Big Rig Basics

Keep your trailer landings in good shape by periodically greasing and inspecting the landing legs

New Products

A keychain tool, poly fenders, LED lights, bumpers, a portable wheel wash solution, diesel formulas and natural gas engines are among the products featured.

Views from the Grandstands

The green flag dropped on NASCAR’s 2009 season at Daytona last month, but March is when most of the big racing series fire up.

How to Become an O/O

Saving receipts and keeping good records are essential to your successful operation.

Meet the Fleet

While its reefer fleet leads the way, Western Distributing Transportation also operates armored car, auto transport and towing and recovery businesses.

Driver of the Month

Crete driver built long-lasting tie with children via carrier’s rider policy.

Smart Driving : In a fog

How you operate becomes more acute when the thick pea soup rolls in.

Fit for the Road

Your physical health is very much affected by your mental health, and caring for yourself emotionally is just as important as caring for yourself physically.

Exit Only

Owner-operator gets his advocacy legs via truck maker’s promotional program.

Editor’s Journal: Fuzzy math

When drivers no longer have to push themselves beyond the limits to earn a decent living, the hours-or-service rule problem will finally be solvable.

Fleet Insider

Truckers and carriers are recognized and receive awards.

Feature Article: Drilling for diesel

An examination of what components determine the price you pay for a gallon of diesel fuel.

Feedback

Truckers weigh in on CSA 2010, truckstop restrooms, the price of diesel fuel and favorite Web sites.

For the Record

Texting while driving, hours of service flexibility, truck related deaths, freight theft and more are featured.

I’m Just Say’n

Advice is given on "boys' night out,' coming home to a messy house and reigniting the old 'chemistry.'

Feature Article: Custom built

Competing in a bodybuilding contest is a lot like competing in a truck beauty show. It requires extreme planning, discipline and attitude.

How to Become an O/O: To lease or not to lease

Leasing may seem like the easiest way to many drivers to switch to owner-operator status, but pitfalls exist.

New Products

A wireless headset, shock absorbers, aerodynamic options, an online negotiating system, a conversion bulb and collection cards are showcased in this new product section.