Truck Drivers are twice as likely as other workers to be obese according to a study from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. Overall, obesity is considered one of the biggest health risks for Truckers, putting them at risk of developing diabetes, high...
Great Truck Drivers are more than people who deliver items from one place to another. With a demanding schedule and the responsibility of safely transporting important cargo, truck driving isn’t for everyone. At Kopf, we have a fantastic team of Drivers and Owner Operators who...
Without a doubt, truck drivers are the backbone of America! In honor of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week each September, we proudly thank Kopf drivers and all truckers throughout our country for your hard work, sacrifices, and safe decisions every day. How to Thank A Trucker Without...
Truck driver fitness is challenging. Sitting for hours at a time, eating convenience food, loneliness, lack of physical activity, and less than 6 hours of sleep, are the norm for many drivers. According to the CDC, truck drivers have a drastically higher rate of...
Being on the road can take its toll on the average driver, but as a truck driver, being away from friends and family for days at a time can hurt. Thanks to technology, and a bit of creativity, there are many ways to stay connected...
There are countless rest stops for truckers across the country. Unfortunately, they don’t all boast about having some of the greatest amenities in the world. When you’re on the road for hours (or days) at a time, it’s always nice to stop at a place...
This week is National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (Sept. 10–16, 2017) and Kopf Logistics Group would like to recognize our Drivers who are the backbone of our organization. Thank you! Kopf is a family-owned and operated business established in 1980. We are based in Elkhart,...
By definition, an Electronic Logging Device (ELD) is a gadget that enables commercial motor carriers and professional truck drivers to track their Hours of Service (HOS) compliance. The ELD works by synchronizing with a truck's engine to record the driving time automatically, allowing for more...