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Trucker Spotlight - Jake Clyde <em>The Trucker Spotlight series explores the lives of truckers and their journey to make a difference in their industry. We interview different truck drivers to understand some life lessons that make them who they are today. We also learn more about their motivations, and the problems that they encounter on the job. We also tackle how Trucker Path's solutions helped them with what they do. The information that they provide helps inform other people who are looking to delve into the trucking world.</em>
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Today we are putting the spotlight on <strong>Jake</strong>, who recently started a Youtube channel "PinoyTruckerInUSA" where he shares his experiences being an over-the-road Filipino truck driver. He mostly drives in the Midwest and has been trucking for 5 years. We are stoked to get him to share some insights regarding the trucking industry.
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<h3><strong>What made you decide to be a trucker?</strong></h3>
I've always been an adventurous person and I love to travel so when I found out about trucking, I thought it would be perfect for me. Because of trucking, I was able to live my life freely and help my loved ones. It truly is a job that I enjoy.
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<h3><strong>How are you holding up with the COVID-19 situation?</strong></h3>
A few of my current struggles include the lack of loads i’ve been getting which lowers my overall income. Aside from that, I have really put some effort in enforcing some safety measures for my own health and safety.
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<h3><strong>Can you share some safety measures that you have been doing?</strong></h3>
I protect my self by following the standards of social safety distancing, wear masks at all time, and I always wash my hand. I have my own protective gear too. I'm also lucky to have been provided free masks by some shippers.
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<h3><strong>What are the significant changes you've noticed in your 5 years of trucking?</strong></h3>
Back in the day, trucking was complicated because of the lack of technology. But now, apps like <a href="https://truckerpath.com/">Trucker Path</a> helps so many truckers because it’s user friendly and easy. I’ve been using this app for some time now and I highly recommend it to truckers. It’s basically an all-in-one platform for truckers.
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<h3><strong>What are the common troubles or problems that you have encountered while trucking?</strong></h3>
A few troubles I’ve encountered are heavy traffic in the cities, road rage from other drivers, and the fact that some don’t let you pass at all.
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<h3><strong>What are your usual routes? Favorite scenic truck route?</strong></h3>
As a truck driver, i’ve been through a few amazing roads but my favorite is Oregon. The scenic views are mesmerizing.
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<h3><strong>Any difficult routes for you?</strong></h3>
Some unusual roads I’ve driven is probably in New Jersey and New York. When I first started solo driving, I've found the road too confusing and difficult.
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<h3><strong>Any tips for aspiring truck drivers out there?</strong></h3>
I have 3 tips for aspiring truckers: Always think of your safety , pay attention, and slow down.
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<h3><strong>Where can people watch your trucking videos on Youtube?</strong></h3>
You can find me on my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxb1GZCJKAveF-ZF-BQkl4A">Youtube channel, "PinoyTruckerInUSA"</a>.
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Cheers!
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<h4>By Aldous Aldwin</h4>
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Industry Update - April 26, 2019 <h5>By Jeremy Feucht</h5>
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<h3><strong><u>Did you Know?</u></strong></h3>
As we have seen time and time again, it is the trucking industry that comes to the rescue during many emergencies across the US. Few events show this heroism more than the events that took place after April 25, 2014. This was the date where Flint, MI, residents learned the dangers of their tap water. Filled with E. coli, lead and other contaminants, residents were forced to be without water. Truckers stepped up by brining in bottled water for the people of Flint so they could have life’s most basic necessity.
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<h3><strong><u>Trucking tip of the Week</u></strong></h3>
Load Securement: Time consuming, potentially dangerous depending on the load, difficult but absolutely necessary. It is one of those things that seems so common place that we shouldn’t be talking about it, yet it is odd how many trucks I see where it is painfully obvious the driver hasn’t secured their load. Take an extra couple of minutes to ensure your load is tied down and secured properly. A potential danger to yourself and others is not worth it, not even mentioning the large fine that can find its way to you at a weigh station or by highway patrol.
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<h3><strong><u>Research</u></strong></h3>
The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is looking for carriers for a research project. The research project wants to <a href="https://truckingresearch.org/2019/04/24/atri-seeks-for-hire-motor-carrier-operational-cost-data-3/">learn about the operational costs</a> of the trucking industry. This means they want access to fuel costs, insurance premiums, driver pay, vehicle costs and more. They are not just looking for information from big fleets, <a href="https://truckingresearch.org/2019/04/24/operational-costs-of-trucking-survey-2/">they want to hear</a> from owner-operators too.
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<h3><strong><u>Alternative Fuel</u></strong></h3>
Last week, Nikola made headlines with the demonstration of their new hydrogen powered vehicle. <a href="https://www.mhlnews.com/transportation-distribution/zero-emission-trucking-moves-forward">This week</a>, Kenworth and Toyota made headlines with the revelation of their joint ventured project. Working with CARB (California Air Resource Board),Toyota and Kenworth are set to launch 10 hydrogen fuel celled vehicles that will operate in the southern California area sometime between October and December of this year.
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<h3><strong><u>Trucking and Fishing</u></strong></h3>
All over the US, ponds, lakes, reservoirs and even some rivers are stocked with fish multiple times per year. There is only one way to get fish from the hatchery to their final destination and that is by truck. Little is made about the effort and care that is put in to keep the fish safe and healthy on their journey and even less thought is put in by the general public. The Mail Tribune out of Medford, OR, has created a three-part video to talk about this process. The link provided <a href="https://mailtribune.com/oregon-outdoors/oregon-outdoors-video-trout-trucking-pt-3">here</a> is to part three as it is the only page with direct access to all the videos.
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With the vast array of features aimed to improve your trucking experience, truckers should take advantage of what the Trucker Path app has to offer. In this article, we'll help you master the art of Trucker Path. Check out these 3 tips on how to maximize your Trucker Path experience.
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<h3><strong>1. Double tapping the places filter</strong></h3>
This allows you to display the places you want on your location.
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<h3><strong>2. Adding locations/places to your favorites</strong></h3>
This feature saves all your favorite locations or places so you can access them easier at a later time.
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<h3><strong>3. Switch to satellite view</strong></h3>
You'll be able to visualize the parking lot size and you may spot some obstacles too!
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<h4>By Aldous Aldwin</h4>
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