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Whether you are a trucker by profession, know someone who is, are simply curious about the industry, or want to expand your knowledge for trivia night, the following fun facts are worth a look. After all, who wouldn’t want to know some random fun facts about semi-trucks and the trucking industry?

After the craziness of the pandemic, the importance of essential workers like truck drivers has never been more valued. Truckers are the backbone of America’s economy and having them successfully transport needed goods kept the country moving. Now that most of America is back to work, and your value as a truck driving professional has been cemented, you might be looking to expand your truck driving career and become a refrigerated freight truck driver. Interestingly enough, with the increased need for medicines, frozen goods, and more, nationwide the demand for refrigerated freight hauling has never been greater.

One of the most challenging elements of truck driving is learning to successfully maneuver a trailer and be able to back up without great difficulty. Be patient with yourself if you can relate to this issue, as this can be difficult for both veterans and novice drivers. Thankfully, there are some tried-and-true tips you can keep in mind to at least make the process a bit easier:

Driving a semi-truck can be challenging enough without the added difficulties caused by high winds. In fact, driving a semi in high winds can be just as dangerous for large trucks driving in icy or snowy conditions.

Mike Sanford, a Ports Truck Driver for Knight Transportation opens up about his truck driving career.

Winter weather and slick, snowy surfaces don’t exactly mesh well with big-rig trucks. Thankfully, as a driver, you can install snow chains on your tires to give you much-needed stability and grip on slick roads.

One of our talented team members restored a 1930 Ford. Check out our video to see him in action!

When it comes to life on the road as a truck driver, the amenities at a truck stop or truck terminal take on an elevated importance. After all, it is these locations that often give truck drivers their only taste of normalcy or allow them to take care of personal hygiene items. They are necessary to keep them going, making those long-haul trips possible and more enjoyable.

Above and beyond what is experienced by regular-sized vehicles, commercial trucks are extremely susceptible to dangerous winter conditions. Even if you are an extremely experienced and highly skilled truck driver, winter driving conditions can present challenges. Wet or icy roads make it difficult for trucks to handle a load and make it difficult for you as a driver of a big rig to slow your rig down enough to stop. 70% of roads in the United States are in snowy areas, which increases the threat of an accident significantly (FHWA). Today, we look at the 10 truck driving tips for winter.

Semi-trucks weigh somewhere between 35,000 and 80,000 pounds. That is a lot of weight to stop once it gets going, which is what makes the braking system so vital on a semi. Having a damaged, improperly functioning or worn-out brake system is a danger to all those on the roadways. Therefore, it’s important for drivers to be aware of brake issues that could plague their rig and know what signs to look for to get ahead of the problem.

Our team's skills go beyond transportation! Check out how Jeremy, one of our Driver Development Managers, combines his two worlds.

Knight Transportation acknowledges and appreciates our U.S. Military service members' sacrifices to protect our freedom and families. Finding employment while serving and after serving in the armed forces can be challenging. We seek to provide Veterans and active military service members a transportation career offering flexible schedules and consistent income. Many Veterans start a trucking career with Knight Transportation and enjoy mission-focused work, flexible schedules, and competitive pay. Is it time for you to join our Fleet of Heroes?