Monthly Archives - November 2022

You Did It!! Happy Thanksgiving!

As we all celebrate today, we at Optimum want to take this time to thank the men and women out there who make this all possible. We are well aware of the time, effort and sacrifice individuals in our industry put forth every day, especially during the holiday season. We want you to know that as we gather among friends and family, we recognize that the things we get to enjoy are made possible only by your dedication. It’s the countless work days, nights and everything else you’ve given that end up making this all possible. Thanksgiving, as well as Black Friday, would be absolutely impossible without the unique skills you bring to your position. Today as you sit down, wherever that may be, take a moment to look around and recognize that without you and the countless others you work alongside, none of this would be possible. It’s something that we never take lightly and we want you to know it. Before You Hit The Road: If you’re one of the many individuals heading back out tonight, we want to offer a friendly reminder to be on the look out for everyone trying to snag their perfect Black Friday Savings. With so many extra personalities out on the roads and highways, it’s always a good idea to take the extra measures to ensure everyone gets where they’re going safely. all that being said, thank you for all that you do and even more importantly, go enjoy yourself! Happy Thanksgiving, Your Friends At OLS

Veterans Day 2022: Thank You For Protecting Our Way of Life!

Over 100 Years Ago: In 1921 an unknown World War I American soldier was buried in Arlington National Cemetery. At this very moment, on a hillside overlooking the Potomac River and Washington, D.C., arguably the biggest point of acknowledgment and respect for America’s veterans was born. On November 11, a celebration of the end of World War I was held at 11 a.m. The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month would become known as “Armistice Day”. What’s an Armistice, and what does it have to do with Veterans Day? An armistice is a temporary cease fire during wartime. The holiday first showed up in America in 1926 through a Congressional resolution. Just 12 years later, Armistice Day would go on to become a national holiday. Despite World War I being nicknamed “the War to end all wars,” only a few years later, World War II broke out once more. 16.5 Million Americans would join the fight, with 407,000 giving their own life in service. Fast Forward to 1947: The term “Veterans’ Day” was born out of Birmingham, Alabama. Raymond Weeks, a WWII Veteran, organized “National Veterans Day” which included a parade and other festivities, all honoring those who had served our country before us. The event itself was held on Armistice Day. Deeply inspired by the celebration, U.S. Representative named Edward Rees of Kansas proposed a bill completely changing the name completely from Armistice Day to Veterans Day. Talk about having an impact! Congress put up no fight, and President Eisenhower went on to formally proclaim November 11th: Veterans Day. “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” – George Santayana 1905 Today, holidays are a dime a dozen. January 9th is National Static Electricity Day, January 14th is Dress Up Your Pet Day, even January 29th is National Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day. While there’s nothing wrong with having fun and finding new reasons to be grateful and celebrate, it’s important to take the time and remember the deep significance of today’s holiday. It can be easy to minimize the point of today’s holiday with so much going on in our 20th century life. However, the efforts our men and women in arms have put forth for us must not be missed. So much more than just a nice thing to do, it’s the single most concrete way we ensure that the sacrifices made throughout our history, creating the foundation we stand on today, remain in tact. Thanks to them, this unique opportunity is provided to us remains in our hands: growing, improving, and ensuring that we continue to move toward a new day full of blessing, abundance and opportunity.  Thank You For Your Service! At Optimum Logistic Solutions, we have been honored to have the opportunity to meet, assist and work alongside countless veterans and their families. We would like to take this opportunity to offer any and all individuals that have served, fought or given their lives to preserve our unique way of life in our United States of America, our endless gratitude. Your sacrifice, no matter the size, inspires us to continue working tirelessly to ensure a better way of life. Thank you.

5 Winter Safety Driving Tips For Truck Drivers

Winter is Coming Even though it’s hard to believe, it has, quite literally, already arrived for some of us. Winter driving is not only more challenging, but it’s significantly more dangerous for truck drivers. Snow, slush, ice on the ground. These things may seem trivial, but when you look a the numbers it’s anything but. One in every four accidents in the U.S. are related to weather. Weather-related accidents result in nearly 8,000 deaths per year and 700,000 injuries. When we saw these numbers we were stunned. With all of this in mind, we wanted to take the opportunity to share some safety tips associated with driving a truck on snowy, icy roads. Now, for many of you these will be obvious refreshers. However, it never hurts to freshen up and make sure we all make it through these chilly months. 1. Mind the Gap As you surely know, when it snows or freezing rain meets the road, every vehicle is prone to slipping and sliding. Make sure you’re lowering your speed and increasing your following distance. That slight adjustment can be just enough to avoid hazards like out-of-control vehicles, ice slicks, snow pileups, and other road hazards. 2. Pump the Brakes If you’re reading this, chances are you’re a professional driver. But, are you a professional braker? Your anti-lock brakes can cause your truck to slide, so be sure to lightly pump your brakes when slowing down or stopping. This will help keep you in control and avoid skidding out on icy roads! 3. Keep Your Eyes on the Gas Winter weather is a headache for transportation. It can cause lots of hold ups, shut downs, close gas stations and even compromise fuel supply. Make sure you’re keeping an eye on your fuel gauge so that you’re not caught running on fumes in winter weather emergency. Similarly, keep an eye on your phone’s battery to ensure you’re able to keep in touch if necessary. 4. Grab Your Gear You’ve got to make sure that you’ve got the right gear—extra clothes, food, and safety equipment are a must. We want to make sure you’re as prepared as possible which is why we’ve put together a list of all the essentials you’ll need to keep you warm, safe, and comfortable in the event of a wintery weather hold up. Check back soon for an entire article dedicated to this topic. 5. Spot Black Ice Like A Pro What do we all know about, but barely ever see? Black ice. It’s an obvious winter danger on the road, and rarely easy to spot… That is unless you know what to look for! If you’re driving and it looks like the road may be wet, but you’re not seeing much spray coming up from the tires—you might be on black ice. If this happens, don’t panic! Just slow down, stay alert and proceed with caution. Remember: While you know these roads better than most people, still be sure to keep an eye out for other drivers who aren’t as experienced with these conditions. Defensive driving is your secret weapon and winter is no different. Keep On Truckin’! Well, there you have it. Whether you’ve had decades of experience on the road or are fresh out of school, winter weather is one of the biggest hurdles truckers face every single year. With these 5 simple tips in your back pocket, you’re sure to cruise smoothly onward protecting your life and the lives of everyone on the road during these wintery months. Thank you once again for all the hard work you put in on the roads as a part of Optimum and if you’re not a part of our team yet you can learn more about driving with us here.

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