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The Mentorship Journey: How Guiding Lights Illuminate Our Career Paths
by David Seewack on February 26, 2024
In a landscape where skilled professionals are in high demand, mentorship becomes a superpower. It's about accelerating learning curves, transferring knowledge, and preparing the next wave of industry leaders. For those willing to embrace mentorship, the opportunities for career advancement are as vast as the open road. read more
Category: General, Insights, Tips and Tricks, Trucking StoriesOn the Road Grub: The Ultimate Guide to Top Restaurants with Truck Parking
by Findit Parts on February 16, 2024
Truckers, It's time to switch gears from the endless asphalt stretches and focus on a crucial aspect of every trucker's journey – refueling, and we're not just talking diesel. Welcome to a roadmap of America's best trucker-friendly eateries, where the parking is ample and the meals are hearty. We're guiding ... read more
Category: General, Restaurants for Truckers, TruckingTop 7 Playlist For Truckers
by Findit Parts on February 6, 2024
FinditParts has put together some of the best songs for truckers that'll turn your cabin into a rolling concert. Whether you're into classic rock, 70’s country, groovy 80s music, or the best of hip-hop. Let's dive into these classic trucker songs that are sure to make every mile a bit more rockin'. read more
Category: General, TruckingThe Indispensable Role of Trucking in America's Economy and Society
by David Seewack on September 8, 2023
Trucking is not just an industry; it's the lifeblood of America. As we approach Truck Driver Appreciation Week, it's worth recognizing the monumental role that trucking plays in our economy and everyday lives. read more
Category: General, TruckingThe Importance of Training Parts Personnel
by David Seewack on February 9, 2023
Up-to-date skills drive up shop productivity, keep labor and parts costs in check, and hold downtime for service to a minimum. read more
Category: Efficient Practices, GeneralExpanding your horizons: Sell more truck parts using e-commerce
by David Seewack on August 13, 2020
This article first appeared in TPS on August 06, 2020. READ THE ORIGINAL THERE. The heavy-duty truck parts industry slowly has been warming up to e-commerce. It wasn’t long ago that parts providers feared Amazon was coming to siphon off sales and crash the business. Others in the industry felt ... read more
Category: GeneralHow To Deal With Being Away From Home
by Ashley Thompson on June 7, 2018
Extended time away from home is a primary concern for a lot of truckers - it means long stretches of time away from loved ones, and a sudden shift in the lives of your family's day to day routine. For both parties, the one on the road and the one ... read more
Category: GeneralWhat Do You Look For In A Trucking Company?
by Ashley Thompson on May 24, 2018
You've decided to jump into trucking, and have your CDL all set to go. You're ready to start earning, and are eager to hit the road. There's just one question left to answer: what trucking company will you work for? When looking at trucking companies and comparing their businesses and ... read more
Category: GeneralAmerica's Best Truck Stops For Truckers
by Ashley Thompson on April 26, 2018
As any seasoned highway hero will tell you, not all truck stops are created equal. While many will suffice for pit stop purposes, there are a few with amenities that make it feel like a little home away from home. Whether it's extra attractions like a museum or casino, or ... read more
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