16 Tips For Female Truck Drivers You Have To See Now

I’m not going to sugar coat this, female truck drivers in many ways can expect a different experience (compared to men) while truck driving. It’s just the way it is for women in a male dominated field.

To be fair male drivers do face a similar set of challenges, just not to the same extent.

Being safe and aware of what is going on around you is good for all drivers, not just women. In this article you’ll find 16 tips for truck drivers that are women but can be applied to all truck drivers, regardless of gender. Read More

12 Volt Electric Frying Pan For OTR Drivers (pros and cons)

Are you looking for the best 12 volt electric frying pan to use in your truck, car, or RV? This one by Roadpro is by far the best one you will find.

Being a truck driver and having healthy food options are rare. A lot of drivers resort to eating unhealthy food at truck stops and fast food restaurants.

After several years the pounds begin to add up and before you know it you are 50 lbs heavier than you were when you started driving.
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GPS Apps For Truckers That You Need Now

The three best GPS apps for truckers are Smart Truck Route Version 2, Copilot, and Sygic Truck Navigation. Each one of these resemble what you would expect from an actual GPS unit, turn by turn directions and automatic updates.

Smart Truck Route Version 2 is the one I have been using for several years along with Google Maps and a good old Rand McNally paper atlas for my backup. With this combination I rarely encounter any problems navigating.

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Truck Driver Seat Belt Laws For Semi Trucks (must read)

Yes, truck drivers do have to wear seat belts. As a matter of fact, all CMV (commercial motor vehicle) drivers have to wear a seat belt in order to operate the vehicle. Whether you are transporting property with a truck or transporting passengers with a bus you have to (the driver) wear your seat belt at all times.

What about commercial vehicle passengers? Passengers in all property carrying commercial vehicles have to be wearing a seat belt properly at all times as well (as of 2016).
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12 Volt Slow Cooker For Truck Drivers To Eat Healthier

The 12 volt slow cooker that is a “must have” cooking accessory for truck drivers is this one by RoadPro.

I have been using this slow cooker (crock pot) for several years and I absolutely love it.

It’s been one of the cooking accessories that I use most often, along with this 12 volt stove/lunch box which is also made by RoadPro.

It’s great being able to setup the slow cooker in the morning and by the time I’m done driving I have a warm, healthy meal waiting for me.
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