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A Trucker's Guide to the Trucking Industry:
Surviving and Thriving
Smart Trucking was created for the trucker.
The trucking industry is huge and can be quite intimidating. It’s difficult to find reliable sources of information.
As long time veterans of the trucking business, we share information, advice, tips and give our honest opinions on related interests and issues, based on our 41 years experience in the industry.
Our mission is to share our passion for trucking and support the trucker by providing the key players in this business with the tools and skills they need for ongoing career success.
We’ll provide truckers with the help and support needed to survive and thrive in the industry and excel in a professional driving career.
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Best truck engines + worst. Detroit, Cummins, Paccar, Cat, Mercedes, Mack – what worked, what didn’t. Tips to get the best truck engine.
Hot Shot Trucking – What You Need to Know About Making It Work
What you should know about Hot Shot Trucking. Learn the risks, the perks, equipment needed, insurance, authority, load boards and other things to consider.
Getting a TWIC Card – A Trucker’s Quick Reference Guide
A complete guide for getting a TWIC Card. For a truck driver, a TWIC Card can open up job opportunities, even if you don’t need one for your current job.
5 Important Things You Should Know About a Career in Trucking
I have learned a lot from my 40 years as a professional driver.
There are 5 things that every one considering a truck driving career and those who are new to the industry should know.
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Photo collection of the hottest big rig show trucks anywhere! Some extra cool rides from our photo archives from North American truck shows.
OTR Truck Driving Jobs – What You Should Know BEFORE Signing Up!
Although the promises of the job of a long haul trucker are inviting, the life style of the over the road driver, isn’t always so glorious.
Find out the perks and disadvantages of the job.
10 Truck Driving Safety Tips Every Professional Driver Should Follow
A veteran 40+ years truck driver shares 10 of the all time, tried and true truck driving safety tips ALL professional truckers should know AND follow!
If every driver of EVERY vehicle on the road followed these safety tips, our roads would be SO much safer.
DOT Hours of Service Explained: HOS, ELD’s in 2020
DOT Hours of Service can be difficult for truck drivers to follow. We give some straight up, easy to info, regarding the HOS, ELD’s and AOBRD’s for 2019.
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CDL Truck Driver Skills – Tips, Tricks + Knowledge to Kick Your CDL Skills Up a Notch!
For the trucker — Step by step instruction and clear advice with videos and photos for easy to follow simple steps to perform important truck driver skills and maneuvers and information all professional truck drivers must know.
The Complete Truck Driving Jobs Guide For The Professional Driver
Find out what’s involved with the various types of truck driving jobs, which niche you are interested in and finding the right driving job for you.
Kicking Off Your Truck Driving Career – A Guide to Making That Big Decision
If you are thinking about becoming a truck driver, there are several things you should consider before getting into a trucking career.
Trucking Company Reviews And Resource Guide For Truck Drivers
Trucking company reviews: comments and insight from employees & owner operators, as well as carrier summaries about their pay packages and company.
Sure Fire Owner Operator Tips + Advice For Profit And Success in 2020
A complete guide for to a profitable career as an owner operator.
Tips, advice and real life experiences to help the owner operator achieve success.
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Photos, history and reviews of popular semi trucks – Peterbilt, Kenworth, Freightliner, Cabovers, Mack, logging trucks, LCV’s, Australian road trains.
CDL Training Schools Guide to Your Road For Success
There are 3 main types of CDL training schools to choose from to become a truck driver. Learn about each to choose the best for you!