To enter the drawing, you must answer the question. There will be a prize giveaway for each question. We will announce the winners at the end of the day. Please click the link below to participate in the second trivia question.
Trucking Trivia – Monday’s Question #2
If you have any questions, please call your DM! Good Luck!
During Driver Appreciation Week, there will be mulitple trivia questions posted throughout day from Monday to Friday. To enter the drawing, you must answer the question. There will be a prize giveaway for each question. We will announce the winners at the end of the day. Please click the link below to participate in the first trivia question.
Trucking Trivia – Monday Question #1
If you have any questions, please call your DM! Good Luck!
Hello Drivers,
Due to recent hazmat violations, participation in our Load Securement Safety Campaign is now mandatory for all drivers.
We’ve recently seen a sharp increase in our CSA Hazmat score—from no score to 75%—as a result of these violations. As a reminder:
To complete the campaign, review the required materials and fill out the Google Form by October 31, 2025. Doing so will also earn you 200 Pro-Points.
Campaign Materials:
Load Securement – Video & Google Form
So far, 38 drivers have completed the campaign. If you haven’t yet, please make it a priority.
As professional drivers, we know that nothing matters more than your safety and the safety of those you share the road with. Every mile you drive represents both your skill and your responsibility. While accidents can happen, most of them are preventable. By understanding the most common causes, we can take proactive steps to reduce risk and keep everyone safe.
1. Distracted Driving
Texting, eating, adjusting the radio, or even daydreaming can pull attention from the road. A split second of distraction at highway speeds can have serious consequences.
Prevention: Keep your eyes and mind on the road at all times. If you need to use your phone or grab something, pull over safely first.
2. Fatigue
Long hours and tight schedules can make fatigue a real challenge. Drowsy driving slows reaction times and affects judgment, making it just as dangerous as impaired driving.
Prevention: Take a 15 to 45 minute nap during your break, get quality rest, and speak up if you’re too tired to drive. Your health and alertness come first.
3. Speeding and Following Too Closely
Driving too fast for conditions or tailgating reduces the time you have to react. For a fully loaded truck, the stopping distance is much greater than for passenger vehicles.
Prevention: Always adjust your speed for weather, traffic, and road conditions. Maintain a safe following distance to give yourself time to respond.
4. Improper Lane Changes
Blind spots and quick maneuvers can lead to sideswipe accidents.
Prevention: Signal early, check mirrors twice, and be patient. Remember—four-wheelers may not realize how large your blind spots are.
5. Weather Conditions
Rain, snow, fog, or ice can make roads slippery and visibility poor.
Prevention: Slow down, increase following distance, and use extra caution in bad weather. If conditions become unsafe, it’s always okay to stop and wait it out.
6. Equipment Failures
Tire blowouts, brake issues, and other mechanical problems can cause accidents—often preventable with proper inspections.
Prevention: Complete thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections, report issues immediately, and never take chances with faulty equipment.
Even with the best precautions, accidents can still happen. If you find yourself in this situation:
Safe driving is about awareness, preparation, and making the right choices—even when it takes extra time. Every safe mile is a win for you, our customers, and the motoring public. Thank you for your commitment to safety every time you get behind the wheel.
We’ve received feedback from both food-grade customers and drivers about the importance of keeping trailers clean. Sweeping out trailers is not only a customer requirement, but it also prevents rejected equipment, frustration, and unnecessary costs.
Please keep the following in mind:
Keeping trailers clean is a small step that makes a big impact on our reputation, customer satisfaction, and overall efficiency. Thank you for doing your part!
Before heading home on your last day of rotation, please check in with Dispatch. Don’t assume you’re automatically done for the week—sometimes last-minute needs come up that require a hand. A quick check-in helps prevent miscommunication and keeps things running smoothly for the whole team.
In short, swept trailers and a quick check with Dispatch = happy customers, smoother operations, and less stress for everyone. Thanks for helping us keep things running smoothly
Please join us in welcoming James Trump – the newest member of our team!
“Hello, My name is James Trump. No, I am not related. I do have the same birthday as Donald, and I think I have better hair. I am joining the Marvin Keller team as a Driver Manager. I started in transportation at UPS as a package handler before becoming a supervisor. I then went to LTL, where I was an outbound supervisor before becoming a Terminal Manager. I have also worked in sales and customer service at ADM Logistics. I am married with 4 kids. I am the President of Mt Zion youth sports and run both the Winter Warm-Up basketball tournament and the Mash Up baseball and softball tournaments. I am also currently an assistant coach for Mt Zion HS boys’ track. I am looking forward to getting to know all of you. Please feel free to stop by and say hello.”
The One Twenty 4 & 4 Incentive Program
Tier One consists of 3 periods
· May 2025 thru August 2025
· September 2025 thru December 2025
· January 2026 thru April 2026
Mileage Goal: 23,500 miles per period (no cap)
Bonus Rate: $0.05 per mile
Minimum Payout: $1,175 per period
Bonuses will be paid out in six installments starting 9/12
Congratulations to the following drivers for achieving the One-Twenty Mileage Bonus for Period One!
One of the five personality traits, Conscientiousness, has been shown to be a predictor of physical and mental well-being. Studies have linked this trait to lower stress levels, longer lifespan, career success, and overall happiness. Here’s an overview of what this trait entails.
Traits of Conscientious People
Traits of unconscientious people
Conscientiousness is an important trait for a professional truck driver. While we’re always here to help you along our path, trucking requires a self-starter, someone who doesn’t need a boss constantly standing over their shoulder making sure they get all their tasks done. Managers can’t be in the truck with you, and we have to be able to rely on you to do your job without micromanagement. If you find yourself in the unconscientiousness category, fear not. Here are some ways you can be a more conscientious person and reap the benefits in your professional (and personal) lives.
Set clear priorities and goals
Set consistent daily routines
Hold yourself accountable
Every journey begins with a single step, and it’s never too late to change your habits and improve. Reach out to your manager if you need help.
Keeping a clean truck is essential for safety and efficiency. A dirty truck can harbor bacteria, mold, and mildew, posing health risks to the driver. A dirty, cluttered truck can also lead to decreased fuel efficiency, increased maintenance costs, and reduced productivity. Here are some reasons why you should always keep your truck clean and organized.
With so many people sharing a truck now, it’s important that you take your truck partner into consideration. Would you want to be left with a mess when you start your rotation? Take shop workers into consideration when you need to have your truck worked on. Making sure your trailer is reasonably clean and in good condition before you go to a shipper is also important. When you go into a shipper and your trailer is
full of debris, or even rejected product, and you didn’t notice because you neglected to check the trailer before heading in, that reflects badly on us. Take a few minutes to make sure the trailer is in good condition for your next load, so we’re not scrambling later when the trailer is rejected.
Review the campaign materials and fill out the Google form correctly to earn 200 Pro-Points. Be sure to complete the materials by October 31st, 2025.
Load Securement – Video & Google Form
