5 tips for finding a great load
Roeder Cartage
July 10, 2017
One of the greatest challenges for owner-operators and small fleet owners is finding loads. The search for the right load can be a difficult and
The Top 5 Common Causes of Large Truck Accidents
Roeder Cartage
May 31, 2017
Many of the reports we hear about big-rig accidents could easily lead someone to believe that most crashes are caused by careless drivers. But that
Improving Driver Morale
Roeder Cartage
May 24, 2017
It can be easy for drivers to get a chip on their shoulder when it comes to the company they are working for. But there
Know the “No Zones”
Roeder Cartage
April 21, 2017
Truck drivers know that staying safe on the road is always the number one priority of the job. But sometimes, safety is a two-way street
Semi Truck Driving During High Winds
Roeder Cartage
April 10, 2017
Driving a big rig during a high wind event will give you a white knuckle ride, for sure. Whether it’s blowing strong and steady or
Your Big Rig’s Mirrors
Roeder Cartage
March 29, 2017
Driving for an extended period of time, it can be easy to become complacent with the job. It is in those moments of complacency that
Safe Driving During Heavy Rains
Roeder Cartage
March 15, 2017
According to a 10-year study average by the Federal Highway Administration, approximately 22% (nearly 1,259,000) of crashes were weather-related. More specifically, of that 22%, 73%
Making Driver Safety a Priority
Roeder Cartage
February 27, 2017
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration or FMCSA regulate safety and fleet managers to improve safety in an effort reduce crashes and other incidents before
Truck Driver Health Risks
Roeder Cartage
February 15, 2017
A survey of almost 1,700 long-haul truck drivers showed many risk factors for chronic illness like high blood pressure, obesity, smoking, high cholesterol and sleep
CDL DMV Information
Roeder Cartage
January 20, 2017
Driving a truck is a great way to make a good living and provide for yourself and your family. While each state has its own