Perspective Archives

Check out these 6 tips to combat anxiety on the road

Hope Zvara - October 24, 2023

The open road, marked by miles of ever-changing landscapes and interjecting horizons, represents freedom to some. For long-haul truck drivers, however, this same road can

What’s up with downtime insurance?

OOIDA - October 24, 2023

By Deborah Graves, OOIDA Insurance Department Let’s talk about downtime insurance coverage … specifically, why some truck drivers find it’s like pulling teeth to get

Biblical teachings guide us through life

Rev. Marilou Coins - October 24, 2023

Welcome to fall! The cooldown has begun. Do you feel the difference in the weather? It’s something that happens several times a year as the

Rising cost of traffic tickets hits where it hurts — your wallet

Brad Klepper - October 24, 2023

Columnist and trucking attorney Brad Klepper is busy helping drivers this month. We hope you enjoy this “rerun,” which originally appeared in the March 1,

Seven ways to rev up your energy levels

Bob Perry - September 1, 2023

In the August edition of The Trucker, I promised to walk you through seven steps that will help boost your energy levels. As a bonus,

Leon Everette rode ‘Hurricane’ to fame

Kris Rutherford - September 1, 2023

Leon Everette may have grown up in Queens, New York, but his South Carolina roots were pure country. During his childhood, Everette didn’t aspire to

Yoga stretches and poses can help drivers stay fit and healthy

Hope Zvara - September 1, 2023

Truck drivers need to be physically fit to handle the challenges of their job. In fact, physical fitness is essential if you want to be

Does full coverage really cover you fully?

OOIDA - September 1, 2023

By Deborah Graves, OOIDA Truck Insurance Department OOIDA truck insurance agents get calls every day from drivers who are asking for full coverage. Once the

We can (and should) wear white after Labor Day

Rev. Marilou Coins - September 1, 2023

Welcome to September, and happy Labor Day! Sept. 23 is the first day of fall, promising a cooldown from summer heat. How many of you

What do AI, traffic cameras and privacy have to do with trucking?

Brad Klepper - September 1, 2023

So, an AI program, a traffic camera and a truck driver walk into a bar…. Ok, so maybe I don’t know a joke about these

Teamsters add their heft to dozens of Amazon truck drivers picketing around the country

The Associated Press - August 16, 2023

NEW YORK — The Teamsters flexed their muscles during contract negotiations with UPS last month, securing pay hikes for drivers and scoring other wins. But

David Frizzell, brother of superstar Lefty Frizzell, carved his own path to the top of the charts

Kris Rutherford - August 1, 2023

If your last name is Frizzell, you may or not be country music royalty. But if your last name is Frizzell AND your brother’s name

Is your body running low on fuel? Rev up your energy levels!

Bob Perry - August 1, 2023

Revving up your energy level requires more than just giving yourself a pep talk: You need an action plan! Start by listing ways to reduce

Check out these 10 benefits of workouts for truckers

Hope Zvara - August 1, 2023

We’ve talked a lot about trucking fitness and different truck driver workouts over the road, but now it’s time to address why workouts are important.

The cons of choosing insurance on cost alone

OOIDA - August 1, 2023

By Deborah Graves, OOIDA Truck Insurance Department It is easy to focus on the price of your insurance and let that guide your decision-making process

Clear the static and tune your ‘radio’ to the word of God

Rev. Marilou Coins - August 1, 2023

How many of you have heard the song “Turn Your Radio On” by Skeeter Davis? Or “Dust on the Bible” by Kitty Wells? I guess

Welcome to the United States of California

Brad Klepper - August 1, 2023

One of the fun things (read “challenges”) about writing these columns is trying to figure out something that is timely and that is also of

Take time to appreciate the true price of freedom this Fourth of July

Rev. Marilou Coins - July 1, 2023

It’s already July — wow! We have reached the time when vacationing is on everyone’s mind. Going places, doing things, enjoying family time and just

A strong core equals good balance

Bob Perry - July 1, 2023

When we hear talk about core exercises most of us think of carving out six-pack abs. Although core exercises can certainly improve the look of

What type of insurance do you need?

OOIDA - July 1, 2023

By Deborah Graves, OOIDA Truck Insurance Department Question: What kind of insurance do I need? Answer: Let’s talk about the “what” part of buying truck