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Veterans Discover New Purpose in Trucking Career

Many veterans have found employment in the trucking sector after their military service. Although the shift to civilian life can be challenging, some veterans have discovered healing by helping others and improving the lives of fellow ex-soldiers. Here are three accounts of veterans and company lead

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Driver Lifestyle & Health

Bonded by the Road: A Father-Son Trucking Journey

OBrienco Transport: A Father-Son Partnership In South Toowoomba, John O’Brien, Managing Director of OBrienco Transport, collaborates closely with his son, Jack O’Brien, who serves as the National Sales and Linehaul Manager. A Life in Transport John states, “Having spent my entire working life in the

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Financial & Insurance Insights

Your Essential Guide to 2026 Insights

Fact Checked Oct 20, 2024 Why Trust Us Why Trust Us Here is a summary of how we evaluated leading auto insurance providers. 8,500 Data Points Analyzed 12,500 Customers Surveyed Written By RaShawn Mitchner Written By RaShawn Mitchner Senior Editor RaShawn Mitchner is a senior editor for MarketWatch G

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Driver Lifestyle & Health

Essential Tips for Truckers to Stay Focused on the Road

When driving at 70 miles per hour, you cover almost 105 feet each second. If you take your eyes off the road—whether to glance at a billboard, an accident, a mirror, or the infotainment screen—you’ll travel that distance without seeing what’s ahead. If you let your gaze wander for just five seconds,

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Truck & Equipment Talk

Truck Heist Mayhem on the Highway

Driver Alarmed by ‘Swinging Pole’ Risk 16:19, 11 Jan 2026 Updated 16:27, 11 Jan 2026 The truck was seen approaching the roundabout from Sheep Street (Image: Google) A driver expressed their disbelief upon witnessing a truck maneuvering with an unusually large pole dangling from its side, reminiscent

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