How Everyday Convenience Can Quietly Drain a Driver’s Wallet Truck stops are essential—they keep you fueled, fed, and moving. But they’re also designed to get you spending. Between overpriced snacks, gear, drinks, and impulse buys, the truck stop convenience can quietly chew through your paycheck. Let’s break down the real cost of truck stop spending—and […]
Smart Ways to Stretch Every Dollar on the Road When you’re an over-the-road (OTR) truck driver, every dollar counts. Fuel, food, breakdowns, and road expenses can eat up your paycheck faster than you can shift gears. If money’s tight, it’s time to drive smarter—not just harder. Here are 11 money-saving tips to help OTR drivers […]
The road never sleeps — and neither do the headlines. This week, the trucking industry finds itself at a crossroads, with rising concerns about CDL fraud, driver safety, and the ongoing truck parking crisis. As freight rates fluctuate and driver pay trends shift, it’s more important than ever to stay informed, prepared, and connected. Whether […]
You’re parked for the night, the engine’s off, and your stomach is rumbling. The truck stop diner menu is looking a little tired, and you’re not in the mood for another microwaved burrito from the convenience store. A new option has emerged for the modern hauler: food delivery apps like DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub. […]
In 2003, a Virginia man took a long vacation to visit friends in the Jamaica Plain neighborhood of Boston. He parked his car on the street, got a couple of tickets, and thought that was the end of it. But weeks later, back home in Virginia, he received a letter from the Massachusetts RMV […]