5 tips for safely driving a semi in heavy rain
Rain-soaked roads increase the risks of accidents and injury. Follow these tips to stay safe.
Extending Your Semi’s Fuel Capacity is More Simple Than You Think
Gas isn't cheap and the prices continue to rise. If you want to extend the amount of time between fill ups, heed these tips.
How Hopper Bottom Trucking Supports Year-Round Freight Demand
Freight demand does not disappear when one season ends. Agriculture, construction, road maintenance, and industrial operations all need dependable transportation throughout the year. Hopper bottom trucking plays an important role in keeping these supply chains moving because its specialized trailer design makes transporting and unloading bulk materials efficient. From grain during harvest season to salt and [...]
Best practices for transporting asphalt
Transporting asphalt requires special expertise. Make sure your partner knows what they're doing!
Staying Connected on the Open Road: How Truck Drivers Can Maintain Healthy Relationships with Family and Friends
Long hours on the road don't have to mean sacrificing your relationships or your mental health. Discover practical tips that truck drivers can use to stay connected with family and friends, build meaningful support systems, and prioritize their well-being while living life behind the wheel. Read the full blog to learn how strong relationships can make every mile a little easier.
What Challenges Do Drivers Face in Hopper Bottom Trucking?
Hopper bottom trucking plays an important role in transporting agricultural commodities, construction materials, and other dry bulk products efficiently. However, working behind the wheel of a hopper bottom truck involves challenges that go beyond driving from one destination to another. Drivers must manage changing loads, physically demanding equipment, unpredictable weather, and delivery schedules that can shift [...]
What Industries Depend Most on Pneumatic Powder Transport and Why
Moving dry bulk materials requires more than simply loading a trailer and heading to the destination. Many powdered products are highly sensitive to moisture, contamination, and material loss, making specialized transportation essential. That's why pneumatic powder transport industries continue to rely on pneumatic hauling systems to move materials safely and efficiently from production facilities to job [...]
Benefits of being a tanker truck driver
As the largest asphalt trucking company in Utah, we have your classic truck the 18-speed manual Kenworth W900L truck with CAT engines, a newer automatic Kenworth T680 and Freightliner Next-Gen trucks with Cummins and Detroit power. What's your truck preference? Learn more about being a tanker truck driver here:
You’re only as good as your clients and partners
At Double D Distribution, we believe you're only as good as your clients and partners. That's why we're proud to collaborate with (and serve) these great organizations.
Simple tips for managing loneliness while on the road
Driving a truck can leave you feeling isolated and alone. Here are some tips for managing difficult emotions while on the road.