Truck driving isn’t just a job—it’s a diverse and dynamic profession offering various career paths to suit different lifestyles and preferences. From regional routes to local deliveries and long-haul journeys, trucking offers drivers multiple opportunities, each with unique pros and cons. In this guide, we’ll explore the key differences between regional, local, and over-the-road (OTR) […]
Month: March 2024
Risk Management in Hazmat Transportation
Transporting hazardous materials (hazmat) poses significant risks to public safety, the environment, and property. Effective risk management helps to mitigate these dangers and ensure the safe transportation of hazardous substances. This blog post will reveal the complexities of hazmat transportation, exploring the inherent risks, regulatory standards, best practices, and technological advancements to enhance safety in […]
What Is Over-the-Road Trucking?
With over 70% of freight tonnage transported across the United States reliant on trucking, the role of over the road trucking (OTR) in sustaining the nation’s economy cannot be overstated. As the backbone of logistics, OTR trucking ensures the seamless flow of goods from coast to coast, connecting producers with consumers and businesses with markets. […]
What Is a Regional Truck Driver and How to Become One?
Regional truck driving balances the long-haul lifestyle of over-the-road (OTR) driving and the home time of local driving. But what exactly does it entail, and how can one pursue a career in this field? In this blog post, we’ll explore regional truck driving, what it means to be a regional truck driver and the steps […]