Highway Miles Blog
Truck GPS, route planning, and driver guides
Practical articles about commercial truck navigation, truck route planning, low-clearance awareness, weather, parking, road conditions, and life on the road.
Why Google Maps Is Not a Truck GPS for Professional Drivers
Passenger-car directions can ignore the restrictions that determine whether a commercial truck legally and safely fits the route
In the News with Highway Miles: Robert Phillips on The Lead Pedal Podcast
Bruce Outridge talks with Robert Phillips about building Highway Miles with Justin, bringing trip information together, and keeping drivers at the center of navigation.
Do You Spot the 12’6” Bridge Before the GPS Warns You?
How professional drivers recognize low-clearance danger before one wrong turn becomes a costly bridge strike
Diesel Fuel Prices Today: September 22, 2026—Costs, Causes and Outlook
U.S. diesel is near $6.53 per gallon. What global supply disruptions, refinery constraints and the fuel outlook mean for truck drivers.
How to Plan a Truck Route: The 15-Minute Pre-Trip Check
A practical truck route planner routine for low bridges, safe parking, fuel stops, and realistic ETAs.
Intelligent Truck GPS: What Smarter Trucking Navigation Should Do
The six signals that turn truck GPS navigation from a moving map into a safer, more useful co-driver.
Trucker Appreciation Week 2026: Free Meals, Deals, and Driver Giveaways
A verified guide to free meals, driver discounts, rewards offers, appreciation events, and sweepstakes running September 13–19, 2026.
How to Find Safe Truck Parking Before Your Clock Runs Out
Build a parking plan early, protect your available hours and keep legal backup locations ready
How to Plan a Multi-Stop Truck Route Without Losing Hours
Build a practical delivery plan around truck restrictions, appointments, parking, fuel and your available hours
Why Truck Drivers Use Garmin, Trucker Path and Google Maps at the Same Time
Why professional drivers run multiple navigation tools—and how to use each one safely
Tips for New CDL Drivers: Advice From Experienced Truck Drivers
Lessons every rookie should learn before their first long haul