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If you’re a trucker or a business owner who drives your own truck, you know exactly what we mean when we say driving for short and long hauls is hard. You have probably pulled almost every trick there is in the books for staying awake on the road, but it still is extremely challenging. The sound or noise coming from your truck plus the same scenery that seem endless are so powerful that it can easily put you into a deep trance.

Now this repeating scenario on the road not only puts you closer to danger but also, it can take a toll on your health and wellness. That is why, most experts would say that in order for you to stay safe and healthy while driving long distances is to do all measures to keep yourself hydrated and energised.

So how are you going to do that? Not to worry. Being reliable old truck buyers and recyclers, we here at Advance Truck Wreckers Melbourne have put together some easy-to-follow tips so you could keep yourself healthy, awake and alert on the road.

Take a nap and eat a hearty full meal before travelling.

Doctors are definitely not kidding around when they say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Breakfast simply sets the tone for the whole day. Hence, what you eat for breakfast can either slow you down or boost your energy to keep you going. So take a full and healthy meal before you start working. An example of a full and healthy breakfast consists of: 2 eggs, whole wheat bread, an apple or banana, and yogurt.

In the same way, if you already know that you’re going in for a long drive, take an opportunity to nap right before. Well aside from a full night’s sleep, taking a 20-30 minute nap already makes a big difference in giving you the energy you need for the long haul.

More water less coffee.

When you are dehydrated, it is easier for your body to get tired and sleepy. Right after you get up in the morning, make sure you drink at least 8 ounces of water to keep yourself hydrated. And yes, coffee can keep awake. However, its effect will only last for just a short period of time. Thing is, once its effect wears off, you’ll immediately get sleepy again. Plus, it’s a diuretic – as compared to regular water, it’ll make you pee more than you should.

So, if you want to keep yourself hydrated, go for the normal water. Keep a jug or water bottle always at bay. And when you feel thirsty, don’t chug the whole bottle, just take a few sips every now and then. An added tip: to help balance your body’s PH, put in some slices of lemon or lime inside your water jug.

Keep away from the junk food.

Snacking is really fun during long drives – it sure keeps you busy and awake. However, you must also keep in mind that chunking on those chips or M&M’s won’t do you any good. And while we know that eating fast food or food from convenience stores is faster and easier for you, take into mind that these foods are full or salt, sugar, and fat that would all contribute to making you even more tired and sleepy afterwards.

Good and healthy snacks you can consider are mixed nuts, dried fruits, and whole grain cereals. These snacks will not only keep you busy, but they’ll also keep your health in check.

Take your vitamins.

Along with your healthy meal, don’t forget to take your vitamins. Regardless of your age, taking vitamins C and B can sure boost your energy for the whole day.

Keep your mind busy.

Keeping your mind busy is one way to keep yourself awake during a long drive. But just so you know, be careful in selecting those activities so won’t lose your focus in driving. Music does help in keeping you energized. Just an added tip shuffle and mix up your playlists so you won’t easily get used to it. We suggest choosing songs that you can sing and even dance to – don’t worry no one can see you.

You may also want to listen to audiobooks or even language tutorials while you’re at it. These could engage you and keep you less bored on the road.

Open up the windows.

Regardless if the air outside is cold or not, getting a different breeze could definitely you feel less tired and sleepy. Let the oxygen flow by opening your windows even just for a short while. It’ll definitely give you a jolt of alertness. But don’t get too carried away with the breeze for a long time as it can also feel sleepy.

Stop and do some exercises.

When you have done almost everything to keep yourself energised, but your body keeps telling you that you really do need some rest, then don’t hesitate to heed to it. Remember, pulling over and taking a rest even for just half an hour is better than forcing yourself to drive when your eyes are really about to close. Once you pull over, take deep breaths repeatedly then take a cat’s nap for about 15-20 mins. Then, before heading off to drive again, get down from your truck and do some exercises to make you feel alert and awake again. Move those joints and muscles so you could keep going again for a long time. And remember, stay hydrated.

It sure is dangerous on the road most especially if you’re tired, bored, and sleepy. So for all the truck drivers out there, make sure to follow these 8 tips so you could keep yourself healthy, hydrated, and energised even while on the road for a long time.

Now if your old rig is already too beat-up and unroadworthy, and you’re looking for truck wreckers who are reputable for paying reasonable amount of cash for trucks, cash for old trucks, and cash for scrap trucks, look no further than Advance Truck Wreckers. Our friendly operators are ready 24/7 to help you with your truck removal and sell my truck needs.

When you own a truck that’s broken 90% of the time and is simply not worthy to be on the road anymore, having it taken, or better yet, selling it for cash is probably the smartest thing that you can do. Because even if you keep it tucked away in some garage or warehouse, the truth of the matter is, it’s still causing you stress; and worse, it’s costing you some money.

Yes, you heard us right. No matter how seldom you use your old trucks, you’re still letting some considerable amount of money get out of your pockets – and more often without you noticing it.

Good thing there are reliable truck wreckers Melbourne who are willing to remove old vehicles and even pay a reasonable amount of cash for old trucks, regardless of their current state. Exactly why Advance Truck Wreckers is here. Our team of expert Melbourne wreckers, dismantlers, and recyclers ought to share with you some of the top reasons why selling your junk truck can actually save you some cash.

Save money on hefty fuel costs.

No matter how hard you try to deny it, your old junk truck is a nasty gas guzzler. Because it’s a fact – the older a car is and the more problems it has, the more fuel it consumes. It’s easy. By letting go of that gas-guzzling clunker sooner, the more cash you’ll save on fuel expenses.

Save money on insurance costs.

It’s not very common, but there are owners who still religiously pay for insurance even if their trucks are already at the end of their useful lives. And as crazy as it seems, sometimes, even they do know that older trucks are more costly to insure, they still get on with paying its regular insurance fees on the notion that they’ll still be able to keep it for a few more years. Well, let us be frank about it – that’s just plain silly (for the lack of better term). Instead of you paying more and more dollars on insuring that broken rig, let yourself earn (while saving) some money by selling it.

Save on repairs.

How many times did you let your trusty mechanic fix your old truck but it still ended up broken down on the middle of the road? Owners of junk trucks such as yourself know that this is ‘normal’. Well, the truth of the matter is, it shouldn’t be. We know that when you have your beat-up truck repaired by a professional, you always seem to get your hopes up that it would run smoothly for the next few days, weeks, or months. However, you too caught up on making it work; and so you fail to acknowledge the fact that it is already beyond repairing. The moment you realize that you’re wasting your hard-earned money on fixing something that really can’t be fixed, that’s when you’ll start to save yourself some cash.

Save on accidental costs.

If you let your business go through usual operations by using an old and most-of-the-time-broken-down truck, you’re making your business suffer from additional incidental costs. You’ll have to insure your driver and crew (if any). Plus, you’ll pay for hospitalization and other unnecessary costs just in case it gets broken down (again) in the middle of the road or worse, get caught in a road accident.

Save on hauling and towing expenses.

Many years ago, owners of junk and scrap trucks go far and beyond just to find ways to get rid of those nasty old clunkers and take it to the scrap yard. But now, there’s the beauty of hiring scrap truck buyers and wreckers such as us. Instead of you paying a towing company to dispose your old rig, you get to enjoy the convenience and dollar savings. Simply put, selling your junk to experts like us gives you the best of both worlds – letting them do all the work while you get paid for it as well.

In total, selling your junk truck can save you lots of cash now and even more in the future. So if all of these aren’t appealing to you and you still can’t find any good reason to sell your junk truck, we honestly don’t know what could.

But, if you do see the beauty of it all, there’s no need to think about it any further. Make that decision today and call Advance Truck Wreckers to help you save and earn some cash! We are the truck buyers that pay as much as $15,999 for trucks of all sizes, brands, and conditions. Speak with our friendly operators now.

If there is one particular car or truck part that you are most in contact with, it’s not the engine, it’s actually your steering wheel, right? If your hands are (hopefully) on it all the time, just imagine how much dirt, grease, bacteria, and sweat is collected there every single time. Sadly, because we rarely notice it, we spend most of time just washing and waxing our car’s body, wiping and detailing the dashboard, or vacuuming the car seats. Little do we know that the longer we choose to neglect it, the steering wheel will become more rough, brittle, and let alone filthier than ever. Thus, we cannot stress more that the main star in our cockpit, the steering wheel, should also be provided with that extra TLC.

Advance Truck Wreckers is a leading instant cash for trucks company in Melbourne. And for the two decades that we have been providing quality old & junk car and truck removal services, we have also mastered recovering, refurbishing, and reselling used auto parts – the steering wheel is just one of them. Now with our expertise in the field, we ought to help you how you could easily keep your steering wheel nice and clean for a longer period of time. Just follow these simple steps:

1. Prepare everything you need. In order to finish quicker, it’s always best to have all the products and tools you’ll be using within reach. Get a good microfiber cleaning cloth (most DIYers also suggest using dryer sheets in absence of this). You will also need a leather & upholstery cleaner, a little water, small brush, leather conditioner, another clean soft cloth or towel.
2. Remove all the dirt, dust, and grime from the surface using a good microfiber cloth and cleaner. Make sure to spray the cleaner on the cloth and not on the wheel, as you might put over sprays in other parts of your dashboard. Apply light to medium pressure while carefully rubbing, until a lather is created. Wipe off all excess lather and then you may use a small brush to rinse it off with an ample amount of water.
3. Using the other soft cloth, dry all the parts of the steering wheel and make sure you haven’t left any residue of the cleaner on it. Wipe it carefully until you see it dry and nothing is left. If you have a steam cleaner, you may also use it during this stage to ensure your steering wheel is free from any bacteria. Then, proceed to the next step.
4. In order to maintain your steering wheel’s softness, flexibility, and reliability, you have to condition the leather material/covering. The best way to apply a leather conditioner is by not using any tool. Use your bare hands and fingers to gently massage all the curves and crevices of your steering wheel. Allow it to be fully absorbed by the steering wheel by leaving and not touching it for at least 30 minutes. After that, you may check to see if there’s no residue. If you want to be super sure, you may use another towel to rub, dry, and wipe it for the last time.

As an added advice, to prevent your steering wheel from cracking, chapping, and peeling, wipe it clean at least every other day (considering if you use your car everyday). To save you from all the need materials for this regular maintenance tip, you may also opt to buy those pre-packed quick wipes for car interiors. That’ll only take you about a minute or so to do, but it’ll most definitely pay off when you see your steering wheel still at its best shape after 5 years and more.

Do you regret not having your trucks interiors and exteriors well-maintained during its useful life? Well, crying over spilled milk isn’t gonna do you any good now. But rather, think of what you can do to not waste that vehicle you have invested in a long time ago. Consider getting a free truck removal service from us, Advance Truck Wreckers. We are reputable for paying our clients with top cash for truck. But more importantly, we make sure that your once loved ride will be put into better use.

Driving through the Australian outback is indeed a fun and exciting experience. But because the country has a very complicated and diverse landscape, it can also be dangerous. Not all roads are unsealed. But most of them are muddy, narrow, dusty, rocky, and uneven. If it’s your first time to be taking a certain route, you’ll never know what’s waiting for you at the next bend. Thus, just like with other driving situations, it’s best to be well-prepared.

With our team of expert’s know-how and over 20 years experience in driving and car maintenance, Advance Truck Wreckers is here to provide you with easy and smart tips for driving so you could ensure your safety as well as enjoy your outback trip to the fullest.

Before heading off…

Days before your trip, plan your travel well. Know exactly which roads you’re going to take. Even if you’ll use a GPS navigation system, it’s important that you still bring a detailed and updated map with you. Calculate your total travel time including the stops you’re making. Get the weather report in the places you’ll be heading off to. It is also good if you could research about the road conditions and driving regulations in those unfamiliar places.

We also recommend that you check the condition of your car at least a day before. So that, if anything need to be fixed or replaced, you’d still have some time. Check your tyres (including your spares), all essential fluids, battery, windshield wipers, and lights.

We understand how you could be excited and overwhelmed. However, you have to keep in mind that you need to be well-rested and have enough sleep the night before your trip. We couldn’t stress this more; but please, abstain from drinking – not until you have arrived at your destination. Lastly, make sure your phone has a full battery.

Though it is recommended to bring a 4×4 vehicle to this trip, we know that there really could be times when you simply have no choice. If you to bring a compact SUV or sedan, just make sure it is in its best shape and you won’t carry too much weight in your vehicle.

During the drive..

• Because there are lots of roads that have loose gravel, slippery mud patches, potholes, small rocks, and dust, it’s better for you to maintain a slow-to-average speed. It is never advised to speed up when driving on unsealed roads. Go at an average of 50 kph.
• Turn your headlights and fog lamps whenever it’s necessary. Never drive into a road that you can’t see clearly.
• If you are travelling to a very far off place, it is best that you take a 15-minute break every two hours to refresh your mind, relax your body, and check your vehicle; or immediately when you feel sleepy or fatigued. You may also opt to take driving turns with your family or mates during the whole trip.
• If you are travelling with your friends on a convoy, don’t drive too close to each other’s cars. Drive at least 60m apart from each other.
• When you see an animal from afar, immediately reduce your speed. Never swerve. Gently hit on your brakes then stop if the animal still hasn’t crossed the street completely. Honk if you have to. The key is to be patient. If you do stop, turn on your hazard lights on so the motorist behind you can adjust accordingly.
• If you had no choice but to drive in wet weather, keep your headlights on low beam and slow down. If you see that the road is extremely wet, drive slowly with your foot on the brake pedal. Should you see a blocked road due to flood, never attempt to go in.
• If your car unfortunately gets stuck in sand or mud, never ever spin your wheels because you’re only digging much deeper into it. Be calm.
• There’s a possibility that you’ll have a hard time stopping your vehicle because of the loose gravel, so to avoid this, again, slow down and never hit your brakes suddenly.

Does your car or 4×4 have had enough of those outback trips that its damages are already beyond repair? Maybe it’s time for you to let it go now. Advance Truck Wreckers, one of Melbourne’s leading truck buyers and truck wreckers, is here to help you out. We will remove your wrecked vehicle for free, and we’ll even help you kickstart your fund to get a new one by paying you top instant cash for old trucks.

Call us now at 0405 063 700 or simply click [here] to get the current value for your car right this instant.