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Distracted Driving Awareness

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

What CDL-A drivers need to know about distracted driving. Read More

5 must-read books to nourish your faith OTR

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Friday, March 17, 2023

At NTB, we understand that it can be challenging to feed your faith while OTR. We want our drivers to have plenty of ways to nourish their spiritual journey, so we found the top 5 Amazon-recommended faith-based books for drivers who are looking to strengthen their faith. Read More

Four ways to feed your faith OTR

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Thursday, March 9, 2023

Here at NTB, we care about our driver’s spiritual health and want to help nourish it even when you’re busy hauling freight. With that in mind, here’s four ways to feed your faith on the road. Read More

Safety & Spring Showers: Tips for Safely Driving Your Tractor-Trailer in the Rain

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023

As we head into spring, it’s time for a reminder of how driving a tractor-trailer in the rain can be tricky and challenging. But with a few extra precautions, you can stay safe while driving your truck in wet conditions. Read More

Heading south: 6 options for spring vacations off the beaten path!

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

At NTB, we pride ourselves on being unique in the transportation industry for offering CDL-A truck drivers a career that’s truly rewarding and a culture that’s genuinely supportive. With that in mind, we thought we’d make a few suggestions for a unique, affordable, off-the-beaten-path vacation for you and your loved ones this spring. Here are six that fit the bill! Read More

5 supplies you didn’t know you needed this winter

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Monday, February 6, 2023

Winter can pose some unique challenges for the truck-driving community. As temps drop and road conditions become less predictable, being prepared becomes more important. Here at NTB Trucking, we want our drivers to be as prepared as possible. Here’s a list of the 5 supplies you didn’t know you needed. Read More

6 tips for fighting fatigue and stress as a truck driver

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Monday, January 30, 2023

Being a long-haul truck driver can be physically and mentally taxing. On top of all the pressures that come with the job, it's easy to fall into a pattern of fatigue, low energy and stress. Read on for some tips from NTB for fighting fatigue, boosting energy and reducing stress as a CDL-A truck driver. Read More

5 ways to stay connected with your family during the holidays

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

The holidays are the busiest time of the year, so it’s likely that you’re feeling busier than ever and also missing your loved ones more than usual. Here are some of our favorite tips for staying connected with your family during the holidays. Read More

5 Gift Ideas For Experiences—No Wrapping Needed!

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

The holiday season is here! While all is merry and bright, it can be hard to gather gift ideas for all your loved ones. To help out with that, NTB Trucking has created a list of great gifts for anyone in your life. These gifts don’t require wrapping paper and a bow—they’re experiences for your loved ones to enjoy. Read More

5 Must Have Gadgets for Truck Drivers

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

The trucking industry keeps our country running, and NTB wants to keep it running smoothly for our drivers…which means staying on top of the latest gadgets and tools. Read More

Feeling the heat? Be sure you know the difference between heat exhaustion vs. heat stroke

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Thursday, August 11, 2022

We’ve reached the time of year where the days are usually the hottest and most unbearable ones of the season. Your friends at NTB have some life-saving tips to recognize the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Read More

5 Podcasts to make you smile on hot summer day

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Thursday, July 28, 2022

When the long hot days of summer come along, tempers can sometimes run short. At NTB, we always make sure to look on the bright side and give our truck drivers and staff a reason to smile. Here are our favorite podcasts guaranteed to get a grin! Read More

11 Tips for navigating truck stops

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Friday, July 8, 2022

Truck stops are a necessity when you’re a truck driver. Here are some of NTB’s favorite tips for truck drivers about saving money, staying safe and navigating truck stops more easily. Read More

5 essentials every truck driver should have

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Friday, July 1, 2022

Being a truck driver is more than just a career choice - it’s a lifestyle choice, too. When you’re away from home for long periods of time, your truck becomes more than a means to make an income. It’s your safe haven, your home away from home and it should have everything in it to make your job - and your life - safer and easier. So, what exactly should you have in your truck? Read More

Spring cleaning for your truck

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Spring is here! This is the season when new flowers bloom and we start to think about fresh starts, clean slates, and spring cleaning. After the dark winter days, it’s time to brighten up your truck with a deep clean to renew and refresh it for the months ahead. Read More