How to Fund a Rewards Program Without Increasing Your Budget

One of the most challenging aspects of setting up a rewards program at any carrier is funding it. Where does the money to invest in one of these programs come from? Let’s say you’ve read our case for a rewards program, and you’re convinced. How do you find the money to make it happen?   The […]

What is a DOT Physical?

If you’re looking to become a driver that operates a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) to transport either passengers or freight, you might not be aware of the physical stress involved in the job. To ensure that you’re capable of performing your duties and can drive commercial vehicles in a safe and secure manner, you’ll most […]

How to Become an Owner Operator

If you’re considering becoming a truck owner operator, there are several factors and details you need to weigh before you make a final decision. At some point in most truckers’ lives, they’ve thought of getting their own rig and hitting the road as an independent owner operator. However, many are left wondering, “What do I […]

CDL Endorsements: Everything You Need to Know

As a truck driver, you have a lot of opportunities in front of you. While you can stick to hauling general freight, you can significantly increase your earning potential by accepting different types of cargo. Depending on the class of your commercial driver’s license (CDL), you may be able to obtain other trucker endorsements that […]

How to Become a Truck Driver: The Essential Guide

If you’re looking for a career without a cubicle and a chance to see the country, you might consider becoming a truck driver. It’s a great option if you have a little bit of wanderlust and don’t mind long drives away from your home base. You’ll have a chance to live on the road, meet […]

The Power of a Pulse Message

The driver recruiting landscape has seen massive changes since the spread of COVID-19 in the United States. Application volumes since mid-March are down 15-20% in both experienced and student drivers, making an already present driver shortage more acute for carriers of every size. Now more than ever, recruiting departments are competing against other carriers for […]

Tenstreet Partnership with Truckers Against Trafficking

Tenstreet offers free TAT training video to entire driver base through proprietary content training library and Driver Pulse app TAT is a 501(c)3 that exists to educate, equip, empower and mobilize members of the trucking, bus and energy industries to combat human trafficking. The partnership between Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT) and Tenstreet is key in […]

Get to Know Carriers Before You Apply with Pulse Connect

Have you ever gone to the trouble of filling out an application, talking with a recruiter, submitting your driver documents, and completing onboarding procedures, only to find out along the way that you don’t think you’ll be happy at this new carrier? Maybe they don’t offer the benefits that are most important to you, or […]

What is a Chain of Custody Form?

Everyone in the transportation industry should be aware of the procedures mandated by its governing body, the Department of Transportation. One such system is the chain of custody form (commonly abbreviated to CCF) for drug test results for drivers. By issuing a federal forensic drug testing custody and control form, collected specimens can be carefully […]

CSA Compliance: What You Should Know

Car and transportation crashes are still one of the leading causes of death and permanent disability in the United States. In 2019 alone, there were over 37,000 car-related fatalities and 2.35 million injuries.  A significant percentage of these accidents involve large vehicles like trucks. That’s why the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) created the […]