They know all the routes, where the best and worst truck stops are and they know how to work their truck to get the most out of it. You however, you’re just happy when you make it to your destination in one piece. So is it ever going to change? Will you ever be one of those top dogs with over one million miles behind them? Yes, you will.

All drivers started out on the bottom at some point. Ask any veteran trucker, he’ll tell you, the key is to keep on truckin’. Keep moving your wheels and pounding that pavement like there’s no tomorrow. Knowledge comes with experience, eventually you will be the one all the rookies are looking to for advice.

Many veteran truck drivers have felt the same way you do now. They know the hardships of becoming a truck driver. They know the pressure you feel when you are trying to back up, surrounded by other truck drivers who are criticizing your every flick of the wheel. Just keep doing what you’re doing. As long as you are out there trying your best and working your hardest, you will be well on your way.

Most experienced truck drivers are eager to help rookies out, they are willing to give tips and answer questions. The biggest tip they give any beginning truck driver is, don’t give up. Keep on truckin’ and you’ll be just fine. A truck driving career is a great profession and there are plenty of veteran truck drivers who will tell you it isn’t easy, but it is definitely worth it.

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During the three months that he was at school and away from his family he stayed busy and kept in contact.  As he started out on the road he would call home and tell his loved ones about all of the amazing places that he had read about and was now receiving the opportunity to see. It was truly a dream career and Tony continually expressed his love for driving.  After going through school Tony worked for a company as an evaluator of their drivers. He was dedicated to his work and expected the best from all drivers on the road.  Although Tony was thriving and growing, his career was sadly cut short.

Tragedy struck on July 14, 2007 when Tony was killed in a trucking accident. While driving his truck a car crossed a median and in order to avoid hitting the car Tony veered off the bridge and was killed. Tony gave his life in order to save another and for that he died a hero.  His wife is grateful that he passed away doing what he loved.  His passion for driving became his way of life and his dedication to excellence was evident.  Tony’s wife says that she was never worried about him on the road because she knew that he had received the best training at C.R. England.  Tony was proud to be a driver and loved every minute of his work.  He is a great example to all as a driver who worked with dedication and committed his whole heart to the job.  He will always be remembered for the positive impact that he left on the driving industry.

I found a great list of “do’s” for precaution from an article on jobmonkey.com.  Check it out!

• “Stay away from remote rest areas, especially at night
• Keep the doors of your rig locked at all times
• Never advertise that you’re traveling alone, even on the radio
• Stay off back roads or short cuts
• Try parking close to the main door of any truck stops you’re at
• ALWAYS carry a cell phone with you”

Another great idea found is to put a flannel shirt on the backrest of the passenger seat, making the thought that you have a big husky (and mean looking) passenger with you.  I thought that was a very creative idea.  Keep your head up and be aware of your surroundings is another wonderful thought.

Trucking is a wonderful lifestyle for people who love to travel and see the country.  Just be careful so that you don’t need to have anything bad happen to you.

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