Haunted Highways in America

All ghosts and goblins 

and creatures of night

Who welcome the call 

of Halloween fright

Must join us and read 

this menacing thread

On the gravest of nights 

filled with horror and dread...

We all know many of the traditional campfire stories that get passed around every Halloween: redrum, bloody Mary, etc... But there are many stories you haven't heard. Spending many long and endless hours on the road, truckers more than anyone know about the supernatural, haunted, paranormal activities that take place on America's highways, and Halloween is the perfect time to reveal these ghostly sightings and eerie happenings.

A Must-Read for Every Trucker: How to get restful sleep in your truck

There are few things more important to the health and safety of a professional truck driver, and his responsibilities on the road, than getting adequate rest. This is especially true when you're a long haul trucker. Among all the uncertainties of life on the road, one thing is for certain; you absolutely must find a way to get restful sleep in your truck. Getting adequate rest is vital not only for safety on the road but also to maintain good health, especially with the health and safety regulations that are in place for truckers.

Sleeping in a truck can quite a challenge, especially for the newbie trucker who has not learned all the tricks of making a bunk feel like home. Some common reasons why sleep is not possible in trucks could be due to noise, light, smell, health issues, inadequate bedding, and an uncomfortable atmosphere.

On the highway, skilled truckers can save lives; learn from the best

At SWTDT, we can talk all day about our awesome truck wraps, friendly staff, and how great our instructors are. However, we also need to give our students and prospective students a reminder of why it is important to get the best, most attentive training, available to you. 

Did you know that our instructors have millions of accident-free miles under their belts? 

Did you know that, when necessary, we will take the extra time help you advance in a particular area that you're struggling with?

5 Things You Must Do While Encountering a Tire Blowout

Now that you know what can cause semi truck tire blowouts (see: 4 Causes of Truck Tire Blowouts) and how mitigate the risk of one, below are some tips on what to do when one does happen to you.

The first thing you can do to safely navigate through a tire blowout is to always be mentally prepared for one to happen. Being prepared will make you less likely to panic when the situation arises, and could even save your life. When panic sets in, you're more likely to make mistakes and do things you might not normally do. Mental preparedness can make you feel more calm and in control of the situation, and more likely to remember the right way to handle things.

4 Causes of Truck Tire Blowouts You Need to Know About

Tire blowouts are quite common while driving a truck that has 18 wheels, and it can cause panic even in the most experienced of semi truck drivers. Because a blowout results in an actual explosion of the tire, rather than just a flattening, the way the rig will react is often unpredictable.

While some blowouts aren't preventable, there are a few things you can do to mitigate the risk of this happening to you. Here are some things you can do, based on four main causes of tractor trailer blowouts:

Poor maintenance is one cause of semi truck tire blowouts that is entirely preventable by you. By making sure that you're keeping up with the regular maintenance of your truck, and that it continues to meet safety requirements, you're keeping yourself and drivers around you safer.