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Driving Humor and Puns Only Truck Drivers Will Truly Appreciate
Trucking isn’t just a job — it’s a lifestyle that comes with its own language, routines, challenges, and yes… its own sense of humor. Drivers don’t…
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Apr 28, 2026
8 Tips for Driving in Heavy Rain and Reducing Hydroplaning Risks
April showers don’t just bring flowers — they also bring slick roads, limited visibility, and an increased risk of hydroplaning. For truck drivers,…
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Apr 20, 2026
Healthy Eating Tips for Truck Drivers: Fuel That Works as Hard as You Do
Healthy eating gets talked about a lot in trucking — and most of the advice sounds good but falls apart once you’re actually on the road.…
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Mar 12, 2026
15 Top Podcasts Truck Drivers Love to Listen to in 2026
If you’ve been driving long enough, you know exactly when music stops doing the job. Playlists are great—until you’ve heard every…
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Mar 5, 2026
Five Winter Preventive Maintenance Tips Every Truck Driver Should Follow
Winter doesn’t just make driving harder — it makes everything on your truck work overtime.Cold temperatures, road salt, moisture, and…
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Feb 26, 2026
How to Set and Maintain Safety Goals in 2026
A new year brings new miles, new challenges, and new opportunities to sharpen the habits that keep you safe and successful on the road. For…
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Feb 19, 2026
How Winter Impacts Driver Alertness (and What You Can Do About It)
Winter driving isn’t just about icy roads and bad weather—it’s also about staying mentally sharp when conditions are working…
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Feb 17, 2026
Staying Focused Behind the Wheel: Why Phone-Free Driving Matters
At Ascend, safety isn’t just a policy — it’s how we take care of one another on the road. As professional drivers, you make…
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Dec 22, 2025
Staying Safe and Steady This Winter
When the temperatures drop and the roads get slick, driving takes on a whole new meaning. Winter brings its own set of challenges — and even a…
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Nov 18, 2025