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I’m curious what’s “normal” for everyone right now. How many days do you typically stay out OTR before going home? Reply with: Days out: (3–5 / 6–10 / 11–14 / 15–21 / 30+ / home daily) Type of freight: (optional) What makes you stay out longer or come home sooner? Company driver / owner-op /...

Embarking on your first Over-the-Road (OTR) trip as a new truck driver can be both exciting and overwhelming. One of the key elements to a successful and comfortable journey is ensuring you have the right essentials with you. Whether you’re planning a short trip or a longer haul, being prepared...

Hello to all that are new to trucking, we have all been there. Though I'd like to say " Don't settle for that company " Granted this is mostly a OTR website, I've never been OTR ( Thank God ! ) Don't think OTR will be the only companies that will hire you w/o driving experience. That is 100%...

Considering doing Schneider otr. However, I'm seeing a lot of stuff about how their otr is advertised as all 48 states, but is actually mostly regional depending on where your based-with just really short runs like 200 mi or less. I would be based out of south Cali. Woe is me, I know. Any...

I realize times have changed in our industry, as well as the driver. Not many cafe, mom & pop restaurants or fast-food places supply a hot meal or coffee. while on the road. This is where the modern tools and pieces you can run on your truck. I am not talking about a 12volt item to make food...

Looking for a new radio, don't need to be super powerful. Looking to stay under $300-350. Would like to have some weather bands. Also what upgrades would you recommend to go along with a tune, i.e. upgraded final, etc. Back in the day I was happy with my old Realistic 473 USB/lsb, had plenty...

I like the name Samsung Galaxy (I love my Samsung Smart TV and PC monitor) and North American truck drivers seem to like Verizon service that has mobile Internet connectivity. Ideally, I would want a phone that connects to the truck's in-dash infotainment/telematics system via Bluetooth so I...

What is your secret to being a hard-body like a young Marine in this generally lethargic occupation with seemingly very few semi-accessible gyms/fitness centers and precious-few roadside semi-accessible "lean cuisine" restaurants that cater to the Jack Lalanne/Euill Gibbons types of 18-wheels...

Heard a very vague commercial for this recently. I know little about it but I’m not sure it seems like a great idea to lease a used, high mileage fleet truck. The only thing the commercial says is that you lease the truck from these guys, and take it anywhere you want. Then again, we all...

I already posted a thread regarding my pursuit to getting intrastate authority for Arkansas. That and a select few other states, and I will be able to make an attempt at changing my operation in a big way. I am attempting to narrow my operation down to about a 350 mile radius of my home. I...

I know this sounds like I am skipping some of the process, but I have been driving non CDL trucks and doing delivery and service for quite some time now... the long story short is I am in school to become a health coach (have been for the last almost 3 years, while working) and I only really...

Hello, I am a new driver with my Class B license with Air Brakes. I had no interest in getting CDL Class A because I don't want to drive the big rig. I would go OTR and was wondering if most all Class B jobs are local or are there any companies you can refer me to that go OTR? Also I know most...

Hey! Im brand new here so I'm sorry for anydumb questions. Im currently employed and doing alright as a Chief Engineer on a large oil platform supply vessel that runs out of south Louisiana. I have wanted to drive truck ever since i was a kid but have stuck with this oil field line of work for...

I've been driving local for about 8 months now and I would some like OTR experience. What shall I pack for training?

Im looking to find out about a company called "Redden transportation or Transport America"... Just wondering if they are a good company to work for...

Just curious your opinions. I have had my CDL 12 years but only a few months OTR. I've been moving g trailers at a Proctor and Gamble DC last 5 years. I make right at $60,000 a year but beat myself up to make that. The kicking chocks, walking and dust I breathe tears me up. My son graduates...

Maybe a few other companies dosent matter to me trying to get into the business pay isn't important. I have a DUI 3 years ago. With it came improper right turn and driving without a licence. On top of that a month after I received a corruption of minors/ for furnishing alcohol( didn't even do it...

Noob question, but how hard is it to find local truck driving jobs? I'm thinking about getting my CDL but the lifestyle of an OTR driver living on the road doesn't really appeal to me. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated, thanks!

So when I finish training with (classroom and OTR with TRAINER) I have the option to become either a Regional driver avg 2400 miles a week home most weekend, (exceptions of course) or going OTR and only being home every 21. Not real sure which way to got. Yes I have a Family, YES we know it...

i am unable to drive OTR right now because i was driving on suspended three years ago and again two years ago. i had my eyes on werner but FMCSA wont allow me to drive interstate for another year or so. i quit my job to get my class A and now im in quite a pickle. will any companies hire me for...