My Experiences of Being a Professional Truck Driver

Straight Talk from 47 Years Behind the Wheel

by Gerald Lee Jones

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About This Blog Book

This series isn’t theory — it’s real answers from a lifetime on the road.

Whether you’re a new driver, an independent contractor, or just curious about trucking life, you’ll find honest insights into:

Getting started in trucking

Managing money and expenses

Vehicle maintenance and inspections

Life on the road and family balance

DOT rules and weigh stations

Taxes, insurance, and hidden costs

The mindset that makes or breaks a driver

And much more — straight talk on the questions every driver has asked me over nearly five decades.

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🔙 Start Reading the Table of Contents

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✍️ Written from the driver’s seat of experience — Gerald Lee Jones