The Importance of Referrals
The very best drivers are the ones referred to us by our current drivers, hands-down. No one wants to put their “stamp of approval” on someone who may be a problem, no matter what the “bonus” is for referring them. I’ve found, for that reason alone, our referred drivers tend to be high-quality applicants. The […]
“Click it or Ticket”
You might see more blue lights on the road as area law enforcement agencies continue the “Click it or Ticket” campaign. Local, county and state police will increase their patrols through June 3 and issue citations to drivers not wearing seat belts. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said almost half of the people who […]
Memorial Day
We are getting close to the Memorial Day weekend. Take a moment from your burgers and hotdogs and just think of the ones that will never be with there family or friends on this day to enjoy the fun that you are having. Give a moment of silence for the service men and women that […]
Life on the Road – Cooking in the Truck
Eating on the road can be a challenge. If you eat at the truck stops, you are going to spend a lot of money and probably not have the healthiest choices! If you don’t have any cooking devices in your truck, you will be limited to eating cold food, like sandwiches and cereal…not a very […]
The Importance of Tire Pressure – Have you checked your pressure lately?
Having the proper tire pressure is a crucial safety issue. Next to the brakes, the tires are the most important safety devices on your truck. Incorrect tire pressure will compromise cornering, braking and stability. And, in the worst-case scenario, improper tire pressure can lead to tire failure — and a serious accident. Incorrect tire pressure […]
New “Performance Bonus!”
We’re excited to announce a Monthly Performance Bonus, starting July 1st, 2014. Drivers, who meet the qualifications, will be paid an additional 1-cent per all paid miles for the month! We reward drivers to do their job correctly!
Tyson Foods, Inc. 2013 Premier Carriers
Tyson recognizes ‘Premier Carriers’ for 2013! We are proud to receive this honor 2 years in a row! Submitted by The City Wire Staff on Thu, 04/11/2013 – 8:15am Tyson Foods Inc. has named 18 of its vendor carriers as “Premier Carries of the Year” for 2013. This is the second year the company […]
The Truck Rollover Accident….Did it “Just Happen?”
No one who drives a semi-truck for a living ever thinks this could happen to them. Period. The road is full of drivers who tell themselves, when they drive by this accident, “Poor guy. That’ll never happen to me!” Or, they rationalize by saying to themselves “must have blown a steer.” …or, perhaps, “I bet […]
You never know when…
I’m posting this to let all commercial drivers know one certainty: You never when it could happen to you. Keith had started his day like any other; after his 10-hour break, this 20-year veteran pre-tripped his truck and got out on “the big road,” heading east across Missouri. Pennsylvania was a long ways away, and […]
Comstar Enterprises Inc. – Home of the Best Truck Driving Jobs in Arkansas!
Comstar is on the move! We now are accepting a limited number of inexperienced drivers! If you have a Class-A CDL, obtained from a certified CDL school, and little or no over-the-road experience, our professional trainers can get you up and running solo in as little as four weeks! Here you see one of our […]