Truckers know the best CDL driver jobs when they see them. The reputation of the trucking company matters. Flexibility matters. So does reliability and safety. But the first question is always going to be “How much do I get paid?”

A freight capacity shortage has hit the industry hard. Dozens of carriers closed up shop during the pandemic. And thousands of drivers have left the industry, while others are hitting roadblocks trying to enter it. Meanwhile, the country’s collective move indoors created steady freight demand over the past few months. It’s expected to continue well into 2021 — especially with a healthy produce season fast approaching. As a result, pricing is up about 30% in some lanes. 

Most professional truck drivers are aware of the four very different seasons in trucking, from the slower demands in January to the sudden madness of the produce and peak seasons, until the gradual slowdown near the holidays.

You won’t hear many OTR truck drivers claim the job is easy. But that doesn’t mean it has to be as hard as it seems at times. There are ways to make it better — and more profitable.

The driver shortage is back — making it the perfect time to find a great over-the-road (OTR) driving job.

Reefer truck drivers face a cold, hard truth — driving refrigerated freight is a tough gig. Fortunately, there are ways to make life driving refrigerated trucks easier and even more profitable. And it all depends on the trucking company they choose. Here are 5 things reefer truck drivers should consider:

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They’re easy to overlook — even though we see them every day. To celebrate National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, we’re honoring truck drivers with the top 8 reasons why they should be appreciated.

Rollin’ with the Times 

It’s always a challenge to negotiate freight rates. It’s made even more difficult as shippers aggressively shop for the best possible rate during the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s a reasonable take for short-term impact. Unfortunately, it could lead to higher freight prices across the board down the road.