If it ain’t broke, why fix it?
There are millions of apps at our fingertips in this digital world – and that can be a little overwhelming. With so many choices, sometimes it’s just easier to do things the old-fashioned way. But there are some apps that really make life easier. Here are our favorites for truckers and travelers.
1) Weigh My Truck
Pay for your weight on your smartphone! Designed to work with CAT scales, this free app lets drivers pay for their weight while they’re on the scale – no need to trek into the weigh station.
Price: Free
Available on: iOS & Android
2) Drivewayze
Need to bypass weigh stations altogether? This app, which is legal and in compliance with FMSCA guidelines, provides bypass at over 700 sites in 43 states and provinces – no transponder required.
Price: Free for the first 30 days, then $15.75/month
Available on: iOS & Android
3) Waze
There are plenty of GPS and mapping applications, but the crowdsourcing Waze app is one of the best. As the largest community-based navigation app in the world, Waze is able to provide road and travel updates in real time. From traffic bottlenecks to speed traps to inclement weather, Waze will keep you one step ahead.
Price: Free
Available on: iOS & Android
4) AudioBooks or Audible
The radio can be a lifesaver, but sometimes you need something other than music to pass the time. With thousands of audiobooks in every genre imaginable, AudioBooks and Audible are your secret weapons for long drives.
Price: Free for the first 30 days, then $14.95/month
Available on: iOS & Android
5) Fuelbook or GasBuddy
Gas and diesel are expensive, but you can save if you know where to look. Fuelbook and GasBuddy will help you identify the most accessible and least expensive gas stations on your route. Other perks: GasBuddy will alert you to price hikes so you know when to refuel, and Fuelbook provides custom fleet fuel codes for more savings.
Price: Free
Available on: iOS & Android
6) WeatherUnderground
What’s the weather going to be like two hours down the road? What about three days? With comprehensive weather forecasts and reporting, WeatherUnderground is a traveler must-have.
Price: Free
Available on: iOS & Android