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It seems like everyone has a smartphone. One of the best aspects of a smartphone is downloading helpful apps that relate to your daily life. The only problem you might have is sifting through the millions of apps and figuring out which ones are worth your time. We know you are busy, so we have…

Many people drink coffee right when they roll out of bed, but research shows that you are probably better off waiting a little while before enjoying that first cup of joe – even more reason to grab a cup at Pilot or Flying J! You’re already naturally alert when you first wake up because the…

Drinking water may mean more pit stops, but keeping hydrated is essential to stay sharp during long hours on the road. Pilot Flying J Health Champion Pete Thomas shares a few reasons why you should trade your sugary soda for bottled water the next time you need to refuel. 1. Water keeps you hydrated Your…

In Which “Food Family” Do You Belng? Our Health Champion Pete Thomas breaks down “Food Families:” Most of us fall into one of three “Food Families.” No one really knows why we relate to food as we do; some of it is a result of genetics, but I believe a lot of it is how…

We want to hear your stories. We’re gathering stories from professional drivers across North America in search of the ultimate Road Warrior ™. Road Warriors are professional drivers who work hard to keep our country moving and our economy running. They are responsible for delivering over 65% of all freight transported annually – and the…

Pete Thomas, motivational speaker, author and Season 2 At-Home Winner of NBC’s “The Biggest Loser,” was recently named the 2014 Pilot Flying J Health Champion. In this role, Pete is dedicated to helping Pilot Flying J’s team members and the company’s customers improve their health and wellness. We sat down with him for a Q&A:…

Valentines Day is one of the most popular holidays, with over 62% of Americans participating! But it hasn’t always been conversation hearts and cupids. The celebration of what has now become Valentines Day began during the Roman Empire, and the date February 14 was chosen at the end of the 5th century. By the 15th…

Winter weather has caused a lot of trouble around the country lately. While we can’t change the weather, we can be prepared to better care for our trucks. Here are 4 easy things that you should be incorporating into your winter truck maintenance: 1. Drain all air tanks frequently. When condensation is left in the…

Thank goodness for smart phone voice commands. Professional driver Tim Rutledge, of Orlando, Fla., was transporting a load to Indiana when he drove through a snowstorm January 6. Driving in temperatures of 42 degrees below zero with the wind chill, Rutledge’s brakes froze. He pulled into a Pilot Travel Center to fix his brakes. He…

Saturday is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, and we are partnering with Truckers Against Human Trafficking to put a stop to this atrocity. Human trafficking is a term for modern-day slavery. It’s a $32-billion worldwide industry enslaving more than 20.9 million, with hundreds of thousands enslaved in the United States alone. Modern-day slavery is most…