As we welcome the new year, it’s a great time for OTR truck drivers to prioritize their health, wellness, and safety on the road. At Cooper Freight, we value the well-being of our drivers and want to provide them with the support and resources they need to thrive in their careers. In this blog post, we will share some tips and insights to help OTR truck drivers start the new year strong and stay healthy, safe, and happy on the road.

A Winter State of Mind

One of the joys of the trucking business is the ability to travel across the country and experience the beauty of different roads from coast to coast. However, this also means you must prepare for various types of driving conditions. The winter months make for treacherous road conditions across much of the country; the best thing you can do to make sure you stay safe when the temperature drops is to be ready.

The AAA predicts, “That more than one-third of Americans will travel this holiday season. The record-breaking 112.5 million travelers taking to the nation’s runways, roads and rails for the year-end holidays represent a 4.4 percent increase over last year.” This means possible delays, traffic congestion, and impaired or distracted drivers, all combined with the unpredictable winter weather. Here are a few ways for truck drivers to stay safe during these hectic holiday travels: