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These three letters send shivers down the backs of even the most veteran of drivers, hairs rise on the back of necks and goosebumps appear out of nowhere. These three letters are a truck driver's worst fear: DOT.

Congratulations, you passed your CDL A test and have your first job as a professional truck driver!

Before you take your first job as a professional truck driver know what division is right for you. Most driving jobs are one of the following: over the road (longhaul), regional (shorthaul) and local. 

It can be extremely difficult to be alone, especially if you are a people person. Before you drive OTR. Be prepared for the solo time that comes with being a truck driver and know what you can do to combat the loneliness. 

It is the time of the year when families and friends gather, enjoy each others company and express gratitude. We want to share why we are thankful for truck drivers.

Flatbed driver, Marcus Reed's co-pilot, Diego.

Fido or Max is your best friend and you can’t imagine parting with them as a truck driver and while you drive OTR.  You are in luck. Many trucking companies allow you to bring your pet on the road. Just make sure you are fully prepared.

Relationships are hard. Relationships become even more difficult when you are away from each other for extended periods of time. Whether you are a new couple or are in a long-term committed relationship, you will face trials while driving OTR. 

Image via TruckersNews

There is no denying that the 1970's glorified life as a truck driver. Movies like Smokey and the Bandit, Convoy and Breaker! Breaker! made little boys and girls everywhere imagine becoming a truck driver. But at what point does someone go from imagining the life to actually living it?

We believe that some of the best professional drivers in the trucking industry drive with TransLand. These men and women are dedicated to doing his or her job the right way and the safe way. When National Truck Driver Appreciation Week came around, we wanted to make sure every TransLand driver knew that he or she was appreciated.

September 11 - 17 is the 18th annual National Truck Driver Appriecation Week.

TransLand celebrates professional drivers every day. CEO, Mark Walker wrote a letter on behalf of this special week.