Winter Driving Tips
Tractor trailer drivers! When you come off the road and park on a snow covered lot, it is important to pack down the snow before setting your brakes; roll forward and back a few times. This does two things: it cools down your tires so they aren't as likely to melt the...
ATA Share the Road helpful safety tips for the Holidays
Always wear your seat-belt. (It's the law!) Never cut in front of a truck. (We can't slow down like a car!) Don't linger alongside of a truck. (You could be in a blind spot!) Never pass on the right; pass safely on the left (traffic could be stopped on the right for...
Parrish Trucking Fall Family Safety Meeting
The 2018 Parrish Trucking Fall family safety meeting. Lots of family games to play, haunted maze and hayride. Other than the wind, a great day was had by all!
Smart Driver: See and Be Seen
Driving in clear conditions can be very stressful for any driver, but add in a wintry mix and it can be downright treacherous. Blowing snow, fog, ice buildup on the windshield, and overspray from passing vehicles are just a few hazards that can limit visibility and...
Trucking in 2016 – Full Industry Calendar
Interested in what's in store for the trucking industry in the year ahead? Trucker News has listed scheduled events for 2016. Come and take a look!
Samsung Creates see-through ‘Safety Truck’
Ever wonder what the next big step in safety may be? Last summer, Samsung has shown us what may be the future in preventing accidents caused by drivers attempting to overtake semis by attaching wireless cameras to the front of the truck and displaying the view on the...
Looking Back: 2015’s Biggest Trucking Changes
2015 was an eventful year - TruckingInfo.com has listed the biggest acts for truckers passed in the year. How do you feel about these changes? How has 2015 been for you? Sound off on our Facebook page!
Back Pain: Prevention and Treatment
With the amount of sitting involved in driving, it's no surprise that back pain can be a continual risk for truckers. Thankfully, there are many resources for finding exercises to both alleviate and prevent back pain, such as the Healthy Trucker, Trucker News, and...
Five Years with McLeod Software!
On this date five years ago, Parrish Trucking and McLeod Software began their partnership. Happy anniversary! We are looking forward to working with you for many years to come!
In Memorium of John Kerkemeyer
Parrish is saddened by the loss of John Kerkemeyer, who has passed away due to a recent stroke last Friday, August 21st. We wish the best for his family and friends. Strokes can be a very serious and present danger to truck drivers. Please be sure to be aware of the...
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