For years, drivers have retained insider truck driver information among themselves, but that all changed when i went public with the practices of the trucking industry towards the professional truck driver. This video was posted to educate people to what happens in the trucking industry. Are you an advisor whos thought about writing a book. Concerning this, it is an ideal preparation guide for the exam and the cdl requirements. The long haul is a truckers slangy tour of the road the new. I left the declining world of television news a couple of years ago and never looked back. We are the nations largest supplier of shipping supplies, warehouse equipment, mobile electronics, cdl truck driver training products, cargo securement, trucking. The raw truth about truck driving by aquila, brett isbn.
Old schools trucking experience consists of pulling flatbed for a mega for a few years. Est, as he talks about the history of trucking, detailing informative and sometimes, funny facts about the industry. Allen smith, a truck driver advocate who is driven by the desire to help others succeed within an industry where injustice, unrewarded sacrifice, and lack of respect and recognition exists. Must have graduated from an arnold transportation services approved truck driving school. Sep 24, 2020 the ugly and glorious truth about american supermarkets. Fortunately, however, nothing could be further from the truth. Becoming a truck driver the raw truth about truck driving. Aug 18, 2015 aquila decided to write a book becoming a truck driver. Many people are looking at professional truck driving as a new career, especially in the current economic situation at the time of this writing. I purchased this book because im about to begin a cdl course and i wanted some insight from someone outside of the dot, recruiters, or the school im about to attend. The job requires long, sometimes monotonous hours behind the wheel, and driver inattentiveness or sleepiness are real hazards o. Secrets the trucking companies dont want you to know.
This book is well written and uses a sensible approach to informing the reader of what to expect from the trucking industry. The modern trucks channel contains information, photos and specs on recent truck lineups. I hope to shed some light on what the trucking industry is really like, with no hidden agendas and no regrets. Dec 01, 2006 the title the truth about trucking is also very misleading as he never describes the pros on living the life of being a professional truck driver. Im not talking about shifting, steering, and braking. The ugly and glorious truth about american supermarkets. The danger of forcing truck drivers to drive sleepdeprived. They will even link to many of my articles and blog posts, representing themselves as truth about trucking, llc. Its filled with advice, stories, and insights for anyone considering a career in trucking. With proper care, your truck will serve you for many years. Starrigger, by john dechancie, and its sequels red limit freeway and paradox alley damnation alley, by roger zelazny sf short stories. Jun 01, 2007 this book is a noholdsbarred, call em as i see em account of what i went through during my 15 year truck driving career. My name is aubrey allen smith and i would like to welcome you to the first and original truth about trucking. If you are a new driver please, please research the company you want to work for okay.
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Just an update video about whats going on with me and my thoughts about the response my ugly truth of trucking has received. The contents of a truck driver log book include the date, name of carrier, truck number, and the total number of miles driven within a 24hour period. Trucking stories the new modern man the truth about women. Its the most brutally honest, yet informative and entertaining book about trucking youll find anywhere. The raw truth about truck driving an awesome book by brett aquila there is so much to know if you want to be successful as an over the road truck driver, and most of it takes years to learn and understand. The author should stick to what he does best, driving trucks, and leave writing to people who know how to write. Jan 14, 2020 a survey conducted by truth about trucking, llc polled 3,611 drivers about this topic. I was beginning to fall asleep behind the wheel of my tractor trailer loade. Old school has been a moderator since he was a rookie driver yes, you can be an expert at trucking truth with as little as 6 months experiencelol. Advertisement the trucks channel contains information, pictures and specs on truck models from old to new. Allen smith co founder trucking social media linkedin.
Experience is important when it comes to getting the best truck driving. To order presentationready copies for distribution to your colleagues, clients or customers visit. Well make sure you get your trucking career off to a great start. I may be the only newcaster turned professional truck driver and world traveler out there. This copy is for your personal, noncommercial use only. Maybe its the popularity of hamilton, or the overwhelming air of political tension in america, or the fact that the u. Teach new truck drivers what they need to know when getting into trucking. Three arm trucking, by gary bricken a thousand miles from nowhere.
Our product picks are editortested, expertapproved. As host of the trucking blog, ask the trucker, allen smith is known as being the most recognized advocate for assisting students and new drivers, giving thousands of cdl students, as well as new and inexperienced truck drivers, an inside look into the otr trucking industry. The majority of leasepurchase owneroperators earned less and clocked fewer miles per week than what the carrier promised when the leasepurchase program was offered to them. The truth about trucking,introduced in 2000 as an immediate download e book, discusses recruiting, high turnover rates, driver wages, cdl training,and other aspects of the industry. With a title like the raw truth about truck driving, you would think that mr. In fact, back in 2014, i was invited to take part in a panel discussion on the subject at the smc3 jump start2014 conference. If you are a new truck driver, there are some truths you ought to know. May 09, 2017 having said this, this is the main reason why the book has found its way to the list of the 10 best trucking books. There are thousands of people all over the country that are. Hotshot, trucking, cdl, over the road, otr driver, non cdl, hotshot tips. Join allen smith on the truth about trucking live talk radio show, tuesday, september 30th, 2008 at 8. This manuals e books that published today as a guide. Trucking stories the new modern man the truth about.
Our truck drivers career guide is critical reading for anyone getting started in trucking. Trucking schools can teach you to drive, but nobodys there to teach you everything else. We may earn a commission through links on our site. For 37 years, i have been involved with the trucking industry, accumulating 4 million safe miles covering all 48 states and parts of canada and mexico. Since then, ive been living abroad part time while driving a semi tractortrailer when i need cash.
These secrets would not be known if this book would not have been written. Trucker abe attallah says companies intensely pressure drivers to be on time. Advertisement the modern trucks channel contains information, photos and specs on recent truck lineups. There are a lot of people in the united states that are very serious about camping. Truckingtruth was founded by brett aquila thats me. Unfortunately, it will need some repairs during that time. Childrens picture books about cars, trucks and diggers.
Heavy traffic deregulation trade and transformation in north american trucking canada and international relations. See actions taken by the people who manage and post content. Murder at camp delta a staff sergeants pursuit of the. If the driver used more than one vehicle, then it must also be reported in the trucking log book. With almost no effort i can find contradictory articles, thoughts, perspectives, statements, and opinions on almost everything being discussed today. Is becoming a truck driver the right choice for me. Trucking information for cdl students and new truck drivers. Brothers and sisters, my name is stephen and i have been driving for nearly 6 years. The truth about trucking is an honest and revealing look at what it means to be a trucker in todays world. Sep 21, 2018 the point of the book is to help everyone who is interested and has a strong wish of starting a trucking company. Truckingtruth provides truck driving career advice and cdl test preparation for new drivers entering the trucking industry. To help you make the best decision, truth about trucking, llc was launched in 2005 and i have been involved with the trucking industry for 35 years, accumulating 4 million safe miles. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Truth about trucking llc as host of the trucking blog, ask the trucker, allen smith is known as being the most recognized advocate for assisting students and new drivers, giving thousands of cdl students, as well as new and inexperienced truck drivers, an inside look into the otr trucking industry.
After 15 years on the road i wanted to help people understand the trucking industry and everything that came with the career and lifestyle of an over the road trucker. Whether you want to own one of the intermodal companies or be another one in the warehouse companies list, this trucking book is your messiah. The trucks channel on howstuffworks contains information, pictures and specs on truck models. Regarding this, all of the secrets related to commercial driving license cdl are uncovered. Established in 1999 usa fleet supply is a distributor and manufacturer of commercial trucking, transportation safety, training and compliance products. Its hard to be an influence in your kids life, if youre not in your kids life. Sep 18, 2014 the danger of forcing truck drivers to drive sleepdeprived exposed. The truth about trucking, transportation books, bntt.
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