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.

Why Semi-Truck Drivers Should Consider Team Driving

With any new profession, it's difficult to enter into it feeling completely alone. In trucking, you don't just feel alone, you are alone. This means that if you need on-the-road advice or mentoring, there aren't many ways to readily have access to it. Even for an experienced driver, this can be difficult. It is for this, and many other reasons, that we recommend you take a look at team driving as an option for after you graduate from SWTDT and earn your CDL. 

How to Safely Share the Road with a Semi Truck

Just as big rigs are a staple of our nation's economy, they are also a staple of its roads. It is difficult to avoid sharing highways, freeways, and even city streets with them, since their contents are what keep businesses stocked with the things we need. It may help to keep the latter in mind next time you get stuck behind one. Lots of space, and patience, are key to safely maneuvering the road with an 18-wheeler around.