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12 Helpful Apps for Truckers
If you are interested in increasing your efficiency and happiness on the road, here are 12 popular apps that are perfect for any trucker.
May 22, 20244 min read


Top 8 Health Apps for Owner-Operators
FMCSA Medical regulations require certain health standards to be met to get and keep a commercial driver’s license. These regulations...
May 1, 20243 min read


ATBS Hub Updates and Enhancements
We wanted to take a moment to thank clients for the valuable feedback you've shared with us regarding the new ATBS Hub . Your insights...
Jan 23, 20243 min read


Self-Driving Trucks: Are Truck Drivers Out of a Job?
A lot has happened in the world of self-driving trucks. More companies have emerged, technologies are being tested, laws are being...
Oct 9, 20236 min read


5 Benefits of Using a Truck Dash Cam
Truck dash cams have become increasingly more popular over the years. Here is our list of the top 5 benefits of using a truck dashcam.
Sep 26, 20236 min read


Automation in Trucking
The impression that I get when I speak to drivers about potential automation in trucking, is one of skepticism and denial. While robots...
Aug 11, 20221 min read


Top 5 Weather Apps for Truckers
Weather is arguably one of the most important factors affecting your driving routes, so it’s important to have the most up-to-date forecast at your fingertips. But finding the best weather app can be tricky since there are so many to choose from. Here are five weather apps that we think are a cloud above the rest. The Weather Channel Available On: Android, iOS, Windows Phone Cost: Free The Weather Channel's (TWC) app is free and available on Android, iOS, and Windows Phone. I
Jan 28, 20223 min read


Winterizing Your Truck: A Step-by-Step Plan
As the weather starts to cool off, and everyone is about to be consumed with pumpkin-spice flavored everything, owner-operators should have something else on their mind: Winterizing their truck. Actively taking steps to prepare your truck for winter is crucial for keeping your costs down, and staying safe in the cold winter months. Follow these guidelines and get your truck ready - winter is just around the corner! Step One: Prepare an Emergency Kit Getting stranded in advers
Oct 31, 20214 min read


Use CamScanner to Send Documents to ATBS
**If you're an ATBS Client, please send your documents to ATBS using the ATBS Hub. To download the app and learn more, visit...
Mar 1, 20202 min read


5 Trucking Forums That You Should Follow
Because of this, online forums have become a great place for truck drivers to converse with others in the industry.
Jul 9, 20193 min read


Old Dogs and New Tricks
Things evolve. To paraphrase the great Red Greene - I am old. I can change if I have to. It does seem that the older I get the harder it...
Jun 2, 20182 min read


5 Things You Need to Know Before Switching to CNG
CNG is produced both domestically and worldwide at a relatively low cost and it burns cleaner than diesel fuels.
Dec 21, 20153 min read


The ELD Mandate: What You Need to Know
This article was originally featured on TeamRunSmart.com. Friday, October 30th was supposed to be judgment day, but it came and passed...
Dec 13, 20153 min read


How to Protect Yourself From Cyber Theft
Every year hundreds of millions of dollars are stolen through cyber theft. Criminals and hackers devise complicated schemes and programs...
May 31, 20153 min read


Protecting Your Personal Information from Tax Fraud and Identity Theft
Lately, we have seen an increasing number of tax fraud cases and identify theft. ATBS is committed to providing you with a tax and...
Mar 1, 20152 min read


Adapting to Change: Electronic Logging Devices
Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) have been a heated topic lately among drivers, carriers, and the FMCSA. There are positives and...
Jul 4, 20143 min read


Top 8 Weight Loss Apps for Truckers
New FMCSA Medical regulations require certain weight, health, and fitness standards are met to get and keep a commercial driver’s...
Mar 10, 20143 min read
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