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 [...]
Life behind the wheel can certainly take its toll on the body, especially as you age. If you have been over the road for a number of years, you've probably already noticed the extra creeks and cracks emanating from your joints, not to mention the daily possibility of injury from loading or unloading freight. Over [...]
Last week, Len Dubois Trucking celebrated National Trucking Week with its fleet of drivers, office staff, and our extended families made up of the wives, husbands, and children of our drivers. It was also time to celebrate the exemplary dedication of 11 Company Drivers and Owner Operators who have driven over 1 Million miles, with [...]
Generally, when we think of trucking, we think of trucks and drivers. Little thought is given to everyone else in the industry. Trucking is a team effort and there are many people behind the scenes that help ensure the continued success and operations of not only Len Dubois Trucking, but of the entire industry. With [...]
It’s National Trucking Week, a week-long celebration to recognize the important contributions made by the over 400,000 men and women who keep our country’s economy rolling and our store shelves stocked. Tons of associations will be out celebrating at truck stops and weigh stations across Canada and the U.S. Events Coming to a Location Near [...]
