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Due to the pandemic known as COVID-19, hundreds of businesses were forced to close their doors as states began to issue stay-at-home orders all over America. Restaurants, theaters, and gyms were among those that had to close, while others were classi ed as essential and were allowed to remain open. Among those industries classi ed as essential, trucking has proven to be one of the most important. With international exports coming to a standstill, the saying, “Truckers are America’s backbone” takes on more meaning now than ever before. There have been many trucking companies that have stepped up to the plate for their drivers, but this month, we wanted to know what the individuals out there on the road were doing to protect themselves and others. Here are fteen tips straight from truck drivers running freight OTR. “Keep the inside of your truck clean. And limit contact when possible.” Je rey P. ”Stay in the truck as much as possible.” Julie C.