When you’re on the road as often as a trucker, every item you bring has to count. There is limited space in truck cabin, so narrowing down your main essentials should be a top priority.
So what should every trucker have? Here are essential supplies and work related items to keep stocked in your cabin for a smooth ride.
1. First Aid Kit
The first aid kit that addresses various injuries or any emergency that may happen on the road. But If you are driving for a company, most of the time there’s already a first aid kit in the cabin.
A standard first aid kit must include
- Sterile gauze pads and cloth tape
- Antiseptic wipes and wash
- Elastic bandages
- First aid scissors
- Disposable gloves
- Emergency blanket
- Wet towel
- First aid booklet
2. Emergency Kit
Along with the first-aid kit, an emergency kit is one of those truck driver essentials you must have to keep safe. Similar to the first-aid kit, many companies already include an emergency kit
A good emergency kit should include
- Jumper cables
- Flashlight and extra batteries
- Flares
- Survival knife
- Canned food
- Bottled water
- Work gloves
- Safety glasses
- Safety vest
- Fuses
3. Tools
It’s never a bad idea to put tools in your packing list for mechanical impairments that need immediate repair.
Toolbox essentials include:
- Tire pressure gauge
- Screwdrivers
- Hammers
- Wrench set
- Pliers
- Zip ties
- Brake cleaner
- Box knife
4. GPS System
A GPS is perhaps the most essential tool for truckers to avoid traffic delays and ensure the most efficient route to the final destination.
It is best if the driver has an up-to-date road map to navigate the road safely to its destination. Especially helpful when driving across the country or into unfamiliar places.
5. Mobil Phone with Charger
In addition to the GPS, your cellphone can provide essential communication, backup GPS services, tracking, and more. Furthermore, you need to have a mobil phone on hand to keep in touch with family, work, and for emergencies.
Be sure to pack a reliable charger that is compatible with your truck.
6. Personal Needs
A truck driver needs to have the personal needs essentials on the road, it is very important that you’re comfortable.
Personal needs include:
- Trucking clothes
- Off-Duty clothes
- Shoes or work boots
- Jackets
- Raincoat or Rain Poncho
- Sunglasses
- Medicine
- Vitamin
7. Hygiene
Keeping your body clean is important, it’s just as important to keep your cabin cleanly too.
Here are the most important hygienic truck driver accessories:
- Toothbrush and Toothpaste
- Wipes
- Shower kit includes body wash or soap and shampoo.
- Grooming tools includes hairbrush/combs, razors.
- Toilet paper
- Dashboard cleaner
- All-purpose cleaner
- Handheld vacuum cleaner
8. Food and Snacks
It’s not healthy for every meal to be fast food or gas station food. Packing healthier snacks and meals can not only save you money but help you stay healthy.
Good snacks and quick meals include the following:
- Protein bars
- Crackers
- Sunflower Seeds
- Dark chocolate
- Fruit, such as apples and bananas.
- Premade Salads
- Bread, Sandwich
- Canned Meals/Soups
You can have slow cooker or electric skillet for more variation of meals on your trips.
9. Entertainment
Truck drivers can be away from their friends and family for extended periods of time. They can get very lonely. Having entertainment gear or gadget can help remedy that silence when on the road.
- Laptop or tablet
- Music player, speaker or headset
- Game console
- Magazines and newspapers
- Brain activities
Conclusion
We’ve got you covered when it comes to truck driver essentials. All of these items will ensure the successful delivery of your load while taking care of your health.
Remember, this isn’t a definitive list but a list of recommendations from our experience. There may be truck driver accessories that we didn’t even think of that you consider must-need trucking essential.
