So, what do you need to take with you when you’re getting ready for your first trip?
Part 1 includes the check-list for most important personal things you may need on the road:
GPS navigator + charger
Road maps – just in case you have no Internet connection
Cash – Some facilities don’t accept credit cards or EFS
Personal documents – ID card, passport, SSN, green card/work permit, CDL
Medical Insurance, Medical Certificate for CDL holders
Documents for the truck – registration, annual review, insurance etc.
Cargo & Liability insurance
Load papers – BOL, POD, receipts
Cell phone and charger
Extra cell phone with a full battery, turned off
Dash cam
Tablet/Laptop + charger (you can also download couple of movies)
E-Book or couple of books
USB drive with music/movies and copies of the papers
USB cables, connectors
This is the first part of our pre-trip check-list, and the second part includes things to make your truck comfortable for living. What would you add to the check-list? What are the items to take with you at first? Please share your check-list with us