NAVAJO NEWS
What’s going on at Navajo Express
Tips for drivers, insights for shippers, and company updates
What Does a Reefer Driver Actually Do?
If you’re looking at CDL-A jobs, you’ve probably seen “reefer” everywhere. Here’s what reefer drivers actually do, and what it looks like at Navajo Express.
How Often Do OTR Truck Drivers Get Home?
At a lot of trucking companies, OTR drivers are out about three weeks at a time. At Navajo Express, you can be home in as little as 10 days.
Gas prices continue to rise, and it could get worse.
Americans everywhere are feeling the rise of gasoline, which reached a national average of $4.07 a gallon on Monday, up more than 10 percent from a week ago
International Roadcheck Set for May 4-6. What You Need to Expect
The annual International Roadcheck is scheduled for May 4-6, 2021. CVSA-certified inspectors will be conducting compliance, enforcement, and educational initiatives targeted at motor carriers, vehicles, and driver safety.
CCJ Top 250 Carriers
Navajo Express is excited to announce that we have been selected by Commercial Carrier Journal (CCJ) as a Top 250 Carrier.
Say Hello to Our Newest US Citizen
Please join us in congratulating Abdulla Diriye for earning his U.S. citizenship on Monday September 9th. Abdul joined Navajo in 2017 and is a local driver in Salt Lake City.
The American Dream
Trucking can still be America’s dream job, at least that’s what Khalid Alkaabi believes. After migrating from Iraq four years ago, Kalid is now a United States citizen.
Tax Deductible Expenses for Professional Truck Drivers
Tax season is right around the corner with high hopes of keeping money, or putting more money, in one’s pocket. Don’t overlook these simple expenses that can increase tax refunds for professional drivers.
Ten Tips to Becoming a Successful Owner Operator
Should I become an owner operator? It’s a question that crosses the mind of many company drivers. At Navajo we’ve developed positive partnerships with hundreds of owner operators, which is why we are confident with our top ten tips for becoming a successful owner operator.
Navajo’s Powerful Positives of 2018
It’s safe to say that Navajo had a big year! Take a look at the articles, blogs and photos that sum up our remarkable journey over the last 365 days.
Five Benefits for Driving Beyond Year One
It’s the advice that many new CDL holders are given. Put in one year of professional truck driving with a carrier and then move on to the next. Well, we are here to debunk this unwritten rule (or at least put up a good fight) and give you five reasons why driving for a carrier beyond year one can be smart and favorable.
Nine Tips for Night Driving
As the sun sets earlier and darkness sweeps over the streets, there is no question that the dangers on the road increase. Here are Navajo’s top nine tips to keep yourself and the motoring public safe.
Four Tips and Tricks for New, Professional Truck Drivers
Starting a new job can be daunting, no matter what profession or industry you are entering. Well, we figured we’d help our new drivers out and give them some inside scoop – straight from the source! We asked our drivers what their advice would be for those new to the road and these were the four tips that came up most often.
Navajo Celebrates our Professional Drivers’ Safety Successes
With one of our company’s core values being safety, we could not have been prouder of the professional drivers we acknowledged at our Million Mile Celebration.
Back-to-School Special: 4 Tips for Safe and Smart Driving
School is back in session! Whether a new CDL holder or a veteran in the industry, these top four tips will help keep you alert now that schools are open.
Top Four Benefits Brought by Auxiliary Power Units
As diesel fuel prices climb, anti-idle laws increase and environmental concerns continue, more and more carriers are turning to auxiliary power units (APUs). Navajo gives you the top four benefits APUs bring to our fleet of dedicated drivers.
Clearing Up Personal Conveyance Confusion
What exactly is personal conveyance and when should it be recorded? To clear up the confusion, Navajo brings you the facts!
Top Eight Tips for a Successful CVSA Roadcheck
And just like that, the CVSA International Roadcheck is upon us! During the dates of June 5-7, 2018, commercial motor vehicle inspectors in jurisdictions throughout North America will conduct inspections of commercial motor vehicles and drivers.
Five Tips for Staying Safe this Summer Season
Say goodbye to icy roads and winter weather conditions! Memorial Day is just around the corner, meaning the summer season and warm weather are finally here. However, the summer months can still present challenges for truck drivers.
Six Serious Benefits for Utilizing a 3PL
“Should I use a 3PL?” It’s a question many companies continue to ask themselves. And to help make the decision a bit easier, we’ve developed our top six benefits that logistical services can bring to a business.