International LT Series Cab Options

January 28th, 2025 by
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The International LT Series is one of our most popular options at International Used Truck Center and for…

How to Pass Your CDL Exam

January 13th, 2025 by

Not sure how to pass your CDL exam? No problem. CDL test preparation might initially…

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Paid vs. Private CDL Training

January 13th, 2025 by

Your Commercial Driver’s License is the first step toward a long and successful career in…

International eMV Series Overview

December 20th, 2024 by

  You already know of the outstanding reputation of International trucks regarding longevity, power, and…

S13 Integrated Powertrain Specs

December 2nd, 2024 by

International continues innovating the engines for heavy-duty trucks, from tow trucks and dump trucks to…

Navistar Rebrand

December 2nd, 2024 by

Navistar announced it was officially rebranding as International Motors LLC effective Oct. 1, 2024. The…

HV Series Redesign

November 25th, 2024 by

From a construction dump truck or diesel tow truck to a tanker or concrete mixer,…

Truck Fleet Management Tips

August 6th, 2024 by

Effective truck fleet management can make a huge impact on your profits and your customer…

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Trailer Inspection Requirements

August 1st, 2024 by

The trucking industry has to follow many federal regulations regarding interstate commerce and for good…

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Top Commercial Truck Maintenance Tips

Trucks go through quite a bit of wear and tear as they navigate all types…

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Will AI Impact The Trucking Industry?

You may have heard about artificial intelligence (AI) making waves in industries worldwide, but will…

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How to Start a Trucking Business: A Step-by-Step Guide

  Starting a trucking business can be a profitable venture if you understand both the…

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Five Tips for Women in Truck Driving

Is truck driving a good career for a woman? Though the trucking industry is undeniably…

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5 Most Common Truck Driver Health Problems

Is being a truck driver dangerous? The answer is no, but many drivers around …

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What Are the Top Paying Careers for Truckers?

April 26th, 2024 by

  The transportation industry has undergone significant changes in the past few years. From a…

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Tips For a Trucker’s Lifestyle

April 26th, 2024 by

    The life of a truck driver is filled with unique challenges and experiences…

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Ready to Start Your Trucking Company? Here’s a Quick Checklist to Help.

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New Trucking Company Checklist    Perhaps you’ve been a driver for many years and have…

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5 Must-Follow Podcasts for Long Haul Truckers

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Podcasts are a great tool for maintaining your focus on the road, especially when you’ve…

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Investing in Your Health. What are the Best Semi Truck Mattresses for 2023?

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Lack of quality sleep is a challenge too many truck drivers face on the road….

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5 Trucking Accounting Software Programs to Boost Your Business in 2023

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No matter what kind of cargo your trucking company is hauling, you need a reliable…

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5 Ways to Find Loads for Your Trucking Business

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Whether you’re an independent owner-operator or running a large fleet, actively connecting with shippers and…

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Navistar Named 2022 Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation

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LISLE, Ill. (December 15, 2022) – Navistar has been named a 2022 “Top Company for…

Navistar Recognizes Exceptional Dealer Technicians With Inaugural Technician of the Year Award

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LISLE, Ill. (February 23, 2023) – Navistar demonstrates its commitment to recognizing technician talent through…

Navistar Recognizes Women In Trucking’s Ellen Voie With Champion of Change Award

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ARLINGTON, Va. (March 14, 2023) – Ellen Voie, founder of the Women In Trucking Association…

Navistar Launches International® S13 Integrated Powertrain for Vocational Market

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LISLE, Ill., (March 14, 2023) – Navistar has launched the International® S13 Integrated Powertrain for…

Tips for Hiring a Commercial Vehicle Mechanic

March 31st, 2023 by
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Looking for a commercial vehicle mechanic to service your fleet? We can’t overstate the importance…

Safely Transporting Construction Materials

March 21st, 2023 by
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How To Safely Transport Construction Materials The American construction industry—and our country’s economy itself—would fail…

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Productive Commercial Truck Driving Tips & Tricks

February 21st, 2023 by

Being a productive commercial driver is not just about getting in a full day’s work….

Women In Trucking

January 30th, 2023 by
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Female truck drivers currently make up just 8% of the professional driver workforce, but their…

Best Truck GPS at International Used Truck Center

January 23rd, 2023 by
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If you’re a semi truck driver, you know that every minute of uptime counts. Ending…

Benefits of Electric Trucks

January 17th, 2023 by
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Just a few short years ago, many in the industry thought that the idea of…

How To Become A Truck Driver

January 9th, 2023 by
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Looking for the freedom to set your own schedule and the thrill of unknown roads—all…

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Tips For Improving Fuel Economy

December 21st, 2022 by
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High gas prices are a pain for any driver, but if you’re behind the wheel…

Keys to Driver Retention

December 12th, 2022 by
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More drivers than ever are switching companies in pursuit of better benefits or striking out…

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International LT625 is the 2022 Highest Retained Value Award Winner

November 16th, 2022 by
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“This award confirms something we at International and our customers who have experienced the product…

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How Long Is Truck Driving School?

November 11th, 2022 by
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You may already know that you need a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to become a…

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Defensive Driving Tips for Truck Drivers

October 31st, 2022 by
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The roads of and can be unpredictable, so it’s important to stay sharp…

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Types of Commercial Driver Jobs

October 20th, 2022 by
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If you’re thinking about becoming a commercial truck driver in , there are lots of…

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Driving Awareness With Navistar

October 10th, 2022 by
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October is breast cancer awareness month, and Navistar is doing its part to spread the…

Protect Your Investment With a Semi Truck Warranty

October 6th, 2022 by
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The purchase of a semi truck is one of the most significant business decisions you…

How to Stay Hydrated on the Road

September 30th, 2022 by
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When you’ve got a busy day of driving on the horizon, the last thing on…

International LT Design Updates

September 20th, 2022 by
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The International LT is the manufacturer’s flagship heavy-duty model, and 2022 marks the first upgrade…

Overnight Stops: Personal Safety Tips for Drivers

September 20th, 2022 by
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From frigid winters to boiling-hot summers to dangerous truck stops, big rig drivers face safety…

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National Farmworker Jobs Program Provides Free CDL Training

September 16th, 2022 by
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Job openings for Class A truck drivers in Dixon, IL are plentiful, and a grant…

Driving Across State Lines: What You Need To Know

September 6th, 2022 by
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) enforces nationwide regulations that all drivers must follow—…

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How To Clean Fogged Headlights

August 31st, 2022 by
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Have you noticed that the light coming from your semi truck headlights is less bright…

Why is Maintaining Proper Pressure Important for Fuel Costs?

August 24th, 2022 by
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Maintaining proper tire pressure is one of the simplest ways to save on fuel costs…

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2022 Carb Emissions Regulations

August 18th, 2022 by
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Starting in 2022, the California Air Resources Board and the EPA will have different emissions…

International® S13 Integrated Powertrain Provides Customers Durability, Reliability and Industry-Leading Operating Efficiency

August 18th, 2022 by
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LAS VEGAS (August 16, 2022) – International introduces the specifications and design philosophy surrounding its new…

Summer Safety Supplies for Truckers

August 4th, 2022 by
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You can usually rely on your truck’s air conditioning to keep you cool when temperatures…

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Heart Health On The Road

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As it has been for decades, heart disease is the leading cause of death in…

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Medium Duty: Landscape Dump Trucks

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Dump trucks use a rear hinge and hydraulic rams to deposit material onto the ground…

How Many Gallons Does a Semi Truck Hold?

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When you factor in the radius of operation, a semi truck tank generally holds 120…

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How Long Do Semi Truck Brakes Last?

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If you’re buying a wholesale used trucks for your fleet, you’ve probably asked yourself, “How…

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Medium Duty: Dry Van

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A dry van—the combination of a dry van truck and/or a dry van trailer—is the…

Medium Duty: Refrigerated Trucks

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If you are transporting goods that must be kept cold, a refrigerated truck is the…

Glossary of Trucking Terms

April 13th, 2022 by

The trucking industry has a language of its own—and if you’re new to it, one…

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Amazon Delivery Startup

April 11th, 2022 by
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With the Amazon Delivery Service Partner program, the company has recruited the talents of small-business…

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Accident Prevention Tips for Truck Drivers

March 11th, 2022 by
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Taking tens of thousands of pounds of cargo down the highway is inherently risky—but the…

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Maximize Your Trade Value

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With the current shortage of used trucks, now is a great time to trade in…

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How Turbochargers Work

February 4th, 2022 by
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Diesel engines achieve a higher power output than gasoline engines by compressing the air before…

How to Clean a DPF Filter

February 4th, 2022 by
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After diesel exhaust gases are expelled from the engine, they are directed to a filtration…

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CB Radio Lingo & Trucker Talk

February 4th, 2022 by
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Now that many drivers use cell phones and satellite systems to communicate with other drivers…

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LED vs. Halogen Lights

January 20th, 2022 by
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What Are the Benefits of LED Lights for Semi Trucks? LED (Light Emitting Diode) headlights…

What Is DPF?

January 5th, 2022 by
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You’ve probably heard that diesel fuel ”burns clean” — and for that, you can thank…

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What Does the International Semi-Truck Warranty Cover?

January 5th, 2022 by
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If you’re looking for a commercial used truck with a warranty, you’re in the right…

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Mountain Driving Tips

January 5th, 2022 by
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You may have years of experience driving in and around and , but are…

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Introducing the International™ eMV Series

November 22nd, 2021 by

Have you been waiting for an electric truck with real-world usability to benefit your business?…

Why Would Anyone Buy an Electric Truck or Bus?

October 26th, 2021 by

Photo Courtesy of Advanced Clean Transporation Expo By Jason Gies Vice President, eMobility Business Development…

What is a Medium-Duty Truck?

October 14th, 2021 by
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Have you ever heard someone refer to a light, medium, or heavy-duty truck? These classifications…

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Top Semi Truck Tools for Better Travels

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When it’s just you and the open roads ahead, it’s important to pack wisely! From…

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Common Types of Straight Trucks

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Straight trucks, unlike tractor trailers, are commercial trucks with a fixed trailer. This simple definition…

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Battery Basics & Maintenance

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Today’s tech tip provides general information while staying true to purpose. The lead acid battery…

TRATON GROUP Successfully Completes Navistar Merger and Ushers in a New Era

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US commercial vehicle manufacturer Navistar becomes part of the TRATON GROUP following successful closing The…

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Box Truck Sizes

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If you’re ready to add a box truck to your business, you may be asking…

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What is a Heavy Duty Truck?

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Even everyday drivers will have heard the term ‘heavy duty truck’ thrown around, but what…

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Straight Truck Dimensions & Sizes

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When it comes to picking the right truck for your business, you need to know…

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How Do Air Brakes Work?

April 21st, 2021 by
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HOW DO AIR BRAKES WORK It takes a lot of power to stop an 80,000-pound…

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What Size Is A Semi Truck Mattress?

March 30th, 2021 by
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Rather than pay for a room, many semi truck drivers opt for a sleeper cab…

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Factory Warranty

Navistar Offers Free Factory Warranty For Any Used International® LT® And RH™ Series Vehicles Purchased…

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What Is a Straight Truck

February 25th, 2021 by
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If you’re browsing a used truck inventory to get started as a trucker or improve…

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Eaton Automated-Manual Transmission UltraShift Plus & Smart Advantage Series

February 10th, 2021 by
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The majority of current International trucks on your UTC lot have the Eaton automated-manual transmission…

Navistar Shares Vision Of Opportunity For Service Technicians

February 9th, 2021 by

TECH EmPOWERment Program and Growing Equipment Donations Drive Tech Training LISLE, Ill., Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Navistar…

All About the International LT Exterior: Part 2

February 4th, 2021 by
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Upgraded Headlights The LT comes with standard LED headlights that deliver best-in-class brightness—40% brighter than ProStar®—with…

Truck Driver Accessories

February 2nd, 2021 by
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With all the time you spend on the road around Columbus, it’s safe to say…

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Cummins X15 Engine Specs

February 2nd, 2021 by
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Based on the ISX, the Cummins X15 engine was created to produce additional horsepower, maintains…

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Navistar Bendix® Wingman® Fusion™ System

February 2nd, 2021 by
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Main Features of Navistar Bendix® Wingman® Fusion™ System Occasionally we encounter trucks in the UTO…

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Eaton Transmission Performance & Info

February 2nd, 2021 by
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Regardless of whether you’re interested in an Eaton Fuller transmission or a Endurant Automated Manual…

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LT Features and Benefits

January 30th, 2021 by
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Reviewing many of the LT product’s features and benefits, I’ve selected 10 product points. Exterior:…

All About the International LT Exterior: Part 1

January 21st, 2021 by
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How Does the International LT Exterior Reduce Drag? Vehicles rarely drive perfectly into the wind, so…

The DuraStar 4300

January 18th, 2021 by
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Product Highlights Built completely of commercial-grade components and materials, DuraStar is as tough as you…

Truck Driver Hours

December 28th, 2020 by
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Truck Driver Hours of Service You want your fleet to be at optimum performance when…

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Winter Driving Tips for Truckers

December 28th, 2020 by
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When it comes to winter driving, semi truck drivers have more to worry about than…

Semi Truck Emergency Kit

December 13th, 2020 by
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For any truck driver, emergency kits are an essential part of preparing your truck for…

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What is Semi-Synthetic Oil?

November 19th, 2020 by
Semi Truck Mechanic

In today’s market, understanding the different types of semi truck oil can be quite the…

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Semi Truck Tire Chains Guide

November 19th, 2020 by
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Semi truck tire chains can be a hassle, but it’s a great idea for any…

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How Much Does a Semi Truck Tire Weigh?

November 10th, 2020 by
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Semi trucks are built to handle tough road conditions and hefty cargo, and that durability…

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How Much Does It Cost to Register a Semi Truck?

November 10th, 2020 by
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When you drive a commercial vehicle, there are tons of factors to consider. From learning…

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How Much Does an Owner-Operator Truck Driver Make?

November 10th, 2020 by
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The average base salary for a truck driver in the US is $61,356 per year….

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What is a Semi Truck?

November 10th, 2020 by
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What you know as a semi truck is actually two parts: a semi-tractor to provide…

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