Did you know that the average cost of a heavy truck accident increases with truck size, leading to more expensive accidents? That fact sounds alarming, but it’s important for every truck driver and fleet manager to understand the gravity of their job. With great power comes great responsibility, after all! If you drive or manage a log trailer,…
Coming out of the global pandemic, truck sales in Canada are expected to see a growth of around 20%. As business begins to pick up, many companies are thinking of expanding or upgrading their fleet. But how do you choose the right truck for your needs? Spec’ing a truck needs careful consideration. Read on as we discuss how…
Working as a semi-truck driver has many perks. You get the advantages of a well-paying salary, paid sick days, travelling around the country, and guaranteed job security. The demand for truck driving is growing, and studies show that by 2026, there will be more than 200,000 positions available. While this job comes with many benefits, it does have…
Being a professional truck driver is a fantastic career. There are countless benefits to driving a truck for a living. You get to work on the road and see new places on a daily basis. However, there are certain health issues to be aware of. Fortunately, there are ways to avoid these common health concerns for truck drivers,…
Rough roads do a number on vehicles, increasing the cost of maintaining a commercial truck. Sometimes, the issues caused can be big and obvious, like when a trailer seems to drift back and forth in a lane. Semi-trailer alignment can be thrown off by potholes and result in safety and maintenance concerns. The wider tires used on trailers…
When working on the road, it’s important to get your load where it needs to go safely and securely. The easiest way to protect your cargo is with a tarp. But how do you correctly tarp a trailer? What do you need to know about truck safety to make sure your goods are protected and secure? This guide will…
Car accidents claim thousands of lives every year. But, as deadly as these accidents are, semi-truck accidents are usually even more catastrophic. As a professional driver, you must drive more defensively than all the other drivers around you. To help, we’ve put together this heavy truck safety guide. In it, we provide actionable tips you can use to help prevent dangerous incidents…
Most heavy trucks will break down every 10,000 miles. And, while it’s great to have a roadside heavy truck repair team like RJames Management Group Ltd., who’s ready for such situations, you want to get ahead of the problem. You want to regularly perform heavy truck maintenance to avoid breakdowns while your vehicle is on the road. Here are five…