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If you’ve been in the trucking industry for a long time, you may be wondering what is the mandatory retirement age for truck drivers. The good news is that there is no mandatory retirement age for truck drivers! However, there may be other reasons you have to retire from the trucking industry. Keep reading to […]

The results are in: pets positively affect your mental health. This may seem obvious to any pet enthusiast, but some may be concerned about finding employment that will allow you to bring pets along. Fortunately, many trucking companies have pet policies that allow their drivers to include their companions on drives.  Driving with your pet […]

If you’ve emigrated to the United States, you may be wondering “Can a non US citizen get a CDL?” Getting a CDL is a quick way to be able to support your family and establish yourself in this country. So, can a non us citizen get a CDL? The short answer is yes. However, you […]

Being a commercial truck driver is a job that offers many benefits that most individuals may not be aware of. The truck driving industry is always looking for new drivers, and becoming a truck driver is not as long of a process as most people may think. Truck drivers are able to have flexibility in […]

Florida truck stops are an essential part of any Gulf Coast road trip, providing truckers and other exhausted drivers with some much-needed food, rest, and fuel. However, not all truck stops are created equal, and with a highway full of options it can be difficult to choose. So when you find yourself cruising down the […]

Driving in bad weather conditions can be one of the more challenging aspects of being a licensed truck driver. With many different types of weather conditions potentially causing issues for drivers, it is important to know what precautions to take in order to ensure you have a smooth trip. Here at Truck Driver Institute, we […]