| (Published: Sat, 06 Oct 2007 01:12:03 -0500) |
| The Truth about Accidents Involving Semi Trucks |
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We have all heard the commercials on TV for lawyers who claim they can get you thousands of dollars if you are involved in an accident with a semi truck. There are also plenty of news stories in the media highlighting crashes involving these large pieces of equipment. Yet statistics show the majo |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| Tips for Truck Drivers to Save Money |
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When it comes to driving a truck, there are plenty of expenses that come with the territory. The bottom line for a truck driver is the gross amount of money he or she makes less their expenses. Cutting down on various expenses can really help to increase the amount of revenue they are able to kee |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| Tips to Help Truck Drivers Stay in Shape |
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It is hard for most people to find the time in their day to stay in shape, but when you drive a truck it can be even more difficult. Your job is difficult but it also requires you to stay in your seat for hours each day. Over time this can lead to a very unhealthy lifestyle, heart problems, and b |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| (Published: Sat, 06 Oct 2007 01:12:03 -0500) |
| Truck Driving Shows |
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Truck driver’s work very hard for a living, and this is a fact that deserves some appreciation. There are truck driving shows held in various locations around the country in order to recognize them. These are events that generally last for several days, and the whole family can attend. The cost i |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| (Published: Sat, 06 Oct 2007 01:12:03 -0500) |
| Trucker Talk |
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Truck drivers are professionals who have their own terminology for many different events that take place. They often talk to each other on the CB to offer assistance and information to each other. The most common phrase that truck drivers use that most of us are aware of is the term 10/4. This ba |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| Valuable Skills you need to Succeed in the Trucking Industry |
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Being a truck driver involves much more than sitting behind the wheel of a vehicle and driving all day. There are plenty of skills needed in order to do a great job at it. The image of truck drivers isn’t the best in society, and many drivers strive to change that mentality by always offering fas |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| (Published: Sat, 06 Oct 2007 01:12:03 -0500) |
| Ways to Increase your Fuel Mileage on a Semi Truck |
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Can you imagine being happy with getting six to eight miles per gallon in your vehicle? Most of us would not be impressed at all, especially considering the cost of fuel these days. Yet for professional semi truck drivers, striving for increased fuel mileage is very important. Getting six to eigh |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| (Published: Sat, 06 Oct 2007 01:12:03 -0500) |
| What to Look for in Truck Driver Training Programs |
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There are many different programs out there that teach you how to drive a semi truck. They often assist you with learning the written materials as well so you can pass both tests in order to get your CDL. It is important to look into the qualifications of such truck driver training programs thoug |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| (Published: Sat, 06 Oct 2007 01:12:03 -0500) |
| Women Truck Drivers |
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Most people associate the term truck driver with men, but more and more women are finding this is an enjoyable career choice for them. Some of them are team drivers with another woman or their spouse. Others enjoy being out on the open road with their pets or by themselves.
Due to the increas |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| (Published: Sat, 06 Oct 2007 01:12:03 -0500) |
| Choosing the Right Trucking Company to work for |
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There are so many different trucking companies out there that the chances of you finding a job you enjoy driving a semi truck is very high. Yet you need to know that these companies all have different recruiting techniques that they use to entice new drivers to sign up with them. It is to your ad |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| (Published: Sat, 06 Oct 2007 01:12:03 -0500) |
| Common Tax Deductions for Owner Operator Truck Drivers |
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Filing taxes is never a pleasant event for most people, but one that is necessary. Most owner operators have a variety of different expenses they incur during the course of their business that they can deduct. Taking the time to do so means they end up paying less income taxes.
You will be ab |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| (Published: Sat, 06 Oct 2007 01:12:03 -0500) |
| Films Featuring Trucks |
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There are some really great shows out there that feature trucks and truck drivers. Some of them are realistic and others are more science fiction, but they do seem to hold the attention of the viewer. Those in the trucking industry are often able to pick out the inconsistencies in the sounds of t |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| (Published: Sat, 06 Oct 2007 01:12:03 -0500) |
| Hours of Operation for Truck Drivers |
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There have been various changes to the laws pertaining to the hours of service for truck drivers over the years. The most recent changes took place in April of 2007, and they were met with a great deal of controversy. The idea behind these new hours of service is to ensure all truck drivers get e |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| (Published: Sat, 06 Oct 2007 01:12:03 -0500) |
| Hybrid Semi Trucks |
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The cost of fuel continues to rise, and that makes it difficult for just about everyone. If you are a trucking company or an owner operator though, you feel that hit at the pumps more than anyone due to the amount of fuel that semi trucks need to operate.
There is also the fact that they cont |
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Owner Operator Independent Driver Association
Truck drivers may have some difficult issues to face out there on the road, but they are not alone in their efforts. There are plenty of resources out there to lend a hand as they realize the importance of truck drivers and the work they do. They off |
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| Safety Tips for Truck Drivers |
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While truck drivers have tons of steel protecting them on the road, they can still be in danger. There are some safety tips to help ensure truck drivers are safe on the roads, and that makes the safer for everyone else in small vehicles as well. A truck driver needs to take care of his or her own |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| Save Time and Money with the Prepass System |
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There are weigh in stations called ports at many locations where trucks have to pull in by law. The amount of time it takes to complete the process depends on how many trucks are in front of you and what they plan to do. Trucks can randomly be pulled aside to be inspected, and this can quickly ea |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| Semi Trucks and Terrorism |
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After the world was taken by surprised with the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 significant changes were implemented in the United States in regard to semi trucks. There is a possibility that the use of large trucks could be used for terrorism and that is something that needs to be carefu |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| Semi Trucks and Drug Trafficking |
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Drug dealers and smugglers use all forms of transportation in order go keep up with the supple and demand of this underground industry. Since semi trucks move all over the country, it is only practical to assume they are used for this purpose as well. Under the pretense of delivering actual goods |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| (Published: Sat, 06 Oct 2007 01:12:03 -0500) |
| Should Trucks from Mexico be allowed in the United States? |
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The issue of trucks from Mexico being allowed to enter the United States is one that comes with plenty of controversy attached to it. The volumes of letters that various political offices have received from truck drivers and business owners in the trucking company indicate that this is not a welc |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| (Published: Sat, 06 Oct 2007 01:12:03 -0500) |
| Should you invest in a New Semi Truck or a Used One? |
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You will find there are plenty of choices out there when it comes to buying a semi truck. You can have your pick of color, make, and model as well as various accessories. One of the biggest decisions you will have to make though is should you invest in a new one or a used one? This is often a per |
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| Should you Purchase an Extended Warranty on a Semi Truck? |
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Buying a semi truck is quite an investment with the total cost often being more than many people pay for their first home. Yet this equipment can be used to generate a nice income if you look for work in various aspects of the trucking industry.
One of the biggest overhead expenses for a semi |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| Team Truck Drivers |
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Many truckers out there prefer to drive their rig alone, but others enjoy having a friend or their spouse to be on the road with. The idea behind team truck drivers is to get deliveries made faster. They truck is able to go further in a 24 hour period because you have two drivers that can drive. |
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| (Published: Sat, 06 Oct 2007 01:12:03 -0500) |
| The Differences between Owner Operators and Company Drivers |
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There are thousands of trucks out there on the road each day, hauling goods and supplies to various locations. Some of these drivers are owner operators and others are company drivers. The jobs they do may be the same but there are plenty of differences that separate the two. If you are intereste |
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| Directory: Travel - Trucking & Big Riggs |
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| (Published: Sat, 06 Oct 2007 01:12:03 -0500) |
| The Requirements to Operate a Big Rig in the United States |
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Thousands of men and women drive big rigs in order to get the goods to the stores for us to conveniently walk in and buy. They also haul dirty and other materials for building homes and roads. Just as each person needs to fulfill basic requirements in order to get a traditional driver’s license, |
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