TDI Blog

Whether you have been driving for years or just started, brushing up on your CB radio etiquette is always a good idea. CB radios have been used in the trucking industry for decades, and having a strong knowledge of the terminology, etiquette, and style can help you build a community among other drivers and stay […]

U.S. roads, highways, and interstate systems are home to their fair share of large commercial trucks. Available data show that the roughly 15 million commercial trucks registered in the U.S. play a part in transporting approximately 72% of the freight businesses and everyday individuals rely on. To put into context just how much freight is [...]

DOT is an acronym that stands for the U.S. Department of Transportation. When we talk about DOT compliance, there are the set rules that must be adhered to by drivers. You must know all the DOT Safety Meeting Requirements in the transport industry for smooth trading. Understanding these rules is crucial not only for the […]

To everyone involved in the truck driving industry, proper commercial truck maintenance is a must. If your commercial vehicle is out of sorts or not properly maintained, this can cause issues for everyone: from the dispatchers to the mechanics, the drivers, to the consumers. So what goes into proper truck maintenance? Is it just keeping […]

Driving to and fro across the country provides a wealth of sales and production, but with so many suppliers, customers, and a shortage of truck drivers, there are bound to be occasional delays. Delayed shipments in truck driving are similar to delayed shipments when ordering something for yourself. Some hitch along the way has caused […]

Truck drivers can get lonely sometimes with so much time spent on the road. However, there are plenty of ways to keep yourself occupied and happy–namely, by bringing along a pet travel companion wherever and whenever you go! Pet travel companions are a great way to alleviate loneliness and stress and add joy to any […]