Trucks and Truckers

September 6th, 2011

Pre-Fix Menu

Simplified spec’ing that can lead to longer-lasting rigs

By Paul Abelson

Even though many of us would like to think of trucking as a lifestyle (showing classic, long nose trucks, with their broad, flat shiny bumpers and dual chrome stacks), it is first and foremost a business. To stay in business, you have to show a profit. That’s especially true in these days of a sluggish […]

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September 6th, 2011

Not So Big Spender

Institute your own personal cash flow management system

By Timothy D. Brady

In trucking, cash is king. And running out of cash before running out of month can create major problems for a trucker who’s many miles from home.

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September 2nd, 2011

Tip of the Hat

Truckers earn the thanks and appreciation of shippers and receivers

By Timothy D. Brady

Many truckers may think no one really appreciates the challenges they face picking up and delivering products that drive the American economy. Do shippers and receivers really understand the sacrifices each trucker makes?

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September 1st, 2011

Old Friends

The American Truck Historical Society treasures classic rigs

By Paul Abelson

Many truck shows feature customized rigs — those muraled and chromed beauties that compete for trophies and bragging rights. Some are derisively known as “trailer queens,” a term applied to trucks brought to beauty shows inside trailers. These pampered specimens are limited mileage, nonworking trucks with nary a speck of road grime on them.

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September 1st, 2011

Twilight Ride

A driver comes out of retirement to fulfill an 82-year-old woman’s lifelong wish

I always wanted to drive. When I turned 18, my parents were pretty chagrined when I went to truck driving school. They wanted me to go to college. It was tough at first, but I loved it. I drove for almost 30 years and retired in 2002. I was ready to try other things.

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