NTB enjoys finding podcast options that are uplifting and offer faith-based content to keep you company on the road. Here are NTB’s top 5 picks for Christian podcasts to try out on the road. Read More
The start of a new year is a great time to hit the “reset button” and resolve or address areas of life you want to improve. You may make a decision to accomplish a personal goal or break a habit, improve your CDL-A truck driving career or learn a new skill or hobby. Whatever you’re looking to achieve, here are NTB’s top five tips for making your resolution stick. Read More
There are so many things professional CDL-A truck drivers must watch for and be aware of in the truck! It takes special skills, patience, and know-how to complete each trip safely, on time, and without a negative incident. That’s where technology in the truck can be a trucker’s best friend and NTB has the latest on board for supporting our driving force. Read More
Driving a truck is worthwhile, but we also know that there are sacrifices you make for this career you love. It’s so important to stay connected with your loved ones - not only is it good for your relationships, but it’s necessary for your mental health too. Here are five of our favorite ways to stay connected when you’re on the road! Read More
When your office is the cab of a semi, it’s easy to not make your health a priority. But professional drivers can face serious health concerns like obesity, depression, sleep apnea and diabetes due to the working conditions. Read More
What factors are most important to you when choosing a trucking company to work for? Mike Bray says he considered a lot of things, including pay and home time, but it really came down to working for a company that shared his values. Read More
If you’ve ever considered a career change that offers more independence, excellent earning opportunities and plenty of variety, becoming a professional CDL-A truck driver may be perfect for you. There are a lot of great perks and advantages but it’s not for everyone. Here’s a quick peek at a day in the life of the professional truck driver. Read More
This year’s National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW), held September 13-19, was a special time for the country to show support for the hardworking men and women truck drivers nationwide. Read More
While CDL-A drivers spend most of their time on the open road, a truck stop visit is often a necessary part of the workday. At NTB, we want drivers to make the most of their stops. So, here are our tips on having the best truck stop experience possible. Read More
We might be biased, but we believe that truck driving is one of the best careers out there. Our country relies heavily on the trucking industry to keep the economy going and delivering all kinds of goods to where they need to go. Driving a truck isn’t the easiest career, but it’s also incredibly rewarding and can be quite fun too. Don’t just take our word for it - read below to see what truck drivers love most about the trucking life. Read More
Being a truck driver is one of the most rewarding careers around, but it’s certainly not without its challenges. Let’s take a look at some of the hardest things about being a trucker. Read More
With the hope for a more normal future on the horizon, receiving a vaccination could be the first step in creating a safer space and stopping COVID-19 from spreading. At NTB, we want all of our staff and drivers to remain safe during the coming months and encourage everyone to use their best judgement when it comes to wearing masks, washing their hands, and getting the vaccine if you so choose. The goal is to make sure all drivers remain healthy so they can continue to support the country and keep on truckin’. Read More
If you haven’t asked yourself what’s stopping you from checking out a career in trucking yet, now is the time! With all of the many benefits that come with working at NTB, job security, and a community filled with dedicated employees, it should be easy to make the choice to start your career today. Read More
Safety is always our number one priority and that is why every International Roadcheck is important to us. Follow along to read up on how you can prepare ahead of time so things go smoothly. Read More
As truck driving professionals, we have a responsibility to learn and apply every resource we can in order to reduce accidents and protect ourselves and our communities. Though we teach a variety of defensive driving skills in our training, we are more than familiar with the Smith System and encourage our employees to utilize these techniques. Read More