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3 things you need to know before driving for flatbed trucking companies

Despite its risks, it is a hugely rewarding industry with many challenges unique to it. Flatbed trucking drivers have many more responsibilities than a regular truck or van driver. They travel long distances carrying heavier loads.

Flatbed drivers are at a higher safety risk

If you are a new flatbed driver or are currently considering becoming one, it is important that do your research and learn everything you can. There are certain things that you must know before you sign up for driving flatbed trucks. Here we have rounded up 3 things you need to know before signing up for flatbed trucking.

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Why Truck Drivers Shouldn’t Fear Automation

Automation is set to make operations safer and more efficient in many industries across America. However, many workers fear that automation may end up costing them their jobs. Their fears aren’t entirely unfounded as the goal of automation is to replace labor with computerized systems that are easier to manage and are less error-prone.

Oversized shipping services monitor their freight constantly.

However, truck drivers may be more immune to the effects of automation than their counterparts in other industries. Here are some reasons why truck drivers shouldn’t fear automation.

1.      Truckers perform many non-driving duties

Automation in the trucking industry will likely appear in the form of self-driving vehicles. These vehicles will be able to stay on route with deliveries and avoid accidents without requiring the constant supervision of a driver. Continue reading “Why Truck Drivers Shouldn’t Fear Automation”

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4 Reasons You Should Drive for Flatbed Transportation Companies

Few blue collar occupations offer the thrill and excitement that driving flatbed trucks offers. The people that drive these trucks are drawn to flatbed trucking companies for a variety of reasons.

Many truckers get accustomed to the trucking lifestyle easily.

Not everybody is cut out for trucking jobs, but you may take a shine to this profession if any of the following reasons excite you. Let’s look at some of the reasons why people become flatbed truck drivers.

1.      Great pay

The average base salary for truck drivers in the US in 2019 was $62,000. This is a decent salary for a job that doesn’t require a post-secondary education or lengthy specialized training courses. Many flatbed transportation companies within this industry offer their drivers much higher salaries than average, so you may be able make a lot of money in a short amount of time if you can hack it as a trucker.

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3 Types of Specialized Transport Trailers

The shipping industry transports millions of tons of cargo every day. Some of the cargo they are responsible for shipping requires transportation trucks with specialized trailers. These can include refrigerated trucks, chemical trailers, petroleum tanks, and many others.

Many companies offer specialized transportation services.

These specialized transportation vehicles are essential for shipping various materials and cargo to different places around the country. Let’s take a look at 3 types of specialized transport trailers.

1.      Car carrier trailers

Everyone has seen car carrier trucks on the road at some point. These vehicles are also known as transporter lorries in the UK, and usually consist of trailers or semi-trailers that are specially fitted with large racks that are used to hold and transport many vehicles at a time. They have built-in ramps with hydraulic systems to assist with loading and off-loading vehicles.

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Winter Safety Tips for Truckers: How to Avoid Accidents in the Cold Season

Safety tips for truckers in winter

Maneuvering a giant 18-wheeler or any other heavy-duty truck is hard enough on its own. Bring in a slick road, ever-changing weather conditions, and impaired road visibility due to fog or snowfall, and driving a truck during winters becomes the most difficult task on earth.

Staying safe on the road during the cold season is not an easy task. Icy roads can give a tough time to even the most experienced drivers in managing their vehicles. However, following a few precautionary measures is all it takes to reduce the risk of accidents and protect against harm. So, if you are a truck driver who is going to be out on the road in a cold season, here are some useful tips to drive safely in the winter.

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The Best Smartphone Apps for Truck Drivers

Useful apps for truck drivers

Driving for hour after hour without any company can indeed be very daunting and depressing. But who says trucking has to be difficult or boring? If you have a smartphone, you can have all the entertainment you need on the go. All you need to do is download some useful and engaging apps. And if you are wondering which ones are the best, here are some of the best smartphone apps for truck drivers.

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This Girl Drives A Tractor Trailer

This Girl Drives A Trailer Truck

This 12-year-old is the queen of truckers!

Posted by Cultura Colectiva + on Thursday, December 21, 2017

This Girl Drives A Tractor Trailer

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America has a massive truck driver shortage. Here’s why few want an $80,000 job.

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America has a massive shortage of truck drivers. Joyce Brenny, head of Brenny Transportation in Minnesota, increased driver pay 15 percent this year to try to attract more drivers. Many of her drivers now earn $80,000, she says, yet she still can’t find enough people for the job.

About 51,000 more drivers are needed to meet the demand from companies such as Amazon and Walmart that are shipping more goods across the country, according to the American Trucking Associations. The driver shortage is already leading to delayed deliveries and higher prices for goods that Americans buy. The ATA predicts that it’s likely to get worse in the coming years.

Heather Long, Washington Post
Published: May 29, 2018Updated: May 30, 2018 at 08:53 AM

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The Trucking Industry’s Driver Shortage and its Implications

The Trucking Industry’s Driver Shortage and its Implications

By David Bansleben

The trucking industry has been dealing with driver shortage for several years now. In recent times the driver shortage in the ​flatbed shipping​ industry has been pushed to the forefront as the trucking industry attempts to manage this issue. Bob Costello, the chief economist at the American Trucking Association stated that the country was experiencing a shortage of drivers by a number estimated to be 51,000 in 2017. The 2016 numbers indicated the shortage to be around 36,000, indicating a drastic increase that is only expected to continue Costello predicts. The reason this issue is so prevalent in the transportation industry is because a shortage of active drivers means there will be less trucks on the road to transport freight. The shortage of available trucks to transport freight combined with the increased demand for trucks by businesses has combined to create a perfect storm in ​flatbed hauling​. Continue reading “The Trucking Industry’s Driver Shortage and its Implications”

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Is Flatbed Hauling Quotes for Flatbed Carriers?

Is Flatbed Shipping for Flatbed Carriers?
Logistics – flatbed shipping delivery.

Is Flatbed Hauling Quotes for Flatbed Carriers?

Going forward with all the HOS rule changes carriers will look for strong relationships with shippers and brokers that have a reliable network. The flatbed shipping customer and the flatbed transportation carrier must have a strong dependable relationship.

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