TDI Blog

Roth IRA, 401(k), traditional IRA, pension, SEP IRA, profit-sharing plans — how do you know which of these truck driving retirement plans is the best one? The answer is that it could be any of them, depending on how much you currently have saved, when you plan to retire, and other factors. Let’s take a […]

Whether you’re a new driver or have been on the road for years, managing your OTR truck driver lifestyle is a challenge that all drivers face. A career in the transportation industry is vastly rewarding, but the unique lifestyle that accompanies the exciting career makes it difficult for some to handle.  The demanding aspect of […]

Whether you’re a veteran truck driver or a newcomer, every 24 months you will need to prepare for the DOT physical exam to ensure that you are in stable physical and mental condition. The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires this examination of all professional drivers to ensure drivers and others on the road are safe. […]

Pursuing a trucking career is a considerably major career choice for anyone to make. While the job is uniquely rewarding, allowing truck drivers to travel the country and meet new people, not everyone can manage its somewhat demanding aspects. There are numerous reasons why people decide to become a truck driver, but it’s when they [...]

Driving long hours and being away from home for days at time makes it essential that truck drivers stay connected to family. A life on the road can be difficult, especially when your family and friends are all together celebrating holidays and special events while you’re behind the wheel of a rig. When you’re on […]

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “What does a truck driver do everyday?” and you’ve only been able to come up with “driving,” any truck driver will tell you there’s a lot more to the day than that. One of the biggest draws to the profession of truck driving is the freedom to travel and experience [...]