Drivers tips and tricks
Our UD tips and tricks community will help you learn the best tricks, tips and life hacks needed when you are out on the roads!
Tips for staying hydrated and energized on the road
Staying hydrated is key to keeping alert on the road. Drinking water can become monotonous, and drinking branded energy drinks is expensive and not necessarily good for our bodies considering how much caffeine and sugar they might contain. For all the UD truck drivers, we prepared some quick and easy recipes for your homemade energy drinks that you can enjoy at home or on the road.
Read our tip on staying hydrated on the road
Tips and tricks to make your truck more comfortable during long journeys
The truck is both your home and “office” when you are on the road. It’s where you work and also take a rest. Some UD truck drivers have come up with creative tips and tricks to make their trip more comfortable. Pick what you like and try it.
Read our tip on how to make your cab more comfortable
On-the-road exercises
Long days of driving can leave your body feeling tired, numb and stiff and the pressure of deadlines often means that finding time to hit the gym or go for a walk can be difficult. UD Trucks gathered a selection of exercises to get your blood flowing and work your joints and muscles, all of which can be performed without having to leave your cab.
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Dental emergencies on the road
A UD truck driver once had a dental emergency on the road; this has inspired us to share with you some tips to alleviate your pain until your next dentist appointment.
Tips for keeping your truck cab tidy
A tidy cab, a clear mind! Working in a clutter-free zone brings more focus and calm as you have less visual distractions. Here are seven tips from UD Trucks to help you keep your can tidy. Happy trucking!
Read our tip on how to keep a cab tidy
Eating healthy on the road
Being on the road, day and night, is what defines most truck drivers. Because of the little time set aside for eating, they usually go for an easy grab, which after a while, takes a toll on their health, body and mind and contributes to stress, sleep disorder and fatigue.
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How to keep your eyes safely focused on the road
UD Trucks not only endeavors to ensure the security and maneuverability at the technical level, but cares for the driving safety of drivers, especially in the matter of vision. During long drives your eyes can become strained, decreasing the accuracy of your vision and your vigilance. UD Trucks highly recommends these short exercises inspired from Chinese traditional medicine, you’ll be able to relax and refresh your eyes to ensure optimum vision during long days or nights on the road.
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Fuel-efficient driving
Did you know there are certain techniques you can adopt very easily that – when added together – could help you economize up to 30% in fuel consumption? UD Trucks is currently developing driver-training courses in order to help improve your fuel economy - Until then, try to follow these few simple steps.
Read our fuel efficiency tips and tricks