy as you can. Life on the road doesn’t make it very…
Working as a full-time truck driver, you might find it challenging to pay as much attention to your health as you would want to. Irregular sleep patterns, long working hours, and a sedentary lifestyle are some of the issues that many drivers and owner operators are facing. Among the major health risk factors is limited access to healthy food as…
Truck driver fatigue is a big workplace safety issue in the trucking business. It increases the risk of driving accidents, with around 13% percent of all truck accidents involving fatigued drivers. This is a problem that should be tackled on all levels – including federal regulations and policies by companies that care about their company drivers. Still, there are some…
Truck overweight fines are one of the biggest worries of every trucker. Whether you’re a truck owner, operator, or lease owner, you don’t want to impose these heavy fines on your company or yourself. Of course, there are more reasons for you to be cautious about the weight limit. An overweight truck can bring damage to the truck’s axles, increase…
