Below are lists of items that are required or recommended that you take with you on every load. There is also some routine vehicle maintenance that should be checked between loads or at least once a week. It will not only help provide a safe trip, but will also extend the life and performance of your vehicle.
Required Items
Cell phone and car charger
Delivery receipts and pens
Emergency Kit (flares, triangles, wheel chocks, etc.)
Spare tire, jack, lug wrench, tire gauge
Recommended Items
Sleeping bag or blanket and pillow
Any medications you take or may need to take
Personal hygiene Items: Change of clothes, toothbrush, hair brush, etc.
Coat, boots, umbrella, and other appropriate weather-related clothing
Spare wiper blade refills and spare fuses
Drinks and snacks
Vehicle Maintenance
Check all fluids (oil, brake, transmission, coolant, windshield washer fluid, etc.)
Check Tires (pressure, tread, etc.)
Check mileage when oil change is due and air filter
Winterize: Test coolant freezing point, ice scraper, lock de-icer, windshield washer fluid containing de-icer
Check all lights including brake lights (may require two people)
Check all hoses and belts for wear