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El Trailero News • 07/01/2024

No Jobs for Truck Drivers

The road transport sector experienced a significant job loss in May. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, more than 5,000 jobs were eliminated, marking the second consecutive monthly decline. Representatives of some logistics companies, noted that low rates and high operational costs have forced carriers to cut their workforce. This trend could continue as there are no signs of improvement. Since the third quarter of 2022, more than 30,000 operators have exited the market, exacerbating ...

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Trucker Sentenced to 10 Years
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Trucker Sentenced to 10 Years

A Michigan truck driver has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for setting fire to trailers owned by Swift Transportat...

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Trucker Thefts Intensify in California
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Trucker Thefts Intensify in California

Cargo theft activity has reached "new levels" in the first quarter of 2024, according to an industry expert. C...

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Switching from Diesel to Electric Could Lead to Bankruptcy
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Switching from Diesel to Electric Could Lead to Bankruptcy

Amid government efforts to boost the adoption of electric trucks, a new technical report from Ryder reveals that the cos...

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First Electric Truck Charging Station in California
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First Electric Truck Charging Station in California

  In an exciting step towards a sustainable transportation future, Einride has opened its first Smartcharger stati...

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Taxes at the Wheel


Taxes at the Wheel • 07/01/2024

You are a First-Time Parent: 3 Things You ...

1. Familiarize Yourself with Child-Related Tax Benefits As a new parent, you should be aware of several tax benefits that can help you optimize your tax return and save a substantial amount of money: Child Tax Credit (CTC) and Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC): The Child Tax Credit and Additional Child Tax Credit can be worth up to $2,000 per child aged 16 or younger (the $500 Credit for Other Dependents applies to those aged 17 and older). Qualified taxpayers with dependent children must me...

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Tax Information for Truckers: What You Need to Know!
Taxes at the Wheel
Tax Information for Truckers: What You Need to Know!

Earning a living as a trucker can be rewarding, but it´s no easy task. With long hours on the road and miles that ...

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IRS Announces Top Scams for 2024
Taxes at the Wheel
IRS Announces Top Scams for 2024

The IRS has announced the top scams that taxpayers might fall victim to, indicating that there´s no sign of slowin...

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After COVID-19, the IRS Threatens with Collection Letters, Defend Yourself!!
Taxes at the Wheel
After COVID-19, the IRS Threatens with Collection Letters, Defend Yourself!!

It appears that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, has awakened and begun...

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IRS and Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting
Taxes at the Wheel
IRS and Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting

Many friends and clients have contacted our offices seeking information about the new report called BOI, which must subm...

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Safety at the Wheel


Safety at the Wheel • 07/01/2024

Tips to Prepare your Truck for the Overwhe...

As we finally leave behind the cold and rainy season, we are approaching the other extreme, where this summer is predicted to be very hot. For this reason, we must adequately condition our vehicles to avoid costly damage. Let´s start preparing our trucks for this season to avoid any setbacks. Here are some recommendations that we believe deserve your utmost attention: Tires: High temperatures can cause your tires to blow out, accelerate wear, and reduce grip. If you are an interstate driv...

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Is It Mandatory to Insure My Vehicles?
Safety at the Wheel
Is It Mandatory to Insure My Vehicles?

If you are financing a personal vehicle, then yes, it is mandatory. If you do not secure insurance, the finance company ...

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Master the Summer: Essential Guide to Truck Maintenance
Safety at the Wheel
Master the Summer: Essential Guide to Truck Maintenance

The scorching heat of summer can wreak havoc on your vehicle, leading to costly repairs if it´s not properly prepa...

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Let´s Talk About Blind Spots for Truck Drivers
Safety at the Wheel
Let´s Talk About Blind Spots for Truck Drivers

Truck drivers play a crucial role in our transportation system, hauling goods along highways and delivering essential pr...

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Tips for Driving a Truck on Snowy Roads
Safety at the Wheel
Tips for Driving a Truck on Snowy Roads

Driving a truck with a trailer in icy conditions demands specific skills from all professional truck drivers. When facin...

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Sex at the Wheels


Sex at the Wheels • 07/01/2024

Keep Your Sex Life Active with Routine Exe...

Life on the road can be challenging for truck drivers, especially when it comes to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Spending long hours sitting can affect your overall health and sexual desire. However, incorporating simple exercises into your daily routine can make a big difference. Here are some exercise routines you can easily do during your stops. Morning Stretches Start your day with a series of stretches to wake up your muscles and improve circulation. Spend 10 minutes stretching your en...

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Managing Loneliness as a 48-State (OTR) Truck Driver
Sex at the Wheels
Managing Loneliness as a 48-State (OTR) Truck Driver

For truck drivers in California, Loneliness on the road can pose a significant emotional burden, especially when maintai...

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The use of Viagra may reduce the risk of Alzheimer´s in men.
Sex at the Wheels
The use of Viagra may reduce the risk of Alzheimer´s in men.

Erectile Dysfunction Medications Could Lower Alzheimer´s Risk, According to a Study A recent study conducted in t...

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Technology will help you celebrate Valentine´s Day even if you´re far away.
Sex at the Wheels
Technology will help you celebrate Valentine´s Day even if you´re far away.

Love knows no distances or borders, which is especially true for the brave truck drivers who navigate long roads, carryi...

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Financial Stress Influences Truckers Sexual Performance
Sex at the Wheels
Financial Stress Influences Truckers Sexual Performance

Financial stress not only tightens wallets, but can also negatively impact the sexual health of truckers. Monetary conce...

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Truckers Health


Truckers Health • 07/01/2024

Nutrition and Health for Truck Drivers

As a truck driver, you play a pivotal role in the economy of California and the United States, transporting loads across the highways. However, your job comes with unique health and nutrition challenges due to time differences between states, long hours spent sitting behind the wheel, lack of access to healthy foods, and insufficient physical activity. This article is specifically tailored to address the importance of good nutrition and healthy habits for truck drivers like you, providing practi...

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Maintaining Circulation in a Trucker´s Feet Is Crucial
Truckers Health
Maintaining Circulation in a Trucker´s Feet Is Crucial

As a trucker, you know that your job involves long hours behind the wheel, seemingly endless journeys, and often uncomfo...

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The Sedentary Life of Truck Drivers on the Road
Truckers Health
The Sedentary Life of Truck Drivers on the Road

We´ll delve into a critical topic for those who keep our economy moving: truck drivers. The profession is essentia...

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The mental and physical health of truck drivers is at risk.
Truckers Health
The mental and physical health of truck drivers is at risk.

Truck operators´ mental and physical well-being has emerged as a critical concern in the transportation sector in ...

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Truckers, Take a Journey Toward a Healthier Life
Truckers Health
Truckers, Take a Journey Toward a Healthier Life

As per studies, truck drivers have a longer life expectancy if they adopt healthy eating habits. However, truckers fac...

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Transport and Technology


Transport and Technology • 05/01/2024

DANGER!! Hackers Could Manipulate Electron...

California´s trucking industry is under a grave threat due to critical vulnerabilities in Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs). A recent investigation led by Professor Jeremy Daily of Colorado State University has unveiled the alarming ease with which hackers can access and manipulate key truck functions, such as the throttle, while the truck is in motion. Daily, along with researchers Rik Chatterjee and Jake Jepson, have made a chilling discovery. They found that it takes mere seconds to ha...

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The Revolution of New Apps for Commercial Drivers
Transport and Technology
The Revolution of New Apps for Commercial Drivers

The American Trucking Association has issued an alarming forecast: a record shortage of over 82,000 drivers is expected ...

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California Heads Toward a Zero-Emission Green Future
Transport and Technology
California Heads Toward a Zero-Emission Green Future

Amidst growing awareness of environmental impact, significant changes are being made in how trucks operate, particularly...

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The Main Advantages of Using Telematics for Truck Fleets
Transport and Technology
The Main Advantages of Using Telematics for Truck Fleets

 Fleet companies gain many benefits with the use of telematics on their company besides of only tracking vehicles. ...

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Electric trucks and their repair cost
Transport and Technology
Electric trucks and their repair cost

If on the one hand the maintenance of an EV truck is cheaper compared to diesel truck, on the other hand when carrying o...

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Mechanical Tips


Mechanical Tips • 07/01/2024

Truck Breakdowns: What to Do

The life of a truck on the road can be unpredictable, and a motor breakdown in the middle of a trip can turn into a critical situation for the driver, the broker, and the client waiting for the load. Knowing how to handle these emergencies and having a reliable roadside service is essential to ensure the truck is back on the road as soon as possible. Truck Stop Road Service makes a difference. Stay Calm and Assess the Situation When your truck breaks down, the first thing you should do is stay...

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Hot Summer, Obsolete Cooling Systems
Mechanical Tips
Hot Summer, Obsolete Cooling Systems

At Truck Stop Road Service, we understand that proper care and maintenance of the cooling system can prevent overheating...

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Fontaine Fifth Wheel: SmartConnect
Mechanical Tips
Fontaine Fifth Wheel: SmartConnect

Fontaine SmartConnect™ is an information system that provides the data necessary to make informed operational and ...

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Is your truck ready for the winter season?
Mechanical Tips
Is your truck ready for the winter season?

Truck drivers, you still have time to get your heavy vehicles prepared for the coldest season of the year. There a lot t...

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INSPECT YOUR AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM TO PREVENT MISHAPS
Mechanical Tips
INSPECT YOUR AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM TO PREVENT MISHAPS

Since air suspension was introduced to trucks and trailers many decades ago, driving conditions and load stability have ...

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Transportation Today


Transportation Today • 11/01/2023

How to Avoid fine for Overweight Trucks

In addition to the mechanical problems related to an overweight truck, such as excess consumption of fuel, damage to the axle, increased wear and tear, and the truck driver´s safety, this overweight can also lead to financial losses to fleet companies or owners-operators because of the potential of high fines. Every trucker, owner-operator or lease owner should ensure the safety of their heavy vehicles and try to avoid high fines. That´s why, we will share some tips to help you keep...

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Automatic trucks conquer the American highways
Transportation Today
Automatic trucks conquer the American highways

The advantages of choosing automatic trucks for a fleet company are numerous. The trucking industry is experiencing a d...

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Drivers with cell phones behind the wheel are a danger
Transportation Today
Drivers with cell phones behind the wheel are a danger

There are drivers that forget about road safety, many of them drive with their cell phones in hand. Unfortunately, the n...

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Changes in Transportation in Relation to the Four Generations:
Transportation Today
Changes in Transportation in Relation to the Four Generations:

Baby Boomers – Includes those born between 1945 and 1964, after the Second World War. The name baby boomer came ab...

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We will finally see a Tesla Semi in action on the road
Transportation Today
We will finally see a Tesla Semi in action on the road

The 5-year wait coupled with the great expectation of the trucking industry regarding the Tesla truck has come to an end...

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