7 Essential Unwritten Rules for Truck Drivers
                     7 Essential Unwritten Rules for Truck Drivers
If you’re new to the trucking industry, there are a few things you should know. 
Trucking can  be a tough business, and there are certain unwritten rules that 
everyone is expected to  follow. In this blog post, Warrior Logistics will give you a 
rundown of some of those rules –  everything from how to behave on the road 
to what to do (and not do) at truck stops. So
read on and learn the ropes of one of America’s most essential industries. 
Welcome to the
world of trucking!
First rule of hauling…Don’t talk about your haul
It’s easy for anyone to overshare when they feel they’re amongst friends (as we 
hope our
WL drivers feel), but always remember to stay buttoned up and professional at 
least when it
comes to what you’re carting around in your truck. Be aware of other people 
you don’t  know who is asking suspiciously about your cargo or maybe 
oversharing about their own in  hopes you’ll let down your guard.
Plan ahead for where you’ll park your truck overnight
Long haulers, this one’s for you… You don’t want to get stuck somewhere you 
don’t really  want to be or end up having to push your daily limits trying to 
find a good place to stop  and rest for the night. If you’re new to the 
profession or just new to the route, we  recommend you pro-actively ask 
around to find where others who are more familiar with  your route suggest 
you pull over.
Get Your Diesel and GO!
You remember how irritating it is when you can see that people are just sitting 
in their car
while you’re also sitting there, waiting for a parking space to open up? same 
kinda thing.
If you’re done fueling up, be courteous and move away from the diesel pump 
before getting  settled back in with your GPS or popping in the convenience 
store for that snack you’ve  been craving. It may only take you a minute or two 
to go inside, but that added time could  end up cutting into another trucker’s 
schedule and/or, even worse, their paycheck.
Keep Your Distance When Passing
It’s bad enough that the average car driver on the road cuts off a truck driver 
without a
second thought; so don’t do it to another truck driver.
Keep at least 200 or more feet of space between the front of their cab and the 
back of your  trailer/bumper before passing. A shorter distance between may 
prevent the driver you’re  passing from having a safe, full view around them.
Remember the Golden Rules of Lot Courtesy
 Mind your headlights.
If you’re getting situated in a lot at night, think about where your lights are 
shining in
relation to where other truckers may be trying to get some shut-eye.
 And don’t block anyone in.
Think about it logically – if you pull in in front of someone who is already there, 
their break  will very likely be over before yours and they will need easy access 
to pull out around you.
Look Out for Each Other, Too
No one understands the trucking life better than other truckers. When there’s an 
issue, odds  are you’re not the first to experience it, nor will you be the last.
Extend a helping hand or even just advice or a listening ear to your fellow truck 
drivers  wherever possible. Pass along tips you’ve learned, warn of bad weather 
or traffic to those on  the same or similar routes, and especially if you see a 
truck on the side of the road in
distress, pull over (only if it’s safe to do so) and make sure they have help on 
the way.
And finally…
Honk That Horn!
It’s a time-honored tradition to honk your horn when signaled by a kid in the 
minivan or  school bus beside you. A bit of harmless fun makes everyone’s day 
better, and you can’t tell  us you don’t love seeing the smiles your honk elicits. 
Don’t let ‘em down!
How Can Warrior Logistics Help You?
The trucking industry is full of unwritten rules that help keep everyone safe and 
moving
along. As a new driver, it’s important to be aware of these rules so you can 
avoid any  penalties or dangerous situations on the road. At Warrior Logistics, 
we want to make sure  our drivers have all the information they need to stay 
safe and successful while hauling  freight. If you have any questions about the 
rules mentioned in this post or anything else  related to truck driving, please 
don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re always happy to help  out our drivers!