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National Truck Driver Appreciation Week – Sept. 14-20

by Tiffany Gawrych | Sep 11, 2025 | BLOG, DEDICATED, LESS-THAN-TRUCKLOAD (LTL), OVER THE ROAD (OTR)

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is a chance to honor the dedicated professionals who keep America moving. In 2025, it will take place from September 14 to September 20. This nationwide event recognizes the 3.5 million professional truck drivers who deliver...

Safety is our G.O.A.L.

by Amy Bakken | Jan 9, 2024 | BLOG, CDL TIPS, DEDICATED, LESS-THAN-TRUCKLOAD (LTL), OVER THE ROAD (OTR), SAFETY, Tips

Safety is our G.O.A.L Backing up can be a challenging task for truck drivers due to limited visibility and the potential for blind spots. G.O.A.L. (Get Out And Look) is an effective safety strategy in the trucking industry that can help prevent accidents. The...

Faces of Magnum: Troy Staples

by Amy Bakken | Nov 28, 2023 | BLOG, FACES OF MAGNUM, OVER THE ROAD (OTR)

Faces of Magnum: Troy Staples Driver Manager, Troy approaches every challenge with enthusiasm, actively seeking opportunities to learn from others. With nearly seven months under his belt, he has proven to be an extremely valuable addition to Magnum. Tell me a bit...

Navigating the Road to Mental Wellness

by Amy Bakken | Oct 9, 2023 | BLOG, DEDICATED, OVER THE ROAD (OTR), Tips

Navigating the Road to Mental Wellness The trucking industry is notorious for its long hours, isolation, and the stress of constantly being on the go. Managing your mental health is crucial for your overall well-being and safety on the road. Here are 5 tips to help...

International Road Check: All about ABS and Cargo Securement

by Amy Bakken | May 17, 2023 | BLOG, LESS-THAN-TRUCKLOAD (LTL), OVER THE ROAD (OTR), SAFETY

International Roadcheck is May 16-18, and this year the inspectors will be focusing heavily on Auto Braking Systems (ABS) and Cargo Securement. You might be wondering what the importance of these features are, and we are here to tell you! An anti-lock braking system...

The More You Know: Heat Kings

by Amy Bakken | Dec 20, 2022 | CDL TIPS, DEDICATED, OVER THE ROAD (OTR)

The More You Know: Heat Kings Learn more about what a Heat King does and how we use them here at Magnum. It gets awfully cold during the winter months here in the Midwest. So how exactly do we keep shipments from freezing? Magnum utilizes Thermo King Heat Kings. Heat...