Staying informed of the changes and news that affect the trucking industry helps you be a more professional truck driver. Here are some of the articles we found over the past couple of weeks that we think you should take a look at. Manitoba trucking industry wants higher mandatory standards for driver training The province [...]
At Len Dubois Trucking we are proud of our commitment to safety and it starts at home with well-maintained facilities and equipment. Our on-site Apprentice Trailer Technician inspects each unit before it leaves our home terminal ensuring the safety of the public and our drivers from the start of each trip. We are currently seeking [...]
The trucking industry is getting busier and busier as the holiday freight demands increase. Make sure you unwind by spending time with your family and friends this month to help keep you refreshed and stress-free in this busy time. Check out these great family events that make getting together easy. Coalescence - Craft, Canadians, and [...]
Movember is celebrating its 16th year of focusing on men's health with the aid of mustaches around the globe. In 2003, 30 Mo Bros started their journey of men's health awareness. Now there are over 5 million Mo Bros and Mo Sistas changing the face of Men's Health. Movember is all about creating awareness, whether [...]
Last week we wrote about how much money drivers could save by cooking in the truck instead of eating out. A toaster oven can be a great addition to your truck cooking tools. Here's a simple breakfast dish you can put together in about 20 minutes. INGREDIENTS: The Basics 2 eggs Cheese of your choice [...]
Every day there is some piece of new information that can help make our lives easier over the road, or complicate things more. As a professional truck driver, it's important that you stay up-to-date with everything that is going on, even if it's just a point of interest regarding the industry. We've put together a [...]
There is never a dull moment in the trucking industry. Here are a few things that you should check out if you haven't already. Researchers Developing Drowsy Driving Blood Test A recent study conducted at The Sleep Research Centre at the University of Surrey in England identified a subset of 68 genes in blood samples [...]
Just because you're away from home doesn't mean that you have to miss out on one of the rare occasions where turkey is served! Grab your crock pot and get ready to make your Thanks Giving a.k.a. Turkey Day feast in the truck. You can also use your microwave to make many of your favouite sides [...]
Learning as much as you can, as fast as you can in the trucking industry can make or break your career. Being a Rookie driver is difficult, you are still within your first couple of years over-the-road and just when you think you've seen it all . . . something new pops up. Check out [...]
The trucking industry has a lot of standardization. The rules are the same, the pay scales are similar, the equipment is almost identical. So, how do you choose the right company to drive with? Well, you have to look a little deeper to really find the differences. What truly separates trucking companies is how they [...]
