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As the Colorado weather changes and drivers gear up for the busy holiday season, remember these tips for transporting freight. Weather Weather is an issue, especially for those with routes through high altitude, mountainous terrain.  For these drivers, special skills are put to the test in handling a big rig over ice- and snow-covered roads.  […]

Truckers are an absolute necessity, transporting everything consumers use on a daily basis. As such, the industry has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country, with truck driver jobs always available to the right candidate. Truck driving can be an ideal career path for the right person. According to the U.S. Bureau of

You don’t necessarily need to have a fleet of brand new trucks to maintain accurate deliveries and keep drivers safe on the road when trucking in Colorado. Keeping trucks well maintained and drivers well trained are the necessary components for driving in in wintery conditions. Here are a few of our essential best practices for

The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (DOT FMCSA) has recently incorporated changes to their Safety Measurement System (SMS) in an effort to further improve their ability to accurately measure motor carrier’s on-road safety history, performance and compliance. After a March 27, 2012 announcement of proposed changes to the SMS, initially implemented in

In the world of commercial trucking, significant advancements continue to be made in areas affecting truck performance, efficiency, comfort and safety.  Aerodynamic design of tractors, smaller but more powerful engines and a shift towards replacing diesel-burning engines with cleaner, fuel-saving natural gas burning engines are all being implemented in an effort to save resources and

With an estimated 3,000,000+ over-the-road truck drivers plying the nation’s highways, there is still a shortage of qualified personnel to fill open positions and career opportunities abound for those desiring entry into the industry.  For many, becoming a truck driver is an ideal job prospect, allowing those with the ability and desire to handle a big

Considering the prospects of reduced fuel costs, increased fuel economy and overall lower operating costs, the conversion of America’s millions of big rigs from diesel to natural gas would seem obvious. According to industry experts convening at this year’s American Trucking Association’s (ATA) Natural Gas in Trucking Summit, the time to turn this vision into

Exciting trucking industry news recently released by DAF Trucks NV appears destined to have a decidedly positive impact on the industry worldwide.  This is an example of government regulation actually helping rather than hurting trucking companies, owners and operators in their quest to become more efficient and profitable in their operations. DAF, headquartered in Eindhoven,

As a truck driver, you spend an enormous amount of the year on the road, often spending time away family. This holiday season, take full advantage of any time off. Surround yourself with the people you love and take the time to get some well-earned rest so you can tackle the New Year rejuvenated. Be

Many Colorado truck drivers, owner operators and trucking companies are hesitant to implement electronic on board recording systems (EOBR). But, this is the way that our industry is headed and the technology should be embraced. Electronic onboard recorders aren’t mandatory yet, but the FMCSA is moving toward making them a requirement as more rules and