This page lists the tweets from 2010 that we sent out through our Twitter account.
In 2010, we began utilizing the social networking site Twitter to “tweet” in 140 characters or less
either a “Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip“- or “Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry“
each non-weekend, non-holiday weekday.
The former is concise and helpful guidance or advice.
The latter is designed to spur other professional drivers to either answer a question regarding a tip or possibly provide a
Our Twitter account is: TruckersSavings.
Please see our lists from 2011, 2012, and part of 2013.
In late 2011, we started sending these short money saving tips and money saving inquiries for truck drivers through our Facebook account.
Please note that since this list was published, we have changed our website platform, meaning that because original Bitl.ly links no longer work, they have been removed.
Below, you will see the “tweet a day” from 2010 in reverse chronological order.
Tweets from 2010 for the fourth week of December:
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| 2010.12.31 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tips: Think ahead to tax time. Unless you’ve already started, you may want to start compiling tax materials now. |
| 2010.12.30 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: What frugal trucking New Year’s savings or budgeting goals do you have for 2011? |
| 2010.12.29 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tips: Diesel-powered APUs do not rely on battery charge like battery-powered climate control devices do. |
| 2010.12.28 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Use mittens instead of gloves to keep your hands warm in the winter? Where do you buy adult-sized ones? |
| 2010.12.27 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tips: Wear appropriate winter clothing in layers to prevent frostbite, especially on extremities. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the third week of December:
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| 2010.12.24 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tips: Beware dangers of entering and exiting your truck in bad weather. Use safety precautions to avoid falls. |
| 2010.12.23 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: What frugal preparations should truckers make in case they have to shut down due to winter weather? |
| 2010.12.22 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tips: Some retailers allow customers to purchase online gift certificates/cards. Know restrictions ahead of time. |
| 2010.12.21 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Running electrically-powered Christmas lights on your truck? How do you keep your batteries charged? |
| 2010.12.20 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tips: If you place Christmas decorations on your truck’s grill, make sure they don’t pose visibility problems. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the second week of December:
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| 2010.12.17 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tips: Some truck Christmas decorations can be frugal, like a big red bow purchased from a dollar store. |
| 2010.12.16 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Do you carry any kind of candle with you for emergency heat in the winter? If so, what kind? |
| 2010.12.15 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tips: Winter driving conditions can be treacherous. Some drivers check state DOTs and Google maps for updates. |
| 2010.12.14 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: What frugal means do you use to keep your diesel from gelling in the winter? |
| 2010.12.13 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tips: Among the basic supplies that you should carry with you in the winter are emergency food rations and water. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the first full week in December:
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| 2010.12.10 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Use mobile broadband a lot? Beware that some plans can have steep overage charges for exceeding data limits. |
| 2010.12.09 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Which truck heating device works best: generator, Espar, Webasto, APU? Review: |
| 2010.12.08 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: If you use a battery-operated flashlight, replace batteries as needed. Keep spares on hand just in case. |
| 2010.12.07 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Do you carry kitty litter with you to put under your truck’s tires in case you get stuck in snow or ice? |
| 2010.12.06 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Carefully evaluate every charity before donating. How much money goes to program goals vs. pro fundraisers? |
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Besides these tweets from 2010, to receive each tip and inquiry tweet as it is sent, follow us on our Twitter account.
Tweets from 2010 for the week spanning November and December:
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| 2010.12.03 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Evaluate your truck’s first aid kit to see if items need replacing, especially expired or used items. |
| 2010.12.02 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tips: How are you planning to save money on Christmas gifts for your family from the road? Do you buy gift cards? |
| 2010.12.01 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Short on time? Warm up a nutritious one-pot meal in a hot pot. Soup or stew are possible options. |
| 2010.11.30 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tips: Which tractor trailer snow chains or cables work the best for good traction? Review: |
| 2010.11.29 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: To help you block out noise so you can get a good night’s sleep, consider wearing good quality ear plugs. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the fourth week in November:
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| 2010.11.26 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Controlling your food portions is a technique that can help you with your food costs and weight management. |
| 2010.11.25 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Ever unloaded your truck into a one-way rental vehicle? How did you save money on the rental? |
| 2010.11.24 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: You can cook Thanksgiving dinner right in your truck with a little advanced planning. |
| 2010.11.23 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: How do you manage to get home on a regular basis to take care of bills without losing money? |
| 2010.11.22 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: A budget is a spending guide. It can help you know if you are staying on track with your financial goals. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the third week in November:
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| 2010.11.19 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Some commercial dryers are set to run a full cycle worth of drying, whether you need it or not. Shop around. |
| 2010.11.18 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Have you ever gotten a ticket for parking your truck on a ramp? Where? What did you do about it? |
| 2010.11.17 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Fresh fruit should be eaten in a timely manner or preserved to prevent it from spoiling and going to waste. |
| 2010.11.16 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Tried a cigarette style 12-volt inverter? How did it work for you? Review it: |
| 2010.11.15 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Freeze dried food has a longer shelf life than other food types. Having a few pouches can help in a pinch. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the second week in November:
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| 2010.11.12 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: A white noise machine can help users sleep more soundly. Some machines can generate different sounds. |
| 2010.11.11 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Which is the best in-truck coffee maker? Review it online: |
| 2010.11.10 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Brace any crock pot you use to cook food while you’re traveling to prevent tip-overs on turns and stops. |
| 2010.11.09 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Which spare parts do you routinely carry in your truck as replacements? |
| 2010.11.08 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Use only oversized washing machines to clean sleeping bags used as bedding in trucks. Costs may vary. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the first week of November:
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| 2010.11.05 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: If you don’t already have one, strongly consider having an emergency fund to tide you over when you need it. |
| 2010.11.04 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: How do you prevent your diesel from gelling in the winter? Do you have to idle to do so? |
| 2010.11.03 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Beware: the highest priced snacks are individually wrapped and sold at convenience stores and truck stops. |
| 2010.11.02 scheduled but not posted |
Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Which protein or fiber bar gives you the best value for the money? Review it: |
| 2010.11.01 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Where possible, reduce out-of-route miles to save fuel. However, the shortest route may not be the best. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the fourth and last week in October:
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| 2010.10.29 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Maintaining a professional appearance can have an indirect positive impact on your success in trucking. |
| 2010.10.28 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Tried thermoelectric coolers? Work well for you? Which ones? Submit a review: |
| 2010.10.27 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Having a series of financial goals, from small to large, can help you stay on track regarding saving money. |
| 2010.10.26 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Do you generally take or avoid so-called “express lanes” to help you travel faster? Where are they? |
| 2010.10.25 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Reduce air resistance by reducing the gap between your tractor and trailer. Side air fairings can help. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the third full week in October:
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| 2010.10.22 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Some compact refrigerators are not designed to withstand the constant vibration of travel. Buy carefully. |
| 2010.10.21 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Which times of the day have you found help you get through congested areas faster? |
| 2010.10.20 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: An aluminum forms holder can help you keep all your bills of lading and paperwork neat, clean & organized. |
| 2010.10.19 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Which routes have you found that help you save time if not actual miles in getting to your destination? |
| 2010.10.18 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: To run a battery-powered climate control unit, your truck’s batteries must be fully charged. Watch idling. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the second full week in October:
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| 2010.10.15 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: When faced with benefits enrollment, always do the math to see if you can find better options. |
| 2010.10.14 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Van and reefer drivers, what kind of locks do you put on your trailer to protect your freight? |
| 2010.10.13 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Swap out wearing pairs of shoes to reduce the build-up of microorganisms and potential foot infections. |
| 2010.10.12 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Need to get body work done on your truck? How do you get good quality for the least money? |
| 2010.10.11 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Keep your permits book up-to-date. Don’t get caught with expired insurance card or permits. Could be costly! |
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Tweets from 2010 for the first full week in October:
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| 2010.10.08 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Avoid each and every opportunity for road rage. Give extra space, take a deep breath, count to ten, etc. |
| 2010.10.07 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: How do you ensure your truck’s security when you’re away from it, both on the road or at home? |
| 2010.10.06 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Depending on usage, wires on wired cell phone booms can break easily. Evaluate your needs before you buy. |
| 2010.10.05 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: What is your greatest expense when moving from truck to truck and how can you reduce that? |
| 2010.10.04 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: You can do a limited number of exercises while sitting in the driver’s seat of a truck. |
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Besides these tweets from 2010, to receive each tip and inquiry tweet as it is sent, follow us on our Twitter account.
Tweets from 2010 for the week spanning late September/early October 2010:
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| 2010.10.01 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: You can save lots of money by preparing your own meals on the road like soups, stews, sandwiches, etc. |
| 2010.09.30 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Do you know of any truck-friendly, money-saving laundromats? If so, where are they? |
| 2010.09.29 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Consider using devices that enhance truck aerodynamics like side skirts and wheel covers. |
| 2010.09.28 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: How does your trucking company handle benefits enrollment? Are you automatically opted in? |
| 2010.09.27 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Avoid being stranded by a laptop hard drive crash. Regularly back-up critical data outside the computer. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the third full week of September 2010:
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| 2010.09.24 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Shower where there’s no/very little mold or mildew. Read/write truck stop reviews: |
| 2010.09.23 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Have you ever received a fine/ticket for using your hand-held cell phone to make/receive a call? Where? |
| 2010.09.22 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Extendable visors can block the sun in places non-extendable ones can’t. Read more: |
| 2010.09.21 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Have you ever had a leak inside your truck due to a bad/loose seam? How’d you fix it inexpensively? |
| 2010.09.20 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Benefits enrollers may be trained to upsell you on coverage. Study options yourself. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the second full week of September 2010:
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| 2010.09.17 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Think now about the upcoming winter driving season and start investing in appropriate preparedness gear. |
| 2010.09.16 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Have you ever gotten caught driving on a “no trucks” route? How costly was it? What did you do? |
| 2010.09.15 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Find yourself yawning all day? Determine and fix cause(s): diet, sleep apnea, sleeping conditions, etc. |
| 2010.09.14 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Has your truck’s engine fan ever run continuously? What was the problem & solution? |
| 2010.09.13 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Inspect your brakes before each trip. Adjust them if necessary. Eliminate brake-related accidents. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the first full week of September 2010:
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| 2010.09.10 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Restaurants often charge $1 or more for coffee, tea or soda. Consider drinking water with your meal. |
| 2010.09.09 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Ever had a preventable accident in a commercial motor vehicle? What would you do differently next time? |
| 2010.09.08 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: For best fuel economy, keep your truck’s tires inflated to the recommended pressure. |
| 2010.09.07 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Ever needed to see a chiropractor away from home? How did you find one? Was treatment cost-effective? |
| 2010.09.06 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: You can save fuel by idling less. Turn off your truck whenever you can to save fuel and engine wear. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the week spanning late August/early September 2010:
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| 2010.09.03 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Compile important contact info. Keep one copy w/you; give another to someone you trust in case of emergency. |
| 2010.09.02 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Have you ever fought a fine you thought was unjustified? How did you fight it? |
| 2010.09.01 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Some cell phone headsets generate significant amounts of radiation. Consider limiting your exposure. |
| 2010.08.31 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Ever tried a cigarette alternative product? How would you rate or review it? |
| 2010.08.30 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Document events like “arrived at shipper” via QualComm to create a digital paper trail for your protection. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the fourth full week of August 2010:
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| 2010.08.27 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Your accident preparedness kit should include a camera on which you can take photos of the accident scene. |
| 2010.08.26 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Owner-operators, do you use a national tire account? How much money do you save per tire by using it? |
| 2010.08.25 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Consider replacing fatty foods in your diet with more nutritious choices. Your body will thank you. |
| 2010.08.24 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Have an OOIDA membership? How much money do you save by being a member? On what products or services? |
| 2010.08.23 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Certain products help repel rainwater on windshields, improving driver visibility. Consider using them. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the third full week of August 2010:
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| 2010.08.20 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Load locks, straps or chains can help you secure your loads and avoid damage to the freight you’re hauling. |
| 2010.08.19 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Have you ever used a Burton product to save money? Which one? Review it online: |
| 2010.08.18 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Setting up lists of mutual expectations between student drivers and driver trainers help both |
| 2010.08.17 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Flat bed drivers, how often do you have to repair your tarp? How do you save money on tarp repair? |
| 2010.08.16 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Legal service plans differ. Learn the difference between them to get the most benefit for the least cost. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the second full week of August 2010:
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| 2010.08.13 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Like chrome? Watch the chain truck stops for discounts or get it for free with your driver reward points. |
| 2010.08.12 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Which disposable camera best documents truck accident damage for the money? |
| 2010.08.11 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Quitting tobacco use can help improve your health and save you money. How much money? |
| 2010.08.10 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Do Heater Meals taste good and save you money vs. restaurant meals? Submit review: |
| 2010.08.09 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Mobile broadband accounts may provide users a monthly maximum data transfer. Optimize your usage. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the first full week of August 2010:
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| 2010.08.06 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Per-minute cell phone plan overage costs can be steep. Optimize your usage with available plan options. |
| 2010.08.05 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: If you have a satellite communications device on your truck, how do you feel it saves you time or money? |
| 2010.08.04 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Polarized sunglasses reduce glare that can hinder vision. Wearing a pair in sunny weather can help a lot. |
| 2010.08.03 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: How do you keep perishable foods cold in your truck: fridge, ice chest or thermoelectric cooler? |
| 2010.08.02 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: To avoid rear-end accidents, maintain total stopping distance between you and the vehicle in front of you. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the fourth full week of July 2010:
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| 2010.07.30 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: A health insurance broker can help you shop for competitive, customized plans across companies. |
| 2010.07.29 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Use E-ZPass? How much money would you say you save by not having to stop at toll booths? #trucker |
| 2010.07.28 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Save time and money: crock pots let you cook foods at low temps while you drive. |
| 2010.07.27 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Which items have you found priced competitively at a truck stop compared to a retail store? #trucker |
| 2010.07.26 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Regularly check your tires for signs of wear and damage. Don’t risk a blow-out just to get a few more miles. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the third full week of July 2010:
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| 2010.07.23 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Enjoy audio books? Return rentals before they are due. Also, check out your local library for selections. |
| 2010.07.22 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: What’s your personal frugal in-truck bedding choice: bed sheets or a sleeping bag? |
| 2010.07.21 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Some drivers charge or run many AC-powered devices via battery-connected inverters. |
| 2010.07.20 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Use a crock pot to cook in-truck meals? How much money do you save? |
| 2010.07.19 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Thinking of becoming a truck driver? Get an overview of the job and requirements free: |
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Tweets from 2010 for the second full week of July 2010:
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| 2010.07.16 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Some grocery stores have $0.37/gallon drinking water refill machines. Compare that with truck stop prices. |
| 2010.07.15 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Owner operators, which accounting software do you think saves you the most time and money? |
| 2010.07.14 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: A small portable toilet is handy in numerous ways in a truck, especially when there’s… |
| 2010.07.13 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: What one financial warning would you give to truck driver training school students? |
| 2010.07.12 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: The shortest truck route may not save you time or money. Compare the terrain, stops and traffic first. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the first full week of July 2010:
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| 2010.07.09 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Suspect you have sleep apnea? See if your trucking company will pay for a sleep study, CPAP machine or both. |
| 2010.07.08 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Which 12-volt cooking appliances do you use in your truck? How well do they help you save money? |
| 2010.07.07 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Can’t remember the last mile marker? Consider taking a 15-30 minute power nap to avoid a costly accident. |
| 2010.07.06 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: How do you save money on your cell phone bill on the road? |
| 2010.07.05 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Rely on a motor carrier road atlas? A laminated large-scale version may be a better long-term investment. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the last partial week of June 2010/first partial week of July 2010:
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| 2010.07.02 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Maximize use of free products & services during your hotel stay. Ex.: Do they offer a full free breakfast? |
| 2010.07.01 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Have a pet in your truck? How do you save money on the road on your pet (dog, cat, etc.)? |
| 2010.06.30 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Paying a ticket means you admit you’re guilty. Fighting it can help you keep your driving record clean. |
| 2010.06.29 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: With hot weather and road temps, how do you work to keep your tires from failing or blowing out? |
| 2010.06.28 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Save money on showers by purchasing at least the minimum amount of fuel required to get one for free. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the fourth week of June 2010:
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| 2010.06.25 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Some drivers use CB radios for advice on alternative routes when an accident blocks traffic on a main route. |
| 2010.06.24 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Christmas is just over 6 months away. Have you started budgeting for purchases so you don’t overspend? |
| 2010.06.23 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: To help reduce overhead expenses, check to see if work needed on your truck is covered under a warranty. |
| 2010.06.22 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: What do you use to get hard-to-remove grease out of clothing so that you don’t have to throw it out? |
| 2010.06.21 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Is your A/C getting warm? Check your condenser coils for leaks first, then coolant, then your compressor. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the third week of June 2010:
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| 2010.06.18 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: To avoid costly backing errors, GOAL (Get Out and Look) as often as necessary. |
| 2010.06.17 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: How do you save money on tools for your truck? Share your ideas and tips here: |
| 2010.06.16 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Some professional drivers get better tractor pulling power by using their trucks’ cruise control function. |
| 2010.06.15 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Ever had a lease purchase truck & regretted it financially? How? Submit review: http://b” “it.ly/67NP4K |
| 2010.06.14 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: A budget is a spending guide to help you plan. Make it realistic and flexible. |
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Tweets from 2010 for second week of June 2010:
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| 2010.06.11 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Daily or weekly record keeping is much better than monthly. For more tips, see: |
| 2010.06.10 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Ever needed professional dental care away from home? How did you get it? Was it cost-effective? |
| 2010.06.09 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Thinking of changing cell phone carriers? Be aware of early termination fees in your contract’s fine print. |
| 2010.06.08 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Ever let your spouse/significant other ride with you to save money? How did it work for you? |
| 2010.06.07 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Buying a compact refrigerator for your truck? Ensure it can withstand road vibrations. |
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Tweets from 2010 for first week of June 2010:
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| 2010.06.04 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Carry drinking water in your truck? To save money, try to refill your jugs from a water fountain. |
| 2010.06.03 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Truckers, how do you take care of cutting your hair on the road, especially if you want to save money? |
| 2010.06.02 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Using an ice chest to keep food cold? You must continually add ice & remove water. Consider your options. |
| 2010.06.01 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Use window screens on your truck? Work as advertised? Are they sturdy? How would you grade them? |
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Tweets from 2010 for fourth week of May 2010:
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| 2010.05.28 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Considering truck driver training school? Ensure quality classroom and range times. |
| 2010.05.27 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Have you ever made a financial mistake by changing carriers? If so, what was it? #trucking #trucker |
| 2010.05.26 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Document arrival times at shipper & receiver for any wait time pay you’re entitled to. |
| 2010.05.25 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: How much money do you spend on “fast food”? Are other alternatives a better value all around? |
| 2010.05.24 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Hesitating to sign a years-long contract for cell phone service? A pay-as-you-go service might work for you. |
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Tweets from 2010 for third week of May 2010:
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| 2010.05.21 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Before getting Internet access, consider your needs. Are you a regular or casual user? Then decide. |
| 2010.05.20 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: As a trucker, have you ever given up a home to save money? How much did you save? |
| 2010.05.19 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Evaluate the health advantages and disadvantages of taking vaccines. Alternatives may be better for you. |
| 2010.05.18 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Ever been at fault in an accident in a truck stop? What would you do differently? |
| 2010.05.17 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Crock pots can slow cook meats like turkey and ham. Save on the cost of your meals. |
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Tweets from 2010 for second week of May 2010:
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| 2010.05.14 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Beware of fine print fees associated with some gift cards, especially from third-party card services. |
| 2010.05.13 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Have you ever paid to park your big rig? Did you feel as though the money was well spent? |
| 2010.05.12 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Thermoelectric coolers are not the same as refrigerators. Know the difference before you buy one. |
| 2010.05.11 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Team drivers: Ever gone to work for a trucking company because of the sign-on bonus? Was it worth it? |
| 2010.05.10 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: To help keep your teeth in good shape, brush after every meal and snack. Also, floss daily. |
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Tweets from 2010 for first week of May 2010:
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| 2010.05.07 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Some people like hot pots with a non-stick coating for easier and faster cleaning. |
| 2010.05.06 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Besides our tips, how do you save money when laundering your clothes on the road? |
| 2010.05.05 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Always tired? Need a nap? Be safe. Consider undergoing a sleep study to diagnose potential sleep apnea. |
| 2010.05.04 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Which truck stop restaurant offers the best food for the money? Submit review: |
| 2010.05.03 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Regular exercise can help you save money in the long run. Why not walk 2x around the lot each day or night? |
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Tweets from 2010 for last week of April 2010:
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| 2010.04.30 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Clean fresh drinking water is the best beverage you can consume for many reasons. |
| 2010.04.29 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: How do you keep lines of communication with your family open but frugal while you’re away from home? |
| 2010.04.28 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: You can save fuel by slowing down for a “stale” red light, not having to completely stop and then start up. |
| 2010.04.27 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Ever been broken down on the side of the road? If it was possible, how could you have avoided it? |
| 2010.04.26 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: To maximize your time, take foods with varying preps time with you to eat on the road. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the third week of April 2010:
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| 2010.04.23 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Free parking isn’t free if you get a fine. To help prevent this, don’t park in posted “No Parking” zones. |
| 2010.04.22 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Which product(s) do you use to stay awake late at night? Submit a product review: |
| 2010.04.21 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Driver trainers are paid to teach trucking success. Make sure yours teaches you what you need to know. |
| 2010.04.20 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Ever teamed up with another driver who didn’t pull his or her weight, and it cost you big bucks? How? |
| 2010.04.19 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Consider the pros and cons of a hand crank flashlight, which can run even after battery/charge failure. |
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Tweets from 2010 for the second week of April 2010:
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| 2010.04.16 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: When you buy a used truck, be aware that the business that traded it in may have put older tires on it. |
| 2010.04.15 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Owner operator or lease purchase set up: which is the better deal and why? |
| 2010.04.14 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: If you haven’t already done so, file your 2009 income taxes by April 15 so that you don’t get penalized. |
| 2010.04.13 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: How many miles do you put on your tractor before you need to get it serviced? |
| 2010.04.12 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: To lower your laundry costs, take advantage of using free washers and dryers at your company’s terminal(s). |
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Tweets from 2010 for first full week of April 2010:
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| 2010.04.09 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Carry a toolkit with basic tools & equipment to help you be prepared for times of need. |
| 2010.04.08 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: How do you store fresh vegetables in your truck to keep them from going bad before you eat them? |
| 2010.04.07 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Before you buy: window screens help keep flying bugs out of your truck, but can’t keep out noise or smells. |
| 2010.04.06 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Have you used the tobacco alternative called NJOY? Submit a product review: |
| 2010.04.05 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Caffeine is a stimulant that can make you jittery. If you need an energy boost, consider natural products. |
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Tweets from 2010 for last part of March and first part of April 2010:
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| 2010.04.02 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: The actions you take in your truck can affect your personal auto insurance. Review your policy regularly. |
| 2010.04.01 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Do you know how much money do you spend on cigarettes or other tobacco products? |
| 2010.03.31 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Beware of fees associated with watching TV, such as pay-per-view movies when you stay in a hotel overnight. |
| 2010.03.30 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: How do you store fresh fruits in your truck to keep them from going bad before you eat them? |
| 2010.03.29 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Got a moving violation ticket while driving your truck? The right legal services plan can help you fight it. |
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Tweets from 2010 for March 2010 (fourth week):
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| 2010.03.26 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Using a truck-friendly alternative route can help you stay rolling when traffic blocks the main route. |
| 2010.03.25 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Which less expensive, inferior truck part did you ever buy that you had to replace? |
| 2010.03.24 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: A good degreaser/hand cleaner can help remove grease and oils from clothing when it is washed. |
| 2010.03.23 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: How do trucks in the northeast remove snow and ice from the tops of their trucks to avoid getting fines? |
| 2010.03.22 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Georgia prohibits parking on interstate ramp shoulders. Doing so anyway could precipitate a ticket/fine. |
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Tweets from 2010 for March 2010 (third week):
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| 2010.03.19 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Save your time and money by not becoming a truck driver if you think that it’s all fun or an easy job. |
| 2010.03.18 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: How do truckers maintain good dental hygiene? Do you brush teeth at least 1x daily? |
| 2010.03.17 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Does your GPS routing conflict with physical signs? Know all route restrictions to avoid fines & accidents. |
| 2010.03.16 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Which is the better value: a free load board or one you pay for? Submit review: |
| 2010.03.15 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Free parking isn’t free if your truck gets damaged. Consider carefully where you park your rig overnight. |
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Tweets from 2010 for March 2010 (second week):
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| 2010.03.12 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Cable ties can keep container chassis tie downs from shifting loose during transit. |
| 2010.03.11 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: What one product for your truck would you say has saved you the most money? |
| 2010.03.10 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: To prevent being arrested, having your truck seized and losing your job for smuggling, never smuggle drugs. |
| 2010.03.09 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Hit by truck ferry rate increase? Share your $ saving idea: |
| 2010.03.08 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Double-check for low clearances along your route in your map book. Don’t risk an expensive “under blunder.” |
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Tweets from 2010 for March 2010 (first week):
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| 2010.03.05 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: See the pros and cons of using both sleeping bags and bed sheets in a truck online: |
| 2010.03.04 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Pull doubles or triples? How do you prevent pigtail theft? Submit comments: #trucks |
| 2010.03.03 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Trucking company recruiters sometimes exaggerate benefits. Ask questions like these: |
| 2010.03.02 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Do you rely on polarized sunglasses to cut glare? Are they on your packing list? |
| 2010.03.01 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Getting exercise, such as walking, every day can help you stay sharp mentally, helping you avoid accidents. |
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Tweets from 2010 for February 2010 (last week):
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| 2010.02.26 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Tweeting that you’re out of your truck could invite freight theft. Extrapolate idea: |
| 2010.02.25 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Use satellite radio in your truck? How would you grade it? Submit a product review: |
| 2010.02.24 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Pay off trucking school federal student loans ASAP to save money on interest. #trucking |
| 2010.02.23 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Have you ever smelled diesel exhaust coming through your air vents? What was the problem? |
| 2010.02.22 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Some banks allow users to have free checking as long as they have direct deposit. |
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Tweets from 2010 for February 2010 (third week):
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| 2010.02.19 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Idling laws and fines can cost you money. Stay informed by viewing ATRI’s updates. [link removed] |
| 2010.02.18 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Do you stay continually informed about the fines and exemptions by state for idling? |
| 2010.02.17 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: It is better to file a receipt that you might need later and don’t, than to need it later and not have it. |
| 2010.02.16 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Do you use a 12-volt cooking appliance in your truck? You can review it online: |
| 2010.02.15 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Involved in an accident/incident? Not your fault? Lots of photos from different angles can help prove it. |
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Tweets from 2010 for February 2010 (first two weeks):
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| 2010.02.12 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Having good reliable truck parts is critical to driving. Review a truck part online: |
| 2010.02.11 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Which do you prefer to prevent your trailer from being moved: a king pin lock or glad hand lock? Why? |
| 2010.02.10 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Scaling loads to make sure no axles are overweight prevents overweight fines. |
| 2010.02.09 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Do you use an insurance broker to help you find the best health, life or other insurance? |
| 2010.02.08 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: To keep from paying interest, charge no more to any credit card than you have funds to pay it off. |
| 2010.02.05 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: If you drink sodas and soft drinks, consider replacing them with water. Help your health and save money. |
| 2010.02.04 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: If you have an inverter in your truck, how do you use it to save money? |
| 2010.02.03 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Good driver-trucking company matches save money. Make big rig, freight and traffic lane choices carefully. |
| 2010.02.02 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: Ever received an overweight fine because of your tractor trailer’s APU weight? |
| 2010.02.01 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Theft is on the rise. Secure your tractor, trailer and load against potential theft. |
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Tweets from 2010 for January 2010:
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| 2010.01.29 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: How do you regularly check your tires for proper inflation? By hand/foot? Tire thumper? Pressure gauge? |
| 2010.01.28 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: To help avoid potentially costly or deadly accidents, work to eliminate distractions in your cab. |
| 2010.01.27 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Inquiry: What is the single most important preventive maintenance task you do on your truck? |
| 2010.01.26 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Don’t text while driving a commercial motor vehicle. Civil/criminal penalties up to $2750 could soon apply. |
| 2010.01.25 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Consider the pros and cons of light bulb vs. LED illuminated flashlights before you buy one. |
| 2010.01.22 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Never lie or exaggerate on your trucking company driver application. It could cost you a job, now or later. |
| 2010.01.21 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Lunch meals are often less expensive at restaurants than dinner meals, even the buffets. |
| 2010.01.20 | Truck Drivers Money Saving Tip: Be aware of the calling area for your cell phone, especially if it costs more to call in “roaming” areas. |
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