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Prevent Driving Related Deaths
The top cause of truck driver deaths is vehicle accidents. In the United States alone, 800 to 1,000 truck drivers per year perish in accidents caused…
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Sep 27, 2024
Is It Time for New Tires?
Did you know that tires typically need to be replaced every 25,000 to 75,000 miles? How often you replace your tires depends on several factors…
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Aug 19, 2024
Eye Health and Eye Protection for Truckers
As an owner operator, your career depends on being able to see properly. Whether it’s driving at night, driving during a snowstorm, or getting…
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Aug 15, 2024
Obtain Your Medical Certification for Your CDL
CDL owner operator truck drivers must obtain and renew their medical certification every 2 years. If the medical examiner identifies certain health…
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Aug 13, 2024
Clean Your Driving Record
Removing Violations from Your Driving Record As a CDL driver, getting violations can cost you and your trucking business both time and money. If…
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Jul 22, 2024
Stop Smoking
Cut Down on Smoking Nearly 70% of truckers have reported that they smoke cigarettes. Quitting smoking offers numerous benefits that can…
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Jul 19, 2024
Test Your Brakes
Test Your Brakes Faulty, leaking, or inoperative brakes can cause you to receive a violation or even worse. Test your Automatic Brake System…
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Jul 17, 2024
Stretches for Truck Drivers
Driving, picking up, loading, and delivering freight can take a toll on your body if you don’t take care of yourself. Orange + Black has your back,…
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Jun 25, 2024
Give Yourself a Break!
Give Yourself a Break! Giving yourself a 30-minute break for every 8 hours of driving is required by law. Skipping these required breaks is one of…
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Jun 23, 2024