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Trucker Spotlight - Kristy Mathews <em>The Trucker Spotlight series explores the lives of truckers and their journey to make a difference in their industry. We interview different truck drivers to understand some life lessons that make them who they are today. We also learn more about their motivations, and the problems that they encounter on the job. We also tackle how Trucker Path's solutions helped them with what they do. The information that they provide helps inform other people who are looking to delve into the trucking world.</em>
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Today we are putting the spotlight on <strong>Kristy Mathews</strong>, who's one of the three recently crowned Queens of the Road by <a href="http://www.realwomenintrucking.com/">Real Women In Trucking</a>. She's a 36yr-old, born and raised Minnesotan trucking influencer, who isn't scared to take on any job. Big or small she's done it all. Let's get to know more about Kristy and how it's like to be Queen of the road.
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<h3><strong>What made you decide to be a trucker?</strong></h3>
I always had a fascination with the big trucks and machinery we used in the family companies. From the 1st time I got to ride in the truck, I knew that's what i wanted to.
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<h3><strong>What were some challenges that you faced when you started out trucking? </strong></h3>
When I first started driving, I definitely was looked at like I couldn't do it. I was an 18yr old 90lb woman fresh out of high school, but I showed them I had what it would take.
I've been looked at as an underdog and its a daily reminder of all the things I was told I couldn't do and I've prevailed through thick and thin. This is my dream and I'll do whatever it takes to succeed. Especially if it's empowering more women to do something they thought they could never do. Positive vibes and strides to the ultimate goal.
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<h3><strong>In the years that you've been driving, what are the significant changes that you've noticed in the trucking industry?</strong></h3>
Biggest noticeable changes I've noticed in the industry is lack of common sense and respect for others. We are all in this together like a family once upon a time and now it's all about your 15 seconds of fame on bashing others. I hate what its come to and I always try to instill that brotherhood/sisterhood as much as possible. We need that back, we need to have each other's back.
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<h3><strong>Any times when you get lonely while driving? How do you deal with it?</strong></h3>
I don't have times of loneliness because I'm an introvert. I love the isolation in my truck and all the time to myself. That's also how I think of my next big move in life.
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<h3><strong>What are your trucking pet peeves</strong></h3>
I have a lot of trucking peeves but I would like to think of the positives and not get set back by something I can't change.
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<h3><strong> Being Queen of the Road, how would you want to change or improve on the current situation of the trucking industry?</strong></h3>
If I could change or improve current situations in the industry, it would have to be getting our voices heard across the board from big things like rules regulations and HOS, to increasing truck parking so drivers can have a restful sleep and safe havens.
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<h3><strong>What keeps you busy nowadays? How did the current Covid-19 situation affect your trucking life?</strong></h3>
Work keeps me plenty busy. I work hard so I can play harder. I love taking vacations. It is something I never grew up doing with my family so now I'm living my best life.
Covid-19 hasn't really affected me all that much. I've been to every hot spot delivering medical supplies. If anything, it was humbling in the beginning knowing I'm doing something to help and these loads were needed, but it's honestly no different than any other day.
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<h3><strong>What are your future career plans? Would you continue to be a trucker? Any plans on being an instructor?</strong></h3>
Looking into my future, it's my goal to get my non-profit initiative started. Breast cancer screening is a big deal (has deep meaning to me) and I want to be able to help females in the trucking industry get the screenings they need more conveniently, more affordable options for preventative care, mastectomies, and down time since we all know if the wheels aren't turning you ain't earning. Also part of it, I'd like to help females wanting to come into the industry with grants to get them schooling they need to succeed, and graduating high school students scholarships to anyone wanting to go into the medical field. I have some big dreams and goals I plan to achieve.
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<h3><strong>Favorite truck model?</strong></h3>
I'd love to own, restore, and drive a 1957 Mack B61 twin stick. If i had time and a lot of extra money, that would be my dream right there.
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<h3><strong>What are your must haves or the things that you bring with you when on the road?</strong></h3>
My best must haves are an atlas, <a href="http://www.truckerpath.com">Trucker Path app</a>, and my phone. I like to keep it simple.
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<h3><strong>What are some tips that you would like to share for aspiring women truckers?</strong></h3>
Women wanting to delve into this industry should not come in with an "I am woman hear me roar" BS attitude. We are all in this together, doing this together. The best way to succeed is to be humble, strong, thick skinned, and help others asking for help.
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<em>Got a cool story to share? Send us message at community@truckerpath.com to be featured!</em>
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<h4>By Aldous Aldwin</h4>
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Worst Bridges in America
[p]According to the American Road and Transportation Builders Association, nearly 60,000 bridges in America are considered to be deficient. These deficient bridges are in desperate need of repairs and make our roads unsafe for truck drivers. Here is where the worst bridges in America are located.[/p]
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[p]The safety of truck drivers is of the utmost importance and this alarming amount of bridges that are not adequate to support the weight of a commercial truck or big rig is unacceptable.[/p]
[h2]States with the Worst Bridges in America[/h2]
[p]The worst bridges in America can be a safety hazard for truck drivers with loads easily weighing over 50,000 pounds. Here are the states with the worst bridges in America, based on the total inventory of bridges deemed to be deficient.[/p]
[p]Seven of the Top 10 states deemed to have the worst bridges in America are located in the Midwest. Be sure to use Trucker Path and plan your trip ahead of time to save yourself from a potential disaster.[/p]
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[li]Iowa[/li]
[li]Pennsylvania[/li]
[li]Oklahoma[/li]
[li]Missouri[/li]
[li]Nebraska[/li]
[li]Illinois[/li]
[li]Kansas[/li]
[li]Mississippi[/li]
[li]Ohio[/li]
[li]New York[/li]
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[p] Learn how you can search for freight and find truck loads using free load boards like Truckloads, limiting your empty miles and expanding your earnings. [/p]
[h2] Find Truck Loads [/h2]
[p] If you're an owner operator or have <a href="https://truckerpath.com/blog/trucking-authority/">your own trucking authority </a> your success hinges on your ability to find truck loads. Some truck drivers have dispatchers or work for companies that help them find truck loads but if you run your own trucking company you need to find truck loads and you need to find them quickly. So what's the solution to find truck loads? Load boards.[/p]
[h2] Load Boards [/h2]
[p] To find truck loads your best resource is a load board. Load boards are marketplaces where freight brokers post available truck loads for carriers to haul. New loads are posted daily so the potential to find one for you is always within reach. Load boards allow you to find truck loads anywhere, anytime. [/p]
[h2] The Best Load Board - Truckloads [/h2]
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[p] The best things in life are free and so is the best load board. <a href="https://truckerpath.com/truckloads/free-load-board?utm_source=blog&utm_medium=findtruckloads"><em>Trucker Path <strong>Truckloads</strong></em> is a free load board </a>available on the web or mobile devices which connects you with over three million monthly loads and access to unlimited premium loads with just a few clicks. [/p]
[p] On the go? No problem! Truckloads is the highest rated mobile load board app both Google Play and the App Store. The interface is easy to follow and you decide your search criteria to find loads that are the best match for you. [/p]
[p]<strong>Check out the Truckloads app demo below.</strong>[/p]
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[p] On your way to drop off a load and need to find a truck load near your drop off location? [/p]
[p]Done! Now you can find loads anywhere and minimize your empty driving to earn even more. [/p]
[p] Prefer using Truckloads to find freight online? No problem! We offer a great web version of Truckloads that works just like our mobile app for you to find truck loads. [/p]
<strong>[p]Check out the demo of Truckloads web version below. [/p]</strong>
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<strong>[p] Choose from over 11 different <a href="https://truckerpath.com/blog/truck-freight/">trailer equipment types</a> including:[/p]</strong>
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[li] Reefer Truck Loads [/li]
[li] Step Deck and Flatbed Loads [/li]
[li] Dry Van Loads [/li]
[li] Dump Trailer Loads and More! [/li]
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[p] Determine your pick up/drop off location, dates, truck load weight and even choose your <a href="https://truckerpath.com/blog/what-is-deadhead/">maximum deadhead</a>. Then search through your matches and when you find a truck load you like, call the broker right from the app to book it. You can even view the broker's credit score and days to pay. [/p]
[h2] Truckloads is a FREE Load Board [/h2]
[p]We figured we would save the best for last. <strong>Truckloads is a free load board</strong> for carriers to find truck loads. Search over three million monthly loads posted by over 700 freight brokers with new loads added every minute. [/p]
[p] Now you can find truck loads to match your needs. It's the way finding truck loads should be. <strong>Accommodating, affordable and accessible</strong>. [/p]