Shower for Free on the Road

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As long as there has been transportation, there have been drivers that have delivered goods across town or across the country.  These drivers, whether in a covered wagon, stage coach, train, or behind the wheel of a big rig, have had to postpone their own personal hygiene as they traveled on their way to deliver their goods.  If you’re currently driving, you may wonder where you can find a shower for free on the road.

Driving for several hours can make any truck driver tired.  It can also make you feel sweaty and grimy.  All you want to do after a long day of driving is find a place you can shower.  If you’ve found a truck stop or travel center that has showers available, you may find that they expect to pay to use their showers.  Often they ask up to $10 for a shower unless you purchase a minimum amount of fuel.  Usually the minimum is 50 gallons.

You may feel like you’re being taken advantage of when you’re asked to pay for a shower after you’ve put fuel in your truck, bought items from the store, or paid for a full meal in the restaurant.  The chances of getting a free shower are greater in a larger facility than in a smaller mom and pop type truck stop.

Flying J travel plazas and fuel stops are some of the better choices when it comes to being able to get a shower.  They have over 140 travel plazas across the United States.  You can get a free shower pass for purchasing 50 gallons of fuel. 

Another place you can get a shower is Petro Lube travel store.  This is a great place to stop if you’re driving as a team.  One 50 gallon fuel purchase will earn both drivers a shower credit.  The second driver needs to talk to the person behind the fuel desk to have their credit manually recorded.  The shower credits expire in 10 days and no more than two shower credits may be used at the truck stop within 18 hours.

Travel Centers of America (TA) has over 150 sites across the country.  They do have a minimum 50 gallon minimum purchase to receive a free shower, but if you have to purchase one, they’re only $6.00.

When searching for a shower while you’re on the road, you may want to avoid evenings when most drivers will be doing the same thing.  Even though most truck stops have 6 to 12 showers, you don’t want to have to stand in line to get one.  Having your towels will save money as some travel plazas charge as much as $5.00 for the use of their towels.

Driving can take a lot out of you and at the end of the day you may want to hot shower to ease your muscles and rejuvenate your spirit.  You want to shower for free while you’re on the road and with a 50 gallon fuel purchase your shower awaits.  Don’t forget your shower shoes and towels.

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Tips for Those on the Home Front

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Each time your loved one climbs into their truck, you may dread it.  You know they’re going to be away for several days up to a couple of weeks at a time.  These tips for those on the home front may make the time apart more bearable.

Drivers need to be able to concentrate on what they’re doing to get their job done.  Staying focused will help them drive safely, so you want to avoid any arguments right before they leave or while on the telephone as this could cause them to be distracted.  Choose what you say carefully and let them know you love them.

Nothing irks a truck driver more than calling home and having no one there to answer the phone.  Establish a scheduled time and day for calls.  Take a cue from the cable company; plan to be home for 3 to 5 hour so you’ll be there for the call.  Don’t panic if the call doesn’t come as planned.  The trucking industry is unpredictable, so wait at least 24 hours before taking any action.

Talk about how you’ll contact one another if there is an emergency at home.  Who will contact the dispatcher?  Will a trusted friend or family member be in the loop in case you can’t be contacted?  How will you handle emergencies that happen on the road?  Make a plan and discuss it before they leave.  Make a list of the dispatcher’s name and contact number to keep with your emergency plan.

Make sure that both spouses know how to do basic maintenance at home.  If that isn’t possible, at least have names and telephone numbers for electricians, plumbers, and other contractors readily available if they are needed.

Set up all financial accounts with both spouses’ names on the account.  This will enable either spouse to have access to the account should one be unavailable.

Before your trucker leaves, take time to pull together snacks and homemade goodies for them to take on their trip.  Try to include fresh fruits and nuts to encourage them to eat healthier.

When you know your truck driver is headed home, plan a special evening that’s just for your immediate family.  Movies and popcorn are a good idea, but you may also consider having a family game night where your driver can relax.

Allow your spouse to spend some time alone with each child.  To ensure you spend time alone with them, plan a date night while they’re home.  It’s important for the driver to feel connected with their family and having special times with each member can help them.

Keep a list of things you need to discuss by the telephone.  You don’t want to weigh your trucker’s mind down with worries while they’re on the road, but you don’t want to forget anything important, either.  Writing things down will help you remember what you need to discuss when your driver returns.

Take some time for yourself.  Your spouse’s job plays havoc on your marriage and family life with them being gone so often.  It’s a necessary evil for a trucker’s family.  This doesn’t mean you can’t have your own interests, too. 

Even though a trucker is gone quite often, that doesn’t mean your life as a family is over.  These tips for those on the home front will give you some food for thought as your trucker leaves and what you need to know while they’re gone.  Remember that your marriage is a partnership and that communication is the key to keeping it healthy despite the distance.

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What to Do in Case of an Emergency at Home

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Of all the things that truck drivers have to be concerned with while they’re on the road, they are often concerned about their families at home.  They may be worried about what to do in case of an emergency at home while they’re gone. 

Nearly all truck drivers have cell phones to stay in touch with families.  You may also receive a Qualcomm message telling you to call home.  No matter how you receive the call, when it comes your mind starts racing.  If you’re hundreds or thousands of miles from home, what will you do if you find out there’s a problem you need to deal with at home?  What do you do if you haven’t delivered your load yet? 

Of course you are concerned when you first get the call from home.  You won’t do your family any good if you get into an accident.  You hear over and over how it’s dangerous to drive and talk on a cell phone at the same time.  This is definitely the case when you get an emergency phone call.  Immediately find someplace you can safely get off of the road. 

When time is of the essence you don’t want to waste it.  You want to get home, see your family, and do what needs to be done in your family’s emergency.  To better handle any emergency that might arise, you may want to have an emergency plan in place.

Decide ahead of time what the best method would be to contact you and who should make that call.  Would you be more comfortable having a family member call or someone from your carrier?  If you’re a member of a church, synagogue, or mosque, you may prefer to have a leader from your house of worship contact you.

Find out from your company how they handle emergencies.  Do they have a policy in place or have they even considered it in the past?  Remember that you have responsibilities to your employer but those to your family are what you’re going to be concerned most with.  Talk with your carrier and keep communication open with them.  They’ll be more likely to assist you should the unthinkable happen.

What happens if you have an emergency while you’re on the road?  How will you let your family know?  This is another instance where the carrier is vital.  You contact your carrier and they can then contact your family.

There is also an organization, TransAlive USA, which helps drivers in case they have an emergency.  Since it’s not easy for drivers to make friends while they’re on the road, this organization of over 100,000 volunteers can help in trying situations.  Although there is a $50.00 annual membership fee, it may help you feel more comfortable while you’re on the road.  You can get more information by going to their website:  http://www.transalive.com/.

You don’t want to worry about your family while you’re on the road, but you know it’s bound to happen.  If you’re concerned about what to do in case of an emergency at home while you’re out, talk with your carrier or consider joining TransAlive USA to give yourself some piece of mind while you’re away from home.

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What to Get Your Trucker for Christmas

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With the holidays nearly upon us, you may be thinking about gift-giving.  You may be wracking your brain trying to decide what to get your trucker for Christmas.  If you are a trucker, you might be thinking about what you would like to receive.  Here are some Christmas gift ideas that are sure to please anyone who spends hours behind the wheel of a big rig.

Technology gifts are always a great idea for any driver.  You may be hard-pressed to find a truck driver that wouldn’t be thrilled to get something that would make their job a little easier for the holidays.  Think about giving one of these gifts for your favorite trucker, more if they’ve been really good.

Laptop Computer:  One of the best ways to stay in touch when your truck driver is on the road is by email or any instant messenger program.  Computers can be used for keeping track of expenses with the many bookkeeping or trucking software.  Nearly every laptop computer comes with a CD/DVD player so a driver can use their laptop for watching their favorite movies and listening to music while they’re relaxing.  Expect to pay well over $500 for a really good laptop computer.

Wi-Fi detector:  Many truck stops are now offering free Wi-Fi, but some of them haven’t taken that step yet.  This handy tool will help you or any truck driver locate a digital Wi-Fi signal to allow access to the internet.  These Wi-Fi detection units cost around $60.

Wireless Headset:  Truck drivers know that it’s not safe to drive and talk on a cell phone at the same time, however sometimes you don’t have a choice.  To allow you to keep both hands on the steering wheel, you may want to ask for a Bluetooth wireless headset.  Check with your cell phone provider for the one that is compatible with your trucker’s phone.  These aren’t cheap, around $100, but they are great tools for increasing safety.

Wind-up flashlight:  Truck drivers, or any driver for that matter, can always use a good flashlight.  It’s frustrating when you have to replace the batteries.  Wind-up flashlights don’t have that problem.  Turn the crank for a minute or so and you’ll have up to one hour of light available.  These flashlights come with LEDs so they’re much brighter than your normal flashlight.  They cost about $20 but are well-worth the price.

If you don’t know what to get your trucker for Christmas, one of the above ideas may help.  You could also buy them movies to play on their laptop computer, if they already have one.  Gift cards for truck stops are always a good idea, too.  The best way to figure out what to get your truck driver, however is to ask them what they would like and do your best to get it.

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Women Drivers Want Respect

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Everyone wants to feel like they’re valued for who they are.  Women truck drivers want respect, not only from other women drivers, but also from men drivers, as well.

Although there are many more women truckers on the roads today, that doesn’t mean that they are always given the respect they deserve.  Quite often the problem isn’t only with other drivers of 16-wheelers, but from the drivers of smaller vehicles. 

Some women may be seriously thinking about becoming truck drivers but may not be sure about what to expect.  They may have heard that male truck drivers are rude to women drivers.  Stories about how women truckers are treated abound, but many of these are blown out of proportion or just aren’t true.

Women have been truck driving for years.  A large number of women began driving trucks in the late 1970s because laws were passed making it illegal for women truck drivers to be discriminated against.  With the money that could be made driving trucks, women made their foray into the male-dominated trucking industry.

Back when women were just beginning in the trucking industry, men may have felt that women weren’t able to do the job and would have expected special treatment.  They may have also felt that women were taking jobs that the men needed to support their families which may have led to hard feelings toward women drivers.  To dissuade more women from beginning a trucking career, there were cases where women were verbally abused.

What may be more the case than men disrespecting women drivers is the fact that women disrespect themselves.  Instead of acting like a professional driver, some of them talk trash over the CB radio as they near truck stops.  Men disrespecting women drivers may be due in part to how some women act in a sexual manner when they’re at truck stops or on the road.

Women drivers are doing more harm than good when they disrespect themselves.  They’re representing all women truck drivers and how they act may shine a poor light on other female drivers.  If you conduct yourself as a professional you will be treated like one and other women drivers may benefit from how you act. 

If you feel that the male drivers you work around don’t respect you, ask yourself why that might be.  Have you done the job you were hired to do or have you asked for help?  Asking for special treatment to get out of work you to do, instead of doing what you can, will make male drivers feel you don’t deserve to be a truck driver.

Do what you can to garner the respect you desire by acting like a professional.  If you’re a woman driver, you want respect and acting like a professional is the way to get that respect you desire.
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Driving During the Holidays

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Drivers understand that their choice of career can make for long hours of loneliness.  No time is as lonely as driving during the holidays.  It’s no wonder drivers long to be at home with their families during Thanksgiving and Christmas like most other people in the country.

If you’re an independent driver, you can choose which jobs you take and may have the opportunity to be at home for Thanksgiving and/or Christmas.  Many truck drivers work for trucking companies so they have to work when they are told, even through the holidays.  It is for this reason that some truck drivers become depressed toward the end of the year.

But being away from home for much of the days and weeks leading to Thanksgiving and Christmas isn’t the only problems truck drivers face.  They also have to worry about driving conditions due to weather and dealing with drivers that may be too preoccupied by holiday shopping to pay attention on the roads.

Driving in the winter months can be dangerous.  You may not know from day to day what the roads are going to be like.  It’s true that you can watch weather reports to get an idea of what to expect, but people who predict the weather aren’t always right. 

When you add in four-wheel drivers who are rushing from store to store trying to get the best Christmas deals, driving during the holidays can be nerve wracking and make driving even harder.  To combat danger on the roads before and during the holidays, you may want to think about what you can do to keep yourself safe.

• Be aware of the drivers around you and the fact that they’re most likely distracted instead of paying close attention to the road.  They may be talking to passengers in their car, eating on the run, or talking on their cell phone. 
• Pay attention to traffic reports you hear about on the CB and commercial radio.  This will help you avoid possible traffic problems.
• Plan your trip in such a way to give yourself extra time to reach your destination safely.  Slowing down can also help you keep your truck on the road if there are slick spots.
• If at all possible, reach your destination before the major holidays so you’re not on the road when travelers are making their way to visit family. 

Getting back home for the holidays is important for the millions of people on the road and for you as a truck driver.  If you find yourself driving during the holidays, remember that you need to stay safe so you can get home as soon as possible.  Despite the fact that you’re away from home, you can celebrate as a family when you next get home.  You may even be able to hit the day after Thanksgiving or Christmas sales and save yourself a good deal of money.

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Driving Over the Years

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Gone are the days where a person can expect to be hired by one employer and remain with them until retirement.  It just doesn’t happen that much anymore.  In fact, employment experts say that most workers will change not only their employer but their choice of career, often as many as seven times during their working years.  This usually isn’t always the case in the commercial transport industry.  My truckers spend their time driving over the years and consider driving a truck as a lifestyle more than a career choice.

It’s true that many truck drivers start out with one trucking company and often don’t remain with that company.  However, once they’ve gotten the feel of the road under their wheels, they’d be hard-pressed to stop driving.  It’s something that gets into their blood and they can’t imagine doing anything else as a career.

In many cases truck driving is something passed down from one generation to another.  Sons and daughters learn about driving a truck from a parent.  They have an idea what to expect and they know the trials of being a trucker.

To keep driving for the long haul, especially as an owner-operator, a driver will want to approach being a truck driver the same as any other small business owner.  Start with a business plan that explains what your business will entail, spells out your goals, what expenses you expect to have, and how you plan to make money.  If you’re not sure how to create a business plan, don’t be afraid to get outside professional help.

 

You can do research to find a trucking company that you can feel comfortable working for and with.  With the importance of moving cargo across the country, the outlook for truck drivers is promising.  It is possible to begin a career in truck driving and still be at it twenty-five years or more in the future.

 Most truck drivers enjoy their jobs and are happy with their career choice.  There may be times that they’d prefer to be at home because they’ve missed some of their children’s milestones, still they can’t imagine doing anything else.  Truck driving has gotten into their blood and the thought of doing something else won’t even cross their minds.

Is it possible to start out driving a truck for a company and retire with them?  Yes, it’s possible, if you’re lucky.  Even if you move from one company to another, you can remain in trucking and continue enjoying your life out on the road.

It’s not unusual for truckers to continue driving over the years whereas someone in another field may have changed jobs and careers several times.  Truck driving truly is a lifestyle and it takes a special type of person to stick with it.

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Ergonomic Changes to Truck Cabs Benefit Women Drivers

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Let’s face it.  Women are generally shorter than men, so a truck cab that was designed for a man doesn’t always fit women driver.  Many women are lobbying truck manufacturers to make ergonomic changes to truck cabs to make it easier for women drivers.

Maybe ergonomics is a new concept to you.  You may not know what it is.  In the simplest terms, ergonomics is the science to designing equipment to reduce discomfort, injury, and operator fatigue while the equipment is being used. 

Because women are shorter, their legs are shorter, too.  That means women drivers often have problems reaching the accelerator and brake pedals.  To compensate, some women have thought about tying blocks to the pedals.  Unfortunately, this isn’t a very good work around.  It’s not exactly safe.

Truck cabs that are ergonomic would have seats that are more comfortable to make driving less tiring.  It may even mean that the seat is adjustable to allow any size driver to reach the pedals or see out of mirrors properly.  Some newer trucks have wider seats which should make them more comfortable for anyone sitting in them.

Thankfully there are some manufacturers who are taking the needs of truck drivers, both men and women, into account when designing new trucks.  ProStar recently released a new truck that has on-center steering with steering wheel controls and multi-position column.  It’s an automatic that has an on-dash computer screen.

Some changes made to the cabs of trucks are based upon the type of driving done.  For instance, long haul drivers would have different needs than one that drove locally.   No matter who is driving, and for how long, drivers want to be able to adjust their seat to suit them and see as much of the road as possible.

Schneider National Inc. is also working toward making a more ergonomic cab.  They have worked with Atlas Ergonomics to make an “office-focused” system that allows for entirely customized cab to fit each driver.  With the changes that have been made, by all manufacturers working at improving trucks, not only are they making driving easier but they’re also relieving discomfort dramatically.

If you’re a woman driver who owns a truck, you may be interested in finding a replacement for the seat you have.  National Seating makes heavy duty, ergonomic truck seats and you may find one you like.  These seats are built based on 10 years of research and help with muscle strain and circulation problems.

Truck manufacturers are beginning to listen to drivers and are developing more ergonomic trucks.  They may also be working with seat manufacturers to provide seats that are fully adjustable to benefit women truck drivers.  Look for further improvements to be made as more women become drivers. 

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Getting Ready for Tax Season

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Even though tax season isn’t upon you yet, you may want to start getting ready for tax season now rather than waiting until later.  What can you do now?  These ideas may help you get prepared and possibly save you money.

Income:  Make a list of all employers you may have had during the year.  Find and file all of your paycheck stubs if you’re employed with a trucking company.  If you’re not, make a list of all companies or individuals you may have driven for during the year so you know who to expect to get 1099s from.  You should receive W-2s and 1099s by the end of February.  If you expect to work for other brokers or motor carriers before the end of the year, add them to the list. 

You may also receive 1099s or end of the year income statements for any savings account, mutual funds, 401K, or IRAs you may have.  You should also get a statement with any mortgage interest paid, W-2P or 1099R for pension or annuity income, and any 1099s for social security, state tax refunds, or unemployment compensation you may have received during the year.

As a truck driver, you’re allowed $52.00 per day for per diem.  80% of that amount is deductible for 2008.  To qualify for this deduction, you must have saved your log sheets for each day you were on the road.

Expenses:  It would be best if you were keeping track of and organize all of your receipts during the year instead of putting them in a bag or box to give to an accountant once tax season arrives.  Organizing your receipts as you go along will help you make sure you get all of the deductions you’re eligible for.

One way to get all of the applicable deductions is to keep copies of the following items:

• Credit card and other receipts
• Mileage logs
• Bills
• Proof of payment such as cancelled checks or photocopies from banks
• Any other items that can be used to prove claims you make on your tax return

If you’re concerned you may not have enough deductions for the next year, consider giving to charity, prepay deductible business expenses, or purchase deductible items that you’ve been putting off.  Any of these options may help you when tax season comes.

Gathering your receipts and records now can save you time when April comes next year.  Whether you do your taxes or you have a professional accountant do them, being prepared by having organized records all together will make the job of completing your taxes much easier.  Sure you can wait a while to get ready for tax season, but if you do it now, you won’t have to stress over having everything together come April 15

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How to Clean Your Rig

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There’s nothing like a sparkling clean truck as it wheels down the highways and byways of the land. Even though many truck drivers give their rigs a great spring cleaning, there’s something to be said about taking the time to clean up at other times of the year, as well. Here’s how to clean your rig no matter what time of year or season it is.

Enlist the help of your family if you can because this will be a big job. Be prepared to spend time, energy, and sweat to get the job done right. You’ll want to have the following basic items on hand:

• One or two buckets
• Sponges and rags
• Cleaning solutions
• Degreasers
• Bug cleaner
• Waxes and polishes

Begin on the inside of the rig especially if you have a sleeper. Take the linens off the bed, gather up any towels you may have, and throw them in the washing machine. If you have other sets of sheets, be ready to put them on the bed after you’ve finished with the other cleaning to be done inside.

Clean all of the interior surfaces with a mild soap or an appropriate cleaner for each surface. In the cab, use protective cleaners to keep the surfaces from being damaged by sunlight coming through your windows. Spray any fabrics that can’t be removed and washed with a deodorizing spray to keep the cab smelling fresh.

Remove anything that is cluttering up the space in your cab. Reorganize the items that need to go back into the cab so you’ll be able to maximize the small space you have. Clean the filters and mop the cab floor. Replace the linens after they’ve been washed and your cab should be good to go.

The outside of the rig doesn’t have to be quite so time intensive as the inside. You can use a pressure washer to clean the exterior of the truck if you have one. There are also truck washes across the country that you can use to help keep your truck looking its best. While you’re there, ask those washing your truck to clean the dirt and grime that has accumulated under the hood.

You may know how to clean your rig, but did you know that keeping your rig clean can do more than make it look good? Since dirt and grime easily get trapped on the under surfaces of your truck, moisture can also be trapped. This can lead to damage to the truck by way of corrosion or make it difficult to see other damage. All-in-all a clean truck means a well-cared for truck which will run better. So, during your next downtime, why not clean your truck?
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