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Have you ever wondered what it looks like inside a semi truck sleeper? Wonder no more.

It is just so easy to be unhealthy while being an OTR driver. According to the Department of Transportation, the prevalence of obesity is twice as high in professional drivers than those who do not drive for a living. (69% vs. 31%) That just means, as a professional driver, you will have to keep a healthy lifestyle top of mind.

As a professional truck driver, your truck becomes your home away from home and every home must have some essentials. Whether you are just out of CDL school or are an experienced OTR driver, here is what to keep in your truck.

The December 2017 mandate for electronic logs is looming. However, all professional drivers at TransLand have been using e-logs for years now. 

Have you heard that women truck drivers are taking over the trucking industry faster than ever? It's true and they are showing others just how it's done. Women truck drivers defy stereotypes every day.

1. You get to choose your schedule

To be a casual driver, it means you can work for one full week, then you’re off the next. If you prefer, you could work for two full weeks, then be off for two consistent weeks. Your schedule should be up to you and your lifestyle.

Congratulations! You successfully completed the grueling training and driving tests, was it all worth it? Absolutely! You now have your Class A CDL! So now what?